CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRICK SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. This unit has
been engineered and manufactured to ensure your personal safety. But
IMPROPER USE CAN RESULT IN POTENTIAL ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR
FIRE HAZARD.
In order not to defeat the safeguards incorporated into this product,
observe the following basic rules for its installation, use and service.
Please read these “Important Safeguards” carefully before use.
Important safety instructions
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this equipment near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with
the manufacturer’s instructions.
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 are 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 particu-
larly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they
exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with 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/ap-
paratus 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.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT ATTEMPT TO OPEN ANY PART OF THE UNIT. NO USER-
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
TO COMPLETELY DISCONNECT THIS APPARATUS FROM THE
AC MAINS, DISCONNECT THE POWER SUPPLY CORD PLUG
FROM THE AC RECEPTACLE.
*
THE MAINS PLUG OF THE POWER SUPPLY CORD MUST
REMAIN READILY ACCESSIBLE.
**
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE,
DRIPPING OR SPLASHING LIQUIDS. OBJECTS FILLED WITH
LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHOULD NOT BE PLACED ON THIS
APPARATUS.
EXPLANATIONS OF GRAPHICAL SYMBOLS
The triangle with the lightning bolt is used to alert the
user to the risk of electric shock.
The triangle with the exclamation point is used to
alert the user to important operating or maintenance
instructions.
The CE-mark indicates the compliance with the low
voltage and electromagnetic compatibility.
Symbol for earth/ground connection.
Symbol indicating that the equipment is for indoor
use only.
Symbol for conformity with Directive 2002/96/EC
and Directive 2003/108/EC of the European
Parliament on waste electrical and electronic equip-
ment (WEEE).
* K6, K8, K10 and K20: interrupt the mains by switching the sectioning
breaker off.
** Valid for K2 and K3 model only; with K6, K8, K10 and K20 a free leads
power cord (i.e. without plug) is provided: this solution is intended for con-
necting the device to a sectioning breaker on the mains. Refer to the instal-
lation instruction for selecting the proper sectioning breaker.
Numbers 9 and 13 apply only to K2 and K3.
K6, K8, K10 AND K20 MUST BE INSTALLED IN RACK CABINETS:
INSTEAD OF CONNECTING THE AMPLIFIER TO THE POWER
GRID DIRECTLY, PLUG THE AMPLIFIER’S MAINS CONNECTIONS VIA A
SECTIONING BREAKER TO A POWER DISTRIBUTION PANEL INSIDE THE
RACK CABINET.
WHEN THE UNIT IS INSTALLED IN A CABINET OR A SHELF,
MAKE SURE THAT IT HAS SUFFICIENT SPACE ON ALL SIDES TO
ALLOW FOR PROPER VENTILATION (50 CM FROM THE FRONT AND
REAR VENTILATION OPENINGS).
Important safety instructions
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CONNECTION TO THE MAINS SHALL BE DONE ONLY BY A
ELECTROTECHNICAL SKILLED PERSON ACCORDING THE
NATIONAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE COUNTRIES WHERE THE UNIT IS SOLD.
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