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Instructions to reduce risk of electrical shock, hazard, and injury during operation.
Details the technical specifications of the HW-40 turntable.
Guidance on carefully opening packaging and removing components to avoid damage.
Steps for connecting power, turning on the unit, and starting the platter rotation.
Procedure for attaching the counterweight to the pre-installed tonearm.
Detailed steps for aligning the cartridge using the provided jig for optimal playback.
Guidance on adjusting tracking force and tonearm height using a gauge.
Explanation of anti-skate mechanisms and their necessity for playback.
Recommendations for initial use, break-in period, and system hum elimination.
Troubleshooting steps for system hum or buzz, emphasizing proper grounding.
Resolving pops when the motor is switched on or off, possibly due to EMF.
Diagnosing distortion issues in either channel, often related to anti-skate settings.
Addressing screeching startup sounds by powdering the drive belt with talc.
Troubleshooting sibilance and distortion by checking azimuth, tracking force, and temperature.
Details the five-year warranty against defects and its specific exclusions.
Information on how to register the product online for warranty purposes.