McIntosh MC 202 Owners Manual

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The lightning flash with arrowhead,
within an equilateral triangle, is intended
to alert the user to the presence of
uninsulated dangerous voltage" within
the product's enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk
of electric shock to persons.

WARNING - TO REDUCE RISK OF
FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO
NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO

RAIN OR MOISTURE.

AVIS RISQUE DECHOC ELECTRIQUE- NE PASOUVRIR.

The exclamation point within an equi-
lateral triangle is intended to alert the
user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servic-
ing) instructions in the literature ac-
companying the appliance

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

To prevent the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover or
back. No user serviceable parts inside.

IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS!

PLEASE READ THEM BEFORE
OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT.

General:

1.
. Keep these instructions.

. Heed all warnings.

. Follow all instructions.

. Warning: To reduce risk of fire or electrical shock,

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Read these instructions.

do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture.
This unit is capable of producing high sound pres-
sure levels. Continued exposure to high sound pres-
sure levels can cause permanent hearing impair-
ment or loss. User caution is advised and ear protec-
tion is recommended when playing at high volumes.

. Caution: to prevent electrical shock do not use this

(polarized) plug with an extension cord, receptacle
or other outlet unless the blades can be fully in-
serted to prevent blade exposure.

Attention: pour pevenir les chocs elecriques pas
utiliser cette fiche polarisee avec un prolongateur,
une prise de courant on un autre sortie de courant,
sauf si les lames peuvent etre inserees afond ans en
laisser aucune partie a decouvert.

. Unplug this equipment during lightning storms or

when unused for long periods of time.

. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the

manufacturer.

Installation:
9. The equipment shall be installed near the AC Socket

Outlet and the disconnect device shall be easily acces-
sible.

10. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accor-

dance with the manufacturers instructions.

11. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,

heat registers, stoves, or other equipment (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.

12. Do not use this equipment near water.
13. Do not expose this equipment to dripping or splashing

and ensure that no objects filled with liquids, such as
vases, are placed on the equipment.

14. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,

bracket, or table specified by the manu-
facturer, or sold with the equipment.
When a cart is used, use caution when
moving the cart/equipment combination
to avoid injury from tip-over.

Connection:
15. Connect this equipment only to the type of AC power

source as marked on the unit.

16. Protect the power cord from being walked on or

pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they exit from the equipment.

17. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or

grounding-type plug.

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A polarized plug has two blades with one wider
than the other. A grounding type plug has two
blades and a third grounding prong. The wide
blade or the third prong are provided for your
safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your
outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.

18. Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or inte-
gral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk
of fire or electric shock.

19. To completely disconnect this equipment from the AC
Mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug from the
AC receptacle.

Care of Equipment:

20. Clean only with a dry cloth.

21. Do not permit objects or liquids of any kind to be
pushed, spilled and/or fall into the equipment through
enclosure openings.

22. Unplug the power cord from the AC power outlet
when left unused for a long period of time.

Repair of Equipment:

23. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Ser-
vicing is required when the equipment has been dam-
aged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is
damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen
into the equipment, the equipment has been exposed to
rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has
been dropped.

24. Do not attempt to service beyond that described in the
operating instructions. All other service should be re-
ferred to qualified service personnel.

25. When replacement parts are required, be sure the ser-
vice technician has used replacement parts specified by
Mclntosh or have the same characteristics as the origi»
nal part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,
electric shock, or other hazards.

26. Upon completion of any service or repairs to this prod-
uct, ask the service technician to perform safety checks
to determine that the product is in proper operating
condition.

Thank You

Your decision to own this Mclntosh MC202 Power Ampli-
fier ranks you at the very top among discriminating music
listeners. You now have The Best. The Mclntosh dedica-
tion to Quality, is assurance that you will receive many
years of musical enjoyment from this unit.

Please take a short time to read the information in this
manual. We want you to be as familiar as possible with all
the features and functions of your new Mclntosh.

Please Take A Moment

The serial number, purchase date and Mclntosh dealer
name are important to you for possible insurance claim or
future service. The spaces below have been provided for
you to record that information:

Serial Number:
Purchase Date:
Dealer Name:

Technical Assistance

If at any time you have questions about your Mclntosh
product, contact your Mclntosh dealer who is familiar with
your Mclntosh equipment and any other brands that may
be part of your system. If you or your dealer wish addi-
tional help concerning a suspected problem, you can re-
ceive technical assistance for all Mclntosh products at:

Mclntosh Laboratory, Inc.

2 Chambers Street
Binghamton, New York 13903
Phone: 607-723-1545

Fax: 607-723-3636

Customer Service

If it is determined that your Mclntosh product is in need of
repair, you can return it to your dealer. You can also return
it to the Mclntosh Laboratory Service Department. For as-
sistance on factory repair return procedure, contact the
Mclntosh Service Department at:

Mclntosh Laboratory, Inc.

2 Chambers Street
Binghamton, New York 13903
Phone: 607-723-3515

Fax: 607-723-1917

Copyright 2000 © by Mclntosh Laboratory, Inc.