KLING & FREITAG K&F TOPAS - Manual (Page 7)

User's manual System Amplifier K&F TOPAS
KLING & FREITAG GMBH © 2014 Version 3.1 Page 7 of 65
2. General Safety Instructions
Warning
Power supply
• Before connecting to the power supply system, check if the local voltage matches the
voltage marked on the device. If this is not the case, then the unit needs to be adapted
by the manufacturer or an authorized service centre. Connect the device under any
circumstances, to an unauthorized power supply source. This could irreparably ruin the
device.
• Make sure that the power outlet supplies a ground connector, which must be
connected to the device via the PE conductor of the power cord!
• Power cords should be laid in such a way that they are protected against footstep
damages, tensile strain and against being trapped.
• To completely disconnect this apparatus from the ac mains, disconnect the power
supply cord plug from the receptacle.
• Furthermore, the power plug must be easily accessible for use at all times.
• All equipment, which is connected together using signal cables and has a connection to
protective earth, must be connected to a common PE conductor. If not, there is a risk of
an electric shock or the destruction of the connected equipment.
• The built-in lithium battery must be replaced by qualified personnel only.
• Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or
equivalent type.
Warning
Connections
• There is a risk of electric shock or damage of the device if you connect an output with
protective ground, an input or to another output!
• According to the EMC directive, always use proper shielded cables with appropriate
connectors.
• There's risk of fire, if the speaker cables don't correspond to the amplfier's output
power capabilities!
• This device is not designed for home use.
Caution
Maintenance and technical service
The user should not perform any maintenance work on the equipment other than that which
is described in this manual. Repairs have to be executed by a qualified service technician only.
In the following cases, the device should be serviced by an authorized technician only if:
• the power cord or the mains connector have been damaged.
• objects or liquids have gotten into the device.
• it was exposed to rain.
• the device doesn't appear to be functioning properly.
• it has fallen down or the enclosure is damaged.
Caution
Do not install devices in any of the following places:
• where the units are permanently exposed to direct sunlight.
• near other heat sources or open fire.
• where the airflow for cooling is blocked.
• where the devices are exposed to high moisture.
• where the devices are exposed to strong vibrations and dust.