Installation Tips
The MOON W-3Stereo power amplifier is both powerful and heavy. It requires reasonable ventilation to maintain an optimum and consistent operating temperature. Consequently, it should be placed in a location with empty space around it for proper heat dissipation. You should never place another component on top of this amplifier. Also, it should sit on a solid hard surface to prevent any accidents such as falling over.
This is a powerful amplifier and it will radiate heat when driven hard; You should avoid placing it near a heat source or inside a closed cabinet that is not well ventilated. This could compromise the amplifier’s performance and reliability.
The W-3uses a large toroidal transformer in its power supply. Even though it is well shielded, you should not place this amplifier too close to source components sensitive to EMI, such as turntables, phono preamplifiers and CD Players.
Once you have decided on a location for your W-3, you should install the four (4) pointed screw-on tips onto the cones of the chassis. These tips will easily scratch most surfaces, therefore it’s advisable to follow these instructions:
1)Place your W-3on a soft surface (i.e. carpet) and carefully turn it so that it rests on its side.
2)Screw one tip onto each of the four cones.
3)Carefully move your W-3to it’s pre-determined location.
Included with these tips is a small metal rod, intended for final adjustments (if necessary) by simply threading it through the tiny hole of each of these tips and then gently turning. These adjustable screw-on tips serve two purposes: Mechanical grounding of the chassis and compensation for surfaces that aren’t perfectly level.
Since household dust is an excellent insulator of heat, we suggest that you clean both of the curved side-mounted heat sinks on a regular basis. A smooth nylon brush with long bristles (ie. paint brush) is recommended for this task.
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