Operating Manual
UNLEASH
Re-Amplifier & Attenuator
Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the Bad Cat Unleash. As with
all Bad Cat products, your amplifier is designed from the ground up to pro-
vide the very best tones possible in a rugged, reliable package. Each one of
our pro quality models is constructed with Bad Cat’s commitment to making
the highest quality, hand-built, American-made products.
FOR YOUR RECORDS, YOU MAY WISH TO RECORD THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION.
SERIAL NO._____________________ INVOICE DATE______________________
PHONE 800.730.0966
FAX 714.630.0106
WWW.BADCATAMPS.COM
140 TECHNOLOGY DRIVE SUITE 500 IRVINE CA 92618
BAD CAT HOLDINGS LLC. USA
Last updated: May 28 2013
LIMITED 5 YEAR WARRANTY
Bad Cat Amplifiers warranties our amps and cabs against workmanship or defect for 5 years. The warranty does not cover cosmetic
damage, wear and tear, or abuse.
This warranty is transferable. Please see your local dealer and distributor for warranty information. Modifying or altering the amp in any
way voids the warrantee. Shipping to and from the warranty repair center is the responsibility of the customer.
IMPORTANT!
FOR YOUR PROTECTION, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING:
WATER AND MOISTURE: Appliance should not be used near water (near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet base-
ment, or near a swimming pool, etc). Care should be taken so that objects
do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through openings.
POWER SOURCES: The appliance should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or
as marked on the unit.
GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION: Precautions should be taken so that the grounding or polarization means of an appliance is not
defeated.
POWER CORD PROTECTION: Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items
placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit
from the appliance.
SERVICING: The user should not attempt to service the unit beyond that described in the operating instructions. All other servicing
should be referred to qualified service personnel.
FUSING: If your unit is equipped with a fuse receptacle, replace only with the same type fuse. Refer to replacement text on the unit
for correct fuse type.
CAUTION
: Dangerous voltage
within this product’s enclosure.
DO NOT OPEN.
WARNING
: Do not connect speaker
outputs to grounded plug or allow
speaker cable housings to be in
contact with any metal objects,
i.e. adjacent jacks.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL!
THIS UNIT CONTAINS HIGH VOLTAGE INSIDE!
TROUBLESHOOTING
Your new Bad Cat amplifier is designed for many years of professional trouble free operation. Common
sense will tell you that if you notice any severe abnormalities in operation like burning smell, smoke,
etc.; you need to shut down the amp immediately. Always consult Bad Cat customer service if you are
unsure of the problems that you are experiencing.
CONSUMER NOTE***
There are NO user serviceable parts inside this amplifier! Any attempt to modify this amp will void the
limited 5 year warranty!
CAUTION
With a little care and caution, your Bad Cat amplifier should provide you with years of trouble-free operation and
enjoyment. Please avoid damp areas and moisture during operation of the amp and in storage. This includes
placement of beverages near or on the amp that could spill into the amp’s chassis. Liquids can easily damage,
switches and other parts.
GROUNDING
Please check thoroughly that the ground tip on the power cord plug is connected to true ground prior to operation
of your Bad Cat amp. Using unfamiliar junction boxes can cause potentially dangerous floating grounds. Please do
not cut or defeat the ground tip.
