Radial Engineering Headload User Manual page 2

IMPORTANT SAFETY & USER NOTICE
PLEASE READ BEFORE
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CONNECTING YOUR RADIAL HEADLOAD
ALWAYS TURN YOUR AMPLIFIER OFF
BEFORE CONNECTING OR DISCONNECTING
It is your responsibility to confi rm the Headload is connected properly before
operating your amplifi er. If you are unsure about connecting or operating the
Headload consult a qualifi ed technician or see your dealer. Damage caused by
improper operation is not covered under the warranty. See the back cover for
warranty details.
ALWAYS USE THE HEADLOAD WITH A SPEAKER CABINET
A speaker cabinet must be connected to the Headload at all times. It is pos-
sible to use the Headload as a dedicated load box without a speaker connect-
ed but this is not a recommended practice as you may damage the Headload
or your amp if the LOAD SWITCH is not in the propper setting. Damage due
to misuse is not covered under the Radial 3-year warranty.
CAUTION - USE OF THE HEADLOAD WITH AMPLIFIERS WITH BRIDGED
OR BALANCED SPEAKER OUTPUTS IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED.
Although these types of circuits are rarely employed on instrument amps, us-
ing the Headload with them can cause an electrical shock. Please consult the
amplifi er manufacturer to ensure the power output section of your amp is not
bridged or balanced. As we have no control over the use of these amps, for legal
liability reasons, Radial Engineering Ltd. strictly prohibits use of the Headload
with such amplifi ers.
DO NOT BLOCK THE AIR VENTS
It is normal for your Headload to get warm during operation. The Headload fan
draws cool air in through the front, top and sides and exhaust hot air out through
the rear. Do not block the air vents and always provide a minimum of 2.5cm (1")
of open air space around the Headload when in use.
HEADPHONE SAFETY WARNING
As with all products capable of producing high sound pressure levels (SPL), users
must be very careful to avoid hearing damage that may occur from prolonged
exposure. This is particularly important as it applies to headphones. Prolonged
listening at high SPLs will eventually cause Tinnitus and can lead to partial or
complete loss of hearing. Please be aware of the recommended exposure limits
within your legal jurisdiction and follow them very closely. The user agrees that
Radial Engineering Ltd. remains harmless from any health effects resulting from
the use of this product and the user clearly understands that he or she is entirely
responsible for the safe and proper use of this product. Please consult the Radial
Limited Warranty for further details.