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Owner’s Manual Komet Aero Copyright 1999-2017, KometAmplification. Group, L.L.C. May not be reproduced in any form without express written consent from KometAmplification.
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Excessive heat can only cause this tolex situation and this is not covered under your Komet warranty. Copyright 1999-2017, KometAmplification. Group, L.L.C. May not be reproduced in any form without express written consent from KometAmplification.
This is a apparatus. This unit should be connected to a MAINS socket WARNING: Class 1 outlet with a protective earthing connection. Copyright 1999-2017, KometAmplification. Group, L.L.C. May not be reproduced in any form without express written consent from KometAmplification.
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CE This product complies with the European Union Council Directives and Standards relating to electromagnetic compatibility EMC Directive (2006/95/EC) and the Low Voltage Directive (2004/10). Copyright 1999-2017 KometAmplification. Group, L.L.C. May not be reproduced in any form without express written consent from KometAmplification.
Bright Switch: three way selector switch. Middle position is off, Down position slightly bright, Up position most bright. Input Jack: accepts standard ¼ inch plug. Input impedance is 1 Megohm. Copyright 1999-2017, KometAmplification. Group, L.L.C. May not be reproduced in any form without express written consent from Komet Amplification.
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We recommend that you engage the " " switch before Stand By changing the Fast / Gradual switch setting to avoid this sound. (continued) Copyright 1999-2017, KometAmplification. Group, L.L.C. May not be reproduced in any form without express written consent from Komet Amplification.
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" " of quality, especially when it comes to being quiet and non-microphonic. (continued) Copyright 1999-2017, KometAmplification. Group, L.L.C. May not be reproduced in any form without express written consent from KometAmplification.
You should be able to request a certain grade or range IP (plate voltage /current draw) from your tube vendor. (continued) Copyright 1999-2017, KometAmplification. Group, L.L.C. May not be reproduced in any form without express written consent from KometAmplification.
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- the descriptive, colored lettering/labeling on the tube has turned a bright, frosted white color, or occasionally - completely burned off Copyright 1999-2017, KometAmplification. Group, L.L.C. May not be reproduced in any form without express written consent from KometAmplification.
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Komet Airbrake manual for the Komet Airbrake is located at the end of this manual. Copyright 1999-2017, KometAmplification. Group, L.L.C. May not be reproduced in any form without express written consent from KometAmplification.
- Check / test / replace - the H.T. fuse for continuity with a digital Ohm meter. It may be blown. Copyright 1999-2017, KometAmplification. Group, L.L.C. May not be reproduced in any form without express written consent from KometAmplification.
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Do not force a tube into its socket. If correctly aligned, it should easily install into the socket. Copyright 1999-2017, KometAmplification. Group, L.L.C. May not be reproduced in any form without express written consent from KometAmplification.
• Mains Fuse: 3 Amp “slow blow“ a.k.a. MDL 3A - rated at 250V (2 Amp for 240V operation) • H.T. Fuse: Amp “fast acting“ a.k.a. AGC 500 mA - rated at 250V Copyright 1999-2017, KometAmplification. Group, L.L.C. May not be reproduced in any form without express written consent from KometAmplification.
(225) 926-1976 Email: info@kometamps.com Website: www.kometamps.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Komet-Amplification/739410886107995 Tumbler: http://kometamplification.tumblr.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/kometamps Warranty information located at end of owner’s manual. Komet Copyright 1999-2017, KometAmplification. Group, L.L.C. May not be reproduced in any form without express written consent from KometAmplification.
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4 X 12” 16 Ohm Speakers in series / parallel for 16 Ohms Note: Komet Amplification recommends using a 16 Ohm load with their amplifiers for the best sonic results. Copyright 1999-2017, KometAmplification. Group, L.L.C. May not be reproduced in any form without express written consent from KometAmplification.
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Airbrake Manual Komet Copyright 1999-2017, KometAmplification. Group, L.L.C. May not be reproduced in any form without express written consent from KometAmplification.
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(under no attenuation) - one input, two parallel output jacks. - line level signal out control. Copyright 1999-2017, KometAmplification. Group, L.L.C. May not be reproduced in any form without express written consent from KometAmplification.
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16. Keep in mind that the combined load of both cabinets or both speaker loads will be 8. Set your amplifier’s impedance selector accordingly to 8. Do not use two, 8 speaker cabinets. The combined load will be 4 , which is below the Komet Airbrake 8/16 Ohm operating range.
" gripping terminals. " (See special note in the Speaker Cabinet section of this manual). Copyright 1999-2017, KometAmplification. Group, L.L.C. May not be reproduced in any form without express written consent from KometAmplification.
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The Komet Airbrake Layout Copyright 1999-2017, KometAmplification. Group, L.L.C. May not be reproduced in any form without express written consent from KometAmplification.
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Any cause beyond KOMET's reasonable control or due to environmental influences such as wind, hailstones, snow, frost, etc. (continued) Copyright 1999-2017, KometAmplification. Group, L.L.C. May not be reproduced in any form without express written consent from KometAmplification.
Our address: Komet Amplification, L.L.C. 1865 Dallas Drive Baton Rouge, La. 70806 1454 (225) 926-1976 E-mail: info@kometamps.com Copyright 1999-2017, KometAmplification. Group, L.L.C. May not be reproduced in any form without express written consent from Komet...