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CAUTION:
• DO NOT attempt any type of service or repair on this amplifier without first removing the
AC power and allowing AT LEAST 10 MINUTES FOR THE HIGH VOLTAGE CAPACI-
TORS TO BLEED OFF !
• DO NOT operate this amplifier with the top or bottom covers removed. THE VOLTAGES
INSIDE THE CABINET ARE DEADLY ! EXPOSURE TO UNSHIELDED RF AT
THESE POWER LEVELS IS HAZARDOUS TO YOUR HEALTH !
• Never attempt operation without first connecting your amplifier to an appropriate antenna or
dummy load. The antenna SWR should not exceed 2:1. The dummy load should have an
impedance of 50 Ohms with sufficient power handling capability. DAMAGE TO THE AM-
PLIFIER MAY RESULT IF OPERATED WITHOUT A CONNECTION TO A PROPER
LOAD.
• NEVER OPERATE THIS AMPLIFIER WITHOUT AN EARTH GROUND CON-
NECTED TO THE REAR PANEL GROUND TERMINAL.
• Do not obstruct the ventilation holes located on the top, bottom, and sides of the cabinet.
These holes provide sufficient intake and exhaust of cooling air. SEVERE OVERHEAT-
ING AND SERIOUS DAMAGE WILL RESULT IF SUFFICIENT VENTILATION IS
NOT PROVIDED.
• Never operate any amplifier using an extension cord.
!! WARNING !!
CONTACT WITH VOLTAGES IN THIS AMPLIFIER CAN BE
!!! FATAL!!!