Octave V 70 SE [5/33] Safety instructions

2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

2.1. Before you begin

Before using the V 70 SE for the first time, remove the grille and install the power tubes! (See

Section 3.2 "Removing the grille"). Replace the grille before switching the V 70 SE on.

Operating the amplifier without its protective grille is dangerous and not recommended.

In case of emergency: unplug the unit from the wall outlet

Never use an amplifier that is damaged or faulty. Make sure that no one can use it until it has been

repaired by a qualified service technician. Ensure that there is easy access to the IEC socket and

power cord.

Do not open the case

There are dangerously high voltages and hot tubes inside this equipment. To avoid a burn or the

risk of electric shock, never allow anyone except qualified personnel to open the case.

Servicing and maintenance

For reasons of safety, please ensure that any servicing, repairs or other modifications to OCTAVE

equipment are carried out only by a qualified technician. Always get an engineer to replace blown

fuses with ones of the same type and rating. If your amplifier requires servicing, please ship or take

your equipment directly to OCTAVE or to one of our authorized service centers.

Modifications to OCTAVE equipment

Use "audio grade" fuses and other power cables at your own risk. The use of such devices will void

the warranty. This also applies to the use contact fluids on the tube sockets.

Explanation of the warning symbols:

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is

intended to alert the user to the presence of un-insulated, 'dangerous

voltages' within the product's enclosure that may be sufficient to constitute

a risk of electric shock to persons

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the

user to important operating and maintenance instructions

Before connecting up

Make sure that the voltage of your amplifier matches your electricity supply voltage.

Grounding

This amplifier is a protection class I device (with an earth conductor). To avoid the risk of electric

shock in the event of a fault, the unit must be grounded. To do this, use the power cable supplied

with the amplifier.