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Safety Precautions
Read this User’s Guide thoroughly before attempting to install and congure the Emotiva IPS-1 Modu-
lar Power Amplier. All the safety and operation instructions should be read before any operation of
the component(s) begin. After successful installation and conguration of the Emotiva IPS-1 Modular
Power Amplier, be sure to retain this manual in a safe place for any future reference needs.
All warnings on the Emotiva IPS-1 Amplier and in these operating instructions should be followed.
Safety is a key component to a long lasting and trouble free installation. The vast majority of the
subsequent safety precautions involve simple common sense. If you are not comfortable with the
installation of audio/video entertainment equipment, it will be to your benet to seek the services
of a qualied installation professional.
• The Emotiva IPS-1 Amplier should NEVER be used near water such as a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen
sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.
• The Emotiva IPS-1 Amplier should be situated so that its location or installation position does not
interfere with proper ventilation.
• The Emotiva IPS-1 Amplier should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface that may block
any ventilation openings; or placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase, cabinet, or closed
equipment rack that may impede the ow of air through ventilation openings. If installed in a closed
equipment rack for custom installations, be sure to add forced air ventilation so that it has adequate
air circulation.
• The Emotiva IPS-1 Amplier should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, or any other
devices which produce heat.
• The Emotiva IPS-1 Amplier should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in this
User’s Guide and what is labeled on the IPS-1 component. Power supply cords should be routed so that
they are not in high foot trac areas or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular
attention to cords at the wall plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they connect into
the IPS-1 Amplier. The power cord of the IPS-1 Amplier should be unplugged from the outlet when
unused for a long period of time.
When it’s time for cleaning the Emotiva IPS-1 Amplier, it should be cleaned only as recommended
in this User’s Guide. Never spray liquids directly into the component’s vent openings. Care should
be taken so that small objects do not fall into the inside of the IPS-1 Amplier.
The following situations require your Emotiva IPS-1 Amplier is serviced only by qualied service
personnel:
1. The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or
2. Objects have fallen, or liquid has spilled into the component; or
3. The IPS-1 has been exposed to rain; or
4. The IPS-1 does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or
5. The IPS-1 has been dropped, or its enclosure or chassis is damaged.
