X K Ka Laser Detector  (220-1653)   Troubleshooting    Faxback Doc. # 7228

If the detector does not turn on:

   Be sure all power connections are secure.  Be sure the cigarette-
   lighter plug's tip is secure.

   Check the fuse that controls power to the cigarette-lighter socket. 
   See your vehicle's owner's manual.

   Check the fuse in the cigarette-light plug.  See "Replacing the Fuse."

   The cigarette-lighter socket might be dirty.  Clean it with fine emery
   cloth to give a good, clean connection.

CAUTION:  Do not place any metal object other than the cigarette lighter
          or a cigarette-lighter plug in the cigarette-lighter socket. 
          Doing so could blow a fuse in your vehicle or cause the metal
          object to become very hot.

If the detector gives a false alert when the vehicle hits bumps:

   Check the power connections.

If the detector gives a false alert when you use vehicle accessories such
as power windows, motorized mirrors, brakes, and so on:

   Check the vehicle's electrical system, including main battery cable and
   alternator connections.

   Install a filter capacitor (470uF, 35 volts, such as Cat. No. 272-1030)
   on the back of the cigarette-lighter socket, across the power
   connections.

If the detector successfully performs the self test, but does not respond to radar signals:

   A police car might not be equipped with radar, or might be using
   instant-on radar (See "Facts About Radar").

   Police might be using VASCAR-type speed detection.  (See "Non-Radar
   Speed Detection").

If the detector has poor laser detection:

   Be sure the laser window's view is not blocked.

   Use lens-cleaning solution to clean the laser window's lens.

If you are unable to solve the problem after referring to this guide, the
detector might require service.  Take it to your local Radio Shack store
for assistance.

(ALL-9/15/94)