Wharfedale Pro WH 2 Series Instruction Manual Download Page 2

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - PLEASE READ CAREFULLY

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Introduction

Antenna Grounding: 

If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the 

antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up 
static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to 
proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to

 

an antenna discharge 

unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and 
requirements for the grounding electrode. (Refer to  diagram)

Power Lines:

  

An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines 

or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing 
an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits 
as contact with them might be fatal.

Read Instructions: 

All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.

Retain Instructions: 

The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

Heed Warnings: 

All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

Follow Instructions: All operating and use instructions should be followed.

Cleaning: 

Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol 

cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

Attachments:

 

Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may 

cause hazards.

Water and Moisture: 

Do not use this product near water - for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, 

kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.

Accessories: 

Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may 

Overloading:

 

Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this 

fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, 

can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

bracket or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product should 
follow the manufacturer's instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

Object and Liquid Entry: 

Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as 

Moving the Product: 

A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, 

they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.  

excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.

Heat:

 

The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or 

Ventilation: 

Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable 

other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or 

Servicing: 

Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you 

covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar 

to dangerous voltage or other hazards.  Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper 

Damage Requiring Service: 

Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to 

ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to.

qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

Power Supply Cords: 

Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked 

a)

   When the power supply-cord or plug is damaged

on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, 

b)   

If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product

convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.

c)   

If the product has been exposed to rain or water.

Power Sources: 

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his product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the 

d)   

If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions.  Adjust only those controls 

marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or 

that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage 

local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the 

and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation.

operating instructions.

e)   

If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.

Polarisation: 

This product is equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one 

f)    

When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance - this indicates a need for service.

blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If 
you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, 

Replacement Parts: 

When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used 

contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part.  
Unauthorised substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

Lightning: 

For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended 

and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable 

Safety Check: 

Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to 

system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.

perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.

Example of Antenna Grounding as per 
National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70

Example of Antenna Grounding as per 
National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70

Antenna lead in wire

Antenna lead in wire

Grounding Conductors
(NEC Section 810-71)

Grounding Conductors
(NEC Section 810-71)

Ground clamps

Ground clamps

Electric service
equipment

Electric service
equipment

Power service grounding electrode system
(NEC ART 250, Part H)

Power service grounding electrode system
(NEC ART 250, Part H)

Antenna discharge unit
(NEC Section 810-20)

Antenna discharge unit
(NEC Section 810-20)

Ground clamps

Ground clamps

 The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the 
user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage  within the product’s enclosure that may 
be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.   

The exclamation point within an equilateral  triangle is intended to alert the user to thepresence 
of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying 
the appliance.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK  DO NOT OPEN!

INTRODUCTION

Quality audio cable will usually give better results than ‘zip’ or ‘bell’ wire. 

Congratulations on your purchase of dedicated audio-visual components from the Wharfedale WH 2 
series. Before installing your loudspeakers please read these instructions in full. 

UNPACKING

7mm of 

Carefully unpack each component taking care not to mark the surface.   Inspect the product 

insulation from each end. Stranded cable should be lightly twisted to gather the ends.

and report any damage immediately to your dealer. Retain the packing so that the product 

When connecting cables, ensure that there are no loose strands which may touch adjacent 

may be safely shipped in the future.

terminals

SOME IMPORTANT DO’S AND DON’TS

ESSENTIAL INFORMATION FOR UK USERS

The mains lead on the WH 2 Sub Bass Loudspeaker may be supplied with a plug incorporating 
a fuse, the value of which is indicated on the pin face of the plug. Should the fuse need to be 
replaced, an ASTA or BSI approved BS1362 fuse must be used of the same rating. If the plug is 

DO NOT allow foreign objects to fall into any of the units. 

cut off it must NOT be re-used. Dispose of any such plug safely. There is a danger of electric 
shock if a cut-off plug is inserted into a   mains socket.

NEVER remove any components and refer all servicing to qualified personnel. This product 

The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:Green and 

contains no user serviceable parts.

Yellow - Earth:     Blue - Neutral:     Brown - Live.

DO NOT change any connections to your loudspeakers unless your system is switched off.

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead may not correspond with the markings 

DO NOT

 

use your amplifier at its maximum volume setting. The resulting high levels of 

identifying the terminals in the replacement mains plug, proceed as follows:

distortion may damage your loudspeakers. 

The wire coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter "N" or 

DO

 

turn down the volume control on your amplifier or receiver before turning the equipment 

coloured Black. The wire coloured Brown must be connected to the terminal marked with the 

on or off.

letter "L" or coloured Red.The wire coloured Green and Yellow must be connected to the 

WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING:

 

The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as 

terminal marked with the letter ‘E’,or coloured Green, or Green and Yellow, or marked with 

recommended by the manufacturer.

the Earth symbol

CHOOSING AND PREPARING CABLES

 

Choose a quality 

loudspeaker cable of suitable diameter - cable that is too thin may impair the system's bass 
response. Audio cable is polarised, with two cores of different colours, or often a coloured 
tracer. To prepare a cable, split the twin cores to a depth of about 25mm. Strip about 

WARNING:   To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock do not expose this product to rain or 
moisture. The product must not be exposed to dripping and splashing and no object filled 
with liquids such as a vase of flowers should be placed on the product. 

NO

 

naked flame sources, such as candles must be placed on the product.

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