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…on your purchase of Simmons’ SD1000 Electronic Drum Kit. To get the most enjoyment from this kit,
we recommend that you skim through this manual at least once, then refer back to it to learn more about
specific functions.
Caring for Your SD1000 Electronic Drum Set
Location
• Keep the drum kit away from direct sunlight, high temperature sources, and excessive
humidity to prevent deformation, discoloration, or more serious damage.
Power Supply
• TurnthepowerswitchOFFwhentheSD1000 is not in use.
• TheACadaptershouldbeunpluggedfromtheACoutletiftheSD1000 is not to be used
for an extended period of time.
• AvoidpluggingtheACadapterintoanACoutletthatisalsopoweringhigh-consumption
appliances such as electric heaters or televisions. Also avoid using multi-plug adapters,
since these can reduce sound quality, cause operation errors, and result in possible damage.
• To avoid damaging the unit, turn the SD1000 and all related devices OFF prior to
connecting or disconnecting cables.
Handling and Transport
• Neverapplyexcessiveforcetocontrols,connectors,andotherparts.
• Unplugcablesbygrippingtheplugrmly.Donotpullonthecable.
• Disconnectallcablesbeforemovingthemodule.
• Physicalshockscausedbydropping,bumping,orplacingheavyobjectsonthemodulecan
result in scratches and more serious damage.
Cleaning
• Cleanthemodulewithadry,softcloth.
• Aslightlydampclothmaybeusedtoremovestubborngrimeanddirt.
• Neverusecleanerssuchasalcoholorthinner.
• Toavoiddiscoloration,donotplacevinylobjectsontopofmodule.
Electrical Interference
• Themodulecontainsdigital circuitryandmay cause interferenceif placed too close to
radio or television receivers. If this occurs, move the SD1000 further away from the
affected equipment.
Service and Modification
• Therearenouserserviceablepartsinthedrummodule.
• Donotattempttoopenthesoundmoduleormakeanychangeinthecircuitsorpartsofthe
unit. This would void the warranty.
Congratulations!
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