Maintenance

mono power amplifier

Cleaning

When cleaning the mono power amplifier bear in mind that the front of the unit is metal, and the lid is glass.

Disconnect the power cord before cleaning the unit.

Note: Do not use abrasive cleaners on any part of the mono power amplifier.

To clean the case

Use a slightly damp cloth.

Ensure that no water is allowed to get inside the case, and do not reconnect the power until you are certain that the mono power amplifier is completely dry.

To change the mains fuse

Fuse

Spare

Remove the mains connector, and pull out the drawer next to the power input to access the fuses.

Before replacing a blown fuse, if possible ascertain the cause of the failure.

The fuse drawer includes a spare fuse. This should be replaced by one of the same rating.

Setting up the

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To clean the audio connections

The audio socket on the back of the mono power amplifier is gold-plated and needs no cleaning if a gold-plated phono plug is used. Otherwise, it is recommended that you unplug and reconnect the plug at least once a year. A proprietary contact cleaner can be used to some advantage.

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Meridian America Meridian 505 manual Maintenance, Cleaning, To clean the case, To change the mains fuse

Meridian 505 specifications

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