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MULTIPURPOSE
LOUDSPEAKERS
TM
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Please keep this instruction manual for future reference and for the duration
of owning the VâRi powered loudspeaker. Please carefully read and
understand the instructions inside this owner’s manual before attempting to
operate your new powered loudspeaker.
This instruction manual includes essential safety information regarding the
use and maintenance of the amplifier. Take special care to heed all warning
symbols and signs inside this manual and those printed on the amplifier on
the back of the loudspeaker.
WARNING
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THE AMPLIFIER
TO WATER/MOISTURE, NOR SHOULD YOU OPERATE THE AMPLIFIER
NEAR ANY WATER SOURCE.
The exclamation point triangular symbol is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and maintenance(servicing) instructions in
the user manual accompanying the Amplifier.
The lightning flash with an arrow triangular symbol is intended to alert
the user to the presence of non-insulated “dangerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure, and may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk
of electric shock.
WARNING
Handle the power supply cord with care.
Do not damage or deform it as it may cause electric shock or malfunction
when used. Hold the plug attachment when removing from wall outlet. Do
not pull on the power cord.
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1. READ INSTRUCTIONS – All the safety and operating instructions should
be read before this product is operated.
2. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS – The safety and operating instructions should
be retained for future reference.
3. HEED WARNINGS – All warnings on the amplifier and in the operating
instructions should be adhered to.
4. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS – All operating and use instructions should
be followed.
5. DO NOT turn on the VâRi amplifier module before connecting all other
external devices.
6. WATER AND MOISTURE – Moisture can damage the VâRi amplifier
module and can cause corrosion of electrical contacts. The speaker
system should not be used near water - for example, a bathtub,
washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, wet basement, or near a swimming
pool, and the like.
7. CARTS AND STANDS – The speaker system should be used only with
a cart or stand that is recommended by the manufacturer. A speaker
and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive
force, and uneven surfaces may cause the speaker and cart combination
to overturn.
8. WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING – The product should never be
mounted to a wall or ceiling.
9. HEAT – The loudspeaker on the back of the VâRi loudspeaker should be
situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves,
or other sources (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
10. POWER SOURCES – This product should be operated only from the
type of power source indicated on the rating label. If you are not sure
of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer
or local power company.
11. GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION – Do not defeat the safety purpose
of the polarization or grounding-type plug. The wide blade or the third
prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit your
outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. Do
not defeat the safety purpose of the 3rd pin grounding prong.
12. 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 the cord
in correspondence of plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the amplifier.
13. CLEANING – The speaker and amplifier should be cleaned only as
recommended by the manufacturer. Clean by wiping with a dry cloth.
Avoid getting water inside the speaker or amplifier.
14. NON-USE PERIODS – The power cord of the amplifier should be
unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time.
15. OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY – Care should be taken so that objects do
not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through openings.
16. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE – The amplifier should be serviced by
qualified service personnel when:
A. The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or
B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the amplifier; or
C. The amplifier has been exposed to rain; or
D. The amplifier does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a
marked change in performance; or
E. The amplifier has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.
17. Keep the speaker system out of extended or intense direct sun light.
18. No containers filled with any type of liquid should be placed on or near
the speaker system.
19. SERVICING – The user should not attempt any service to the speaker
and/or amplifier beyond that described in the operating instructions.
All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.
20. VENTILATION – Slots and openings in the amplifier are provided
for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to
protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or
covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product
on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be
placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack.
21. ATTACHMENTS – do not use attachments not recommended by the
product manufacturer, as they may cause hazards.
22. ACCESSORIES – Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to
a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a
cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer,
or sold with the product.
