IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation.
Please read all the safety and operating instructions before
operating this equipment. Adhere to all warnings on the
equipment and in the installation/instruction manuals. Follow all
the safety and operating instructions.These safety and operating
instructions should be retained for future reference.
Power sources
The equipment should be connected to a power supply only of
the type described in the installation/instruction manual or as
marked on the equipment. For equipment intended to operate
from battery power refer to the installation/instruction manual.
Power cord protection
Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely
to be walked on or pinched by items placed over or against
them. Particular attention should be paid to cords at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
equipment. Never pull or stretch power cords.
Ventilation
Slots and openings in the equipment enclosure are provided for
ventilation. To ensure reliable operation and to protect the
equipment from overheating these openings must not be
blocked or covered. The equipment should be situated so that
its location and position does not interfere with proper
ventilation. The equipment should not be used on a bed, sofa,
rug, or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings.
This equipment should not be placed in a built-in
installation, such as a bookcase, cabinet or rack unless proper
ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have
been adhered to.
Carts and Stands
The equipment should be used only with a cart or stand that is
recommended by the manufacturer.
Wall or Ceiling Mounting
The equipment should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as
recommended by the manufacturer.
Water and Moisture
The appliance should not be used near water – for example,
near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet
basement, or near a swimming pool and the like.
Temperature
The equipment may not function properly at extremely low, or
freezing temperatures. The ideal ambient temperature is above
+5˚C (41˚F).
Heat
The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
Electric shock
Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquid is
not spilled into the enclosure through openings. If a metal
object such as a hair pin or needle comes into contact with the
insides of this equipment, a dangerous electric shock may
result. For families with children: never permit children to put
anything, especially metal objects, inside this equipment.
Grounding or Polarisation
The equipment must be grounded (earthed). When using an
extension power supply cord or a power supply cord other than
that supplied, it should be 3-core, fitted with the appropriate
moulded-on plug and carry safety approval appropriate to the
country of use.
Cleaning
Use only a clean dry cloth. Do not use any solvents or liquids
to clean the equipment.
Abnormal smell
If an abnormal smell or smoke is detected, immediately turn the
power off and unplug the equipment from the wall outlet.
Contact your supplier or service centre immediately.
Non-use Periods
The power cord should be unplugged from the wall outlet when
the equipment is to be left unused for a long period of time.
Damage Requiring Service
The appliance should be serviced by qualified personnel when:
the power supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or
objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the
equipment; or the equipment has been exposed to rain; or the
equipment does not appear to operate normally, or exhibits a
marked change in performance; or the equipment has been
dropped, or the enclosure damaged.
Servicing
The user should not attempt to service the equipment beyond
that described in the installation/operating instructions. If
servicing of any of the units making up the CASA System is
required they should be returned for repair or replacement to:
B&W Loudspeakers Ltd, Meadow Road,
Worthing, BN11 2RX England
B&W Loudspeakers of America, 54 Concord
Street, North Reading, MA USA 01864-2699
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