Kustom Defender 5H User Manual

Congratulations on the purchase of your new Kustom guitar amplier.
Your Defender Model draws on decades of amp design and manufacturing
experience at Kustom. This model was built from the ground up to offer
world-class tone, useful features and reliable performance. Inside this manual,
you’ll nd valuable information about the amp’s controls and specications.
Being familiar with its features will help you effectively dial in different tones.
We wish you many years of enjoyment with your Kustom amplier.
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DEFENDER 5H GUITAR AMPLIFIER

Kustom Defender 5H Specifications

General

Power Output	5 Watts
Channels	1
Type	Guitar Amplifier
Controls	Volume, Tone
Inputs	1 x 1/4"
Outputs	1 x 1/4"

Summary

Product Introduction and Welcome

FCC Compliance Statements

Equipment Modification Caution

Warns that unauthorized modifications can void user authority to operate the equipment.

Radio Frequency Interference Compliance

Details FCC compliance for Class B devices and provides measures to correct potential interference.

Important Safety Instructions and Precautions

Hearing Protection and Noise Exposure Guidelines

Explains dangers of high noise levels and OSHA permissible exposure limits for hearing safety.

General Operational Safety and Care

Covers safe operation, cleaning, ventilation, heat sources, and power cord handling.

Electrical Safety and Servicing Advice

Highlights electric shock risks, advises against opening, and directs servicing to qualified personnel.

Defender 5H Control Panel Overview

Instrument Input Jack

Details the 1/4-inch input jack for connecting instruments to the amplifier.

Volume Control for Tone Shaping

Explains how the volume control influences clean tones, overdrive, and natural compression.

Power Switch and Indicator Light

Describes the dual-function power switch and its indicator light for amplifier status.

Defender 5H Back Panel Connections

External Speaker Output Jacks

Details the 1/4-inch jacks for connecting external speaker cabinets with specific impedances.

Defender 5H AC Mains and Fuse Details

AC Power Cord Receptacle Information

Information on connecting and replacing the AC power cord for storage or if damaged.

Fuse Location and Replacement Procedure

Instructions for locating, replacing, and using the correct fuse type for the amplifier.

Defender 5H Technical Specifications

Defender 5H Signal Flow Diagram

EC Declaration of Conformity