Precautions for use
o This equipment is very heavy, so take care to avoid injury when
opening the packaging and when moving it.
o Place the unit in a stable location near the stereo system that will
be used with it.
o Do not install this unit in a location that could become hot. This
includes places that are exposed to direct sunlight or near a radia-
tor, heater, stove or other heating equipment. Moreover, do not
place it on top of another amplifier or equipment that generates
heat. Doing so could cause discoloration or deformation.
o Avoid locations that are subject to vibrations or exposed to exces-
sive dust, cold or moisture.
o In order to enable good heat dissipation, leave at least 20 cm (8")
between this unit and walls and other equipment when install-
ing it. If you put it in a rack, for example, leave at least 30 cm (12")
open above and 20 cm (8") open behind it.
Failure to provide these gaps could cause heat to build up inside
and result in fire.
o Do not install the unit face up or on its side.
o Do not place anything, not even CDs, CD-Rs, LP records or cassette
tapes, on top of the unit.
o Do not put cloth on top of the unit or place it on top of bedding
or thick carpet. Doing so could cause it to overheat or damage it.
o Do not move the unit during use.
o Supply voltage to the unit that matches the voltage as printed on
its back. If you are in any doubt regarding this matter, consult an
electrician.
o Do not open the body of the unit as this might result in damage
to the circuitry or cause electric shock. If a foreign object should
get into the unit, contact your dealer.
o When removing the power plug from the wall outlet, always pull
directly on the plug; never yank on the cord.
o For F-01 only:
Since the unit includes a class A amp, there is nothing unusual
about the top of the unit becoming hot, even when using head-
phones or the pre-out.
o If the unit becomes too hot, the overheating protection circuit
(page 28) will activate, so please use care when placing the unit.
Maintenance
Use a soft dry cloth to wipe the surface of the unit clean.
For stubborn smudges, use a damp cloth that has been thoroughly
wrung out to remove excess moisture.
V For safety, disconnect the power plug from the out-
let before cleaning.
o Never spray liquid directly on this unit.
o Do not use chemically-treated wipes, thinner or similar substances
because they could damage the surface of the unit.
o Avoid allowing rubber or plastic materials to touch the unit for
long periods of time because they could damage the cabinet.
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