Gato Audio PRD-3S - Premplifier/DAC
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Safety first!
Mains plug and cable:
• Only use mains cables that adheres to safety standards - like the one included with this amplifi er
• Insert the mains plug fully into the mains outlet socket
• Do not defeat the ground connection
• Do not move the preamplifi er around while it is connected to mains
• Do not place heavy objects on the mains cable or place the cable near high-temperature objects
• Do not use damaged mains plugs or socket outlets
Liquids:
Electricity and liquids are not a safe combination, therefore:
• When cleaning the preamplifi er, remove the mains plug
• Do not handle the mains plug with wet hands
• Do not spray any liquid directly onto the preamplifi er
• Do not place liquid containers above or near the preamplifi er
• Keep liquids away from the preamplifi er
…And:
• This is not a toy and should not be handled like one (by children OR adults)
• Do not remove the covers of the preamplifi er (for service see page 14)
• Do not attempt to put foreign objects inside the preamplifi er (for service see page 14)
• Do not cover the preamplifi er with cloth
• Do not place the preamplifi er on sloped or unstable surfaces
• When the preamplifi er will not be used for a long time, remove the mains plug
• Never connect or disconnect cables when the preamplifi er is switched on
• This unit is made for indoor temperature (15-25
O
C or 59-77
O
F). If it has been exposed to cold temperature, let it adjust itself to indoor
temperature before use
• Make sure that your preamplifi er is able to breathe by securing a minimum safe distance around the heat sinks of 100 mm or 4 inches
• The
preamplifi er can get hot during use. Normal operating temperature is from room temperature to 50
O
C or 122
O
F
PRD-3S
Input
Standby
100 mm / 4”
100 mm / 4”
