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Welcome to the exiting world of Velleman Kits
We at Velleman Kit would like to thank you for choosing our kits.
They will provide hours of fun, both during assembly and use.
Should something go wrong, then you can rely on our tech. support.
We know you are anxious to start, but please take your time to read the following carefully, it contains
important information.
Happy soldering.
1. Some words about safety :
To ensure your safety, please observe these safety measures.
In no way these are complete. As safety requirement vary, please check with your
local authorities, in order to comply with local requirements. Kits which can carry
possibly lethal voltages carry this logo. Be careful !
Battery or wall-adaptor operated devices are safe devices.
They do not require special attention.
To ensure electrical safety, but also protection from fire and personal injury, make sure your mains operated
equipment complies with these safety hints :
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Use a suitable plastic enclosure.
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If a metal enclosure is used for screening purposes, make sure it is earthed.
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Use a power switch if the device consumes more than
1
0W
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If applicable, use a double insulated mains transformer.
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Mount a fuse in series with the mains switch.
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Use a slow blow (T) 50mA fuse for transformers up to
1
0W and a
1
00mA fuse for transformers up to
20W. For larger transformers, check kit instructions.
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Use a double pole switch for mains operated, transformer-less kits
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Use a mains input connector, or a robust power cord with clamp
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Internal wiring carrying mains voltages must have a minimum area of cross-section of 0,75 mm² (0,03 sq.
inch)
If supplied, attach the power rating label near the power cord of the device, and fill-out mains voltage,
frequency, power consumption and fuse value.
2. Customer Service :
2.1 Troubleshooting:
You can send us your kit for repair but wouldn’t it be more satisfying if you could fix it
yourself ? A stunning 90% of kits we receive have problems the user could have
cured. Therefore, before you send us your kit, please read these hints :
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Are all component specifications corresponding to those specified in the manual
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Are all components mounted on the correct location and orientation ?
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Did you check for bad or forgotten solder joints, solder short-circuits or mistakes.
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Is the power supply present and correct ?
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Are all tensions correct ?
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Does the kit need special calibration, adaptation or pre-setting ?
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Does the external hardware e.g. computer, audio source, power circuit, … match the kit specifications ?
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Kit n°: K
