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TROUBLESHOOTING 

 

The following chart should help isolate some common problems you may encounter with your 
amplifier. Some are obvious problems you can remedy you, but remember, THERE ARE NO 
USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE THE AMP. If you cannot identify the cause of the problem 
using the chart, or if it indicates your amplifier to be defective and in need of repair, return the unit 
to an authorized Seymour Duncan Service Center, or call (805) 964-9610 for a Return 
Authorization number. No units will be accepted by Seymour Duncan without an RA number. 
 

Symptom 

 

Cause 

 

Remedy 

Amplifier does not come on 
when power switch is “on” 

1. Power not connected 

1. Ensure power cord is 
plugged in 

 

2. Blown amp fuse 

2. Check amp fuse; replace 
with appropriate value fuse 

1A/250 

V for 220V & 240V 

operation 

2A/250V 

for 1OOV & 120V 

operation 

 

3. No source voltage 

3. Verify power source with 
something you know works 

 

4. Defective on/off power 
switch 

4. Return unit to authorized 
service center 

No sound coming from 
speakers; no audible hum 
from amplifier, but LED's are 
on 

1. Master volume and/or 
overdrive control set too low 

1. Increase control settings 

 

2. Speaker output jack not 
connected 

2. Connect speaker to 4 ohm 
or 8 ohm output 

 

3. Defective speaker or cable 

3. Verify if speakers operate 
properly by using another amp 

 

4. Volume controls on 
instrument down 

4. Increase instrument settings 

Distorted sound from one or 
both channels at low volumes 

1. Overdrive control set too 
high 

1. Reduce control level 

 

2. Worn tubes 

2. See maintenance and tube 
chart section 

No reverb 

1. Reverb control set too low 

1. Increase control level 

 

2. Reverb output wires not 
connected to send/return 
inputs or connected 
backwards 

2. Ensure reverb output wires 
properly connected 

 

3. Defective spring 

3. Refer to authorized service 
center 

 

4. Defective send/return 
circuits 

4. Refer to authorized service 
center 

Amp does not switch channels 

1. Defective footswitch 

1. Replace footswitch 

 

2. Defective manual channel 
switching switch 

2. Refer to authorized service 
center 

 

3. Defective internal channel 
switching circuit 

3. Refer to authorized service 
center 

 
 
 

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Страница 1: ...84 40 TUBE AMPLIFIER OWNER S MANUAL ...

Страница 2: ...CAUTION To prevent electrical shock do not operate this unit in wet or moist areas There are no user serviceable parts inside See Maintenance and Tube Chart sections for user maintenance procedures ...

Страница 3: ...ier design An all tube preamp drives a quartet of EL 84 power tubes which provide the sweetest most musical tone possible The rectangular cabinet shape enhances the spacious breathing quality of the sound Features such as on board reverb and a buffered effects loop make the 84 40 Tube a simple functional rig which can adapt to any musical situation Read this manual carefully to familiarize you wit...

Страница 4: ...TABLE OF CONTENTS Front Panel Diagram Performance Applications and Guidelines Rear Panel Diagram Tube Chart Maintenance Trouble Shooting Warranty Notes ...

Страница 5: ... for its size We wanted to make an amp for the working guitarist something that could cut it in most club and casual gig situations The 84 40 Tube has more than enough kick to keep up with a loud drummer and bass player In fact when we were testing prototypes in clubs around town the 84 40 Tube had no trouble holding its own on a stage full of 50 and 100 watt amps Using the 84 40 Tube live is simp...

Страница 6: ... dynamic tone when the power amp section is working hard i e when the master volume control is up around 4 or 5 With the preamp volume around 6 7 and the master at 4 5 the 84 40 Tube will produce a punchy clean distortion plenty of sustain and harmonics but without too much fuzz cluttering up the sound For maximum overdrive and distortion run the preamp volume at 10 REVERB Reverb adds a spacious q...

Страница 7: ...peration use a 2A 250V slo blo For 220V 240V operation use a 1A 250V slo blo AC cord 4 ohm speaker output 8 ohm speaker output TUBE CHART The 84 40 Tube uses 3 12AX7 also known as ECC 83 or 7025 preamp tubes and 4 EL 84 also known as 6BQ5 or 7189 power tubes ...

Страница 8: ...a matched set It s OK in an emergency to replace only one output tube but all four output tubes should be replaced ASAP with a matched set These are tubes which have been tested and matched according to their power and performance characteristics ex RAM labs tubes Groove Tubes etc A matched set of power tubes will significantly lower audible hum and increase power output possibly as much as 10 20 ...

Страница 9: ...PERSONAL SETTINGS Note your favorite 84 40 Tube Tones ...

Страница 10: ... or adjustments are made after purchase by anyone other than the Seymour Duncan factory or a Seymour Duncan Authorized Service Center Seymour Duncan reserves the right to be the sole judge as to the misuse or abuse of the product The company assumes no liability for incidental or consequential damages which may result from the failure of this product Any warranties implied by law are limited to th...

Страница 11: ...zed service center No sound coming from speakers no audible hum from amplifier but LED s are on 1 Master volume and or overdrive control set too low 1 Increase control settings 2 Speaker output jack not connected 2 Connect speaker to 4 ohm or 8 ohm output 3 Defective speaker or cable 3 Verify if speakers operate properly by using another amp 4 Volume controls on instrument down 4 Increase instrume...

Страница 12: ...Seymour Duncan 5427 Hollister Avenue Santa Barbara CA 93111 TEL 805 964 9610 FAX 805 964 9749 www seymourduncan com ...

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