T+A Elektroakustik P 10, User Manual

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Safety notes
For your own safety please consider it essential to read
these operating instructions right through, and observe in
particular the notes regarding setting up, operation and
safety.
The unit must be set up in such a way that none of the
connections can be touched directly (especially by
children). Be sure to observe the notes and information in
the section
' Installation and Wiring ' .
High voltages may be present at the loudspeaker
terminals marked with the
A A A A symbol. Avoid touching the
terminals and the cable conductors connected to them.
The power supply required for this amplifier is printed on
the mains supply socket. The unit must never be
connected to a power supply which does not meet these
specifications. If the amplifier is not to be used for a long
period disconnect it from the mains supply at the wall
socket.
Mains leads must be deployed in such a way that there is
no danger of damage to them (e. g. through persons
treading on them or from furniture). Take particular care
with plugs, distribution panels and connections at the
amplifier.
Liquid or foreign bodies must never be allowed to get
inside the unit through the ventilation slots. Mains voltage
is present inside the unit, and any electric shock could
cause serious injury or death. Never exert undue force on
mains connectors.
Protect the unit from drips and splashes of water; never
place flower vases or fluid containers on the unit.
This device should never be used without proper
supervision. This applies to any electrical unit. Take care
to keep the unit out of the reach of small children.
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CAUTION
The method of operation of valve amplifiers means
that they inevitably generate a considerable
quantity of waste heat. For this reason please note
the following points:
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Never touch the valves or the valve covers when they
are switched on, as these may become very hot.
• Set up the amplifier in an open position and ensure
that air can flow to and around it completely
unhindered.
•
Do not place any object on the amplifier.
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Note the recommended points in the section ' Setting
up ' .
• Allow the amplifier to cool down before you move or
transport it.
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Set up the amplifier in a position where children
cannot touch it.
The case should only be opened by a qualified specialist
technician. Repairs and fuse replacements should be
entrusted to an authorised
 specialist workshop. With
the exception of the connections and measures
described in these instructions, no work of any kind may
be carried out on the amplifier by unqualified persons.
If the unit is damaged, or if you suspect that it is not
functioning correctly, immediately disconnect the mains
plug at the wall socket, and ask an authorised
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specialist workshop to check it.
The unit may be damaged by excess voltage in the
power supply, the mains circuit or in aerial systems, as
may occur during thunderstorms (lightning strikes) or due
to static discharges.
Special power supply units and excess voltage protectors
such as the
 'Power Bar' mains distribution panel
offer some degree of protection from damage to
equipment due to the hazards described above.
However, if you require absolute security from damage
due to excess voltage, the only solution is to disconnect
the unit from the mains power supply and any aerial
systems.
If there is any danger of excessive voltage reaching the
equipment (e. g. a developing electrical storm) isolate
your Hi-Fi system by disconnecting all the mains and
aerial plugs from the wall sockets.
All mains power supply and aerial systems to which the
unit is connected must meet the current regulations and
must be installed by an approved electrical installer.
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CAUTION
It is not permissible to carry out any modifications to
the machine. It is particularly important not to remove
the covers from the valves. The machine must not be
operated without the valve covers in place.
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