Emotiva UPA-7 - Manual (Page 5)

Safety Precautions
Read this User’s Guide thoroughly before attempting to install and configure the Emotiva UPA-
7 Amplifier. All the safety and operation instructions should be read before any operation of the
component(s) begin. After successful installation and configuration of the Emotiva UPA-7 Amplifier, be
sure to retain this manual in a safe place for any future reference needs.
All warnings on the Emotiva UPA-7 Amplifier and in these operating instructions
should be followed. Safety is a key component to a long lasting and trouble free
installation. The vast majority of the subsequent safety precautions involve
simple common sense. If you are not comfortable with the installation of
audio/video entertainment equipment, it will be to your benefit to seek the
services of a qualified installation professional.
NEVER use the UPA-7 Amplifier near water such as a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a
wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc. There is a risk of electric shock to your body and
permanent damage to the equipment. Electric shock may result in permanent bodily injury or death.
The Emotiva UPA-7 Amplifier should be situated so that its location or installation position does not
interfere with proper ventilation. The Emotiva UPA-7 Amplifier should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug,
or similar surface that may block any ventilation openings; or placed in a built-in installation such as a
bookcase, cabinet, or closed equipment rack that may impede the flow of air through ventilation
openings. If installed in a closed equipment rack for custom installations, be sure to add forced air
ventilation so that it has adequate air circulation. The Emotiva UPA-7 Amplifier should be situated away
from heat sources such as radiators, or any other devices, which produce heat.
The Emotiva UPA-7 Amplifier should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in this
User’s Guide and what is labeled on the UPA-7 component. Power supply cords should be routed so
that they are not in high foot traffic areas or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying
particular attention to cords at the wall plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they connect
into the UPA-7 Amplifier.
The power cord of the UPA-7 Amplifier should be unplugged from the outlet when unused for a long
period of time. When it’s time for cleaning the Emotiva UPA-7 Amplifier, it should be cleaned only as
recommended in this User’s Guide. Never spray liquids directly into the component’s vent openings.
Care should be taken so that small objects do not fall into the inside of the UPA-7 Amplifier.
The following situations require your Emotiva UPA-7 Amplifier is serviced only
by qualified service personnel:
• The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or
• Objects have fallen, or liquid has spilled into the component; or
• The UPA-7 has been exposed to rain; or
• The UPA-7 does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or
• The UPA-7 has been dropped, or its enclosure or chassis is damaged.
The user should not attempt to service the UPA-7 Amplifier beyond the means described in this Owner’s
Guide. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.
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