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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Please keep this instruction manual for future reference and for the
duration of owning your Simmons DA2100 Series Advanced Electronic
Drum Amplifier. Please carefully read and understand the instructions
inside this owner’s manual before attempting to operate your new
amplifier.
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 panel on the back of the unit.
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 these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all Instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions. DO NOT turn on the amplifier module
before connecting all other external devices.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type
plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other.
A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong.
The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the
provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly
at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit
from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachment/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only the cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table specified
by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When
a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for
long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required
when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-
supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to
rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
15. 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.
16. WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING – The product should never be
mounted to a wall or ceiling.
17. Where the mains plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect
device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
18. OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY – Care should be taken so that objects
do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through
openings.
19. Water and Moisture: This product should be kept away from direct
contact with liquids. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping
or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall
be placed on the apparatus.
20. Keep the product out of extended or intense direct sun light.
21. No containers filled with any type of liquid should be placed on or
near the product.
22. 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.
23. 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.
24. Protective earthing terminal: The apparatus should be
connected to a main socket outlet with a protective
earthing connection.
25. 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.
26. When moving or not using the appliance, secure the power cord
(e.g., wrap it with a cable tie). Be careful not to damage the power
cord. Before using it again, make sure the power cord has not been
damaged. If the power cord has been damaged at all, bring the unit
and cord to a qualified service technician for repair or replacement as
specified by the manufacturer.
27. LIGHTNING – For added protection during a lightning storm, or when
it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it
from the wall outlet. This will prevent damage to the product due to
lightning and power-line surges.
28. REPLACEMENT PARTS – When replacement parts are required, be
sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by
the manufacturer or parts that have the same characteristics as the
original parts. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric
shock, or other hazards.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) NO
USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONAL
