Operating Instructions - ELECTROCOMPANIET AW 180 Owner's Manual

ENG

Operating instructions:

How to turn on your system
You should always turn on your equipment in this order: Signal source devices (CD,
tuner, etc) and preamplifier are turned on first. Allow 30 seconds of preheating before
you turn on your power amplifier. When turning your system off, you should start by
switching off your power amplifier, then the preamplifier, and finally your signal source
devices After switching on the power amplifier, there will be a 5 seconds delay before
the speakers are connected. This will prevent large turn on/off transients to reach the
speakers.
Replacing a blown main fuse ( page 8)
Always remove the AC cord from the Inlet. The main fuse is located inside a small
drawer in the AC inlet of the unit. If, for some reason the fuse blows, turn the unit off,
and remove the AC cord from the inlet. Open the drawer with a small screwdriver and
remove the broken fuse. The spare fuse is located in the hole in front of the main fuse.
Push the new fuse gently out of the hole, and place it in correct position (where the
blown fuse was removed). Push the drawer gently back to the closed position, connect
the power cord and turn the unit on. Never replace a blown fuse with other values
than printed on the unit.
Never replace a blown fuse with other values than printed in this manual:
10.0 AT slow-blow 5x20mm (120V AC)
6.3 AT slow-blow 5x20mm (220V AC)
Warning:
The amplifier will be warm. Due to the high class A operating point used in the
Electrocompaniet design, it is normal that the amplifier feels warm. Proper ventilation
will be needed, and the amplifier should not be covered in. A good rule is to allow
1 - 2 inches of air sidewise, and 2 - 3 inches above the amplifier. If placing the ampli-
fier on the floor, be aware of carpets that can obstruct the ventilation underneath the
amplifier.
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