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Page 4 Installation and Safety Guidelines English
This product is intended for installation by professional installers only! Thank you for selecting Bose
®
PowerMatch™
amplifiers for your sound reinforcement system. This document is intended to provide professional installers with basic
installation and safety guidelines for Bose PowerMatch amplifiers in typical fixed-installation systems. Please read this
document before attempting installation.
WARNING: Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing, and do not place objects filled with liquids such as vases,
on or near the apparatus. As with any electronic products, use care not to spill liquids into any part of the system. Liquids can
cause a failure and/or a fire hazard.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsu-
lated dangerous voltage within the system enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electrical shock.
Do not touch the output terminals while amplifier power is ON. Make all connections with amplifier OFF.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle, as marked on the system, is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance instructions in this installation guide.
CAUTION: Make no modifications to the amplifier or accessories. Unauthorized alternations may compromise safety, regulatory
compliance, and system performance.
CAUTION: This product shall be connected to an AC mains socket outlet with a protective earthing (grounding) connection.
CAUTION: Where the AC mains plug is used as the disconnect device, such disconnect device shall remain fully operable.
Important Safety Instructions
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions – for future reference.
3. Heed all warnings – on the product and in all product documentation.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water or moisture.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. To ensure reliable operation of the
product and to protect it from overheating, put the product in a position and location that will not interfere with its proper ventilation.
8. Do not install near any heat sources, such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce
heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the
other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wider blade or third prong is provided for your safety.
If the provided plug does not fit in your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they
exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus.
When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time to prevent damage to this product.
14. 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. Do not attempt to service this product yourself.
Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages or other hazards. Please call Bose to be referred to an
authorized service center near you.