Shure KSE1500 Manual

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. READ these instructions.
2. KEEP these instructions.
3. HEED all warnings.
4. FOLLOW all instructions.
5. DO NOT use this apparatus near water.
6. CLEAN ONLY with dry cloth.
7. ONLY USE KSE earphones with KSA amplifiers.
8. UNPLUG this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long
periods of time.
9. PROTECT the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly
at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from
the apparatus.
10. ONLY USE attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
11. 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.
12. DO NOT expose the apparatus to dripping and splashing. DO NOT put
objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.
13. The MAINS plug or an appliance coupler shall remain readily operable.
14. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus
to rain or moisture.
15. Do not attempt to modify this product. Doing so could result in personal
injury and/or product failure.
16. Operate this product within its specified operating temperature range.
17. PROTECT the earphone cable from being pinched or cut.
18. DO NOT use this apparatus if the earphone cable, housing, or connector
is damaged.
WARNING: Voltages in this equipment are hazardous to life. No user-ser-
viceable parts inside. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. The
safety certifications do not apply when the operating voltage is changed from
the factory setting.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Shure Incorporated
could void your authority to operate this equipment.
WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the State of California
to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
WARNING FOR ALL EARPHONES!
For safe and correct use of earphones, read this manual before use. Keep
the manual and safety information in a convenient place for future reference.
WARNING
LISTENING TO AUDIO AT EXCESSIVE VOLUMES CAN CAUSE PERMA-
NENT HEARING DAMAGE. USE AS LOW A VOLUME AS POSSIBLE.
Over exposure to excessive sound levels can damage your ears resulting in
permanent noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL). Please use the following
guidelines established by the Occupational Safety Health Administration
(OSHA) on maximum time exposure to sound pressure levels before hearing
damage occurs.
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90 dB SPL 95 dB SPL
at 8 hours at 4 hours
110 dB SPL 115 dB SPL
at ½ hour at 15 minutes
WARNING
• Do not use when a failure to hear your surroundings could be dangerous,
such as while driving, or when biking, walking, or jogging where traffic
is present and accidents could occur.
• Keep this product and its accessories out of reach of children. Handling
or use by children may pose a risk of death or serious injury. Contains
small parts and cords that may pose risk of choking or strangulation.
• Set the volume level of the audio device to a minimum, and then after
connecting the earphones, adjust the volume gradually. Sudden exposure
to loud noises could cause hearing damage.
• Turn up the volume control only far enough to hear properly.
• Ringing in the ears may indicate that the volume level is too high. Try
lowering the volume.
• If you connect these earphones to an airplane's sound system, listen at
low levels so that loud messages from the pilot do not cause discomfort.
• Have your hearing checked by an audiologist on a regular basis. If you
experience wax buildup, discontinue use until a medical professional has
examined your ears.
• Failure to use, clean, or maintain earphone sleeves and nozzles according
to manufacturer's instructions may increase the risk of sleeves detaching
from the nozzle and becoming lodged in your ear.
• Prior to inserting the earphone, always recheck the sleeve to make sure
it is firmly attached to the nozzle.
• If a sleeve becomes lodged in your ear, seek skilled medical assistance
to remove the sleeve. Damage to the ear may be caused by non-profes-
sionals attempting to remove the sleeve.
• Do not attempt to modify this product. Doing so could result in personal
injury and/or product failure.
CAUTION
• Do not immerse in water, such as while taking a bath or washing your
face, otherwise sound deterioration or failures may result.
• Do not use while sleeping as accidents may result.
• Use a slow twisting motion to remove the earphones. Never pull on the
earphone cord.
• Stop using the earphones immediately if they are causing great discom-
fort, irritation, rash, discharge, or any other uncomfortable reaction.
• If you are currently receiving ear treatment, consult your physician before
using this device.
Note: Use only with the included power supply or a Shure-approved equiva-
lent.
WARNING
• Battery packs may explode or release toxic materials. Risk of fire or
burns. Do not open, crush, modify, disassemble, heat above 140°F
(60°C), or incinerate.
• Follow instructions from manufacturer
• Do not short circuit; may cause burns or catch fire
• Do not charge with products other than those specified in this user guide.
• Dispose of battery packs properly. Check with local vendor for proper
disposal of used battery packs.
KSE1500
Electrostatic Earphone System
100 dB SPL 105 dB SPL
at 2 hours at 1 hour
120 dB SPL
Avoid or damage may occur
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