Water and moisture: This product should never be used near water. To prevent fire or a shock hazard, do not expose the Model 5 to rain or moisture. The Model 5 is designed for indoor use only. Never use any liquids in and around the Model 5 that may run into the chassis or onto live circuits.
Heat: Place Model 5 should be located in a cool, dry location. Keep away from heat sources such as heat registers, stoves or other sources that produce heat. Never block the cooling vents in, around and under the Model 5Õs chassis. Never place a cover that may hold heat in and overheat the Model 5 causing damage.
Voltage ratings: This product should be connected to a power source of the proper rated voltage. The correct voltage rating for the Model 5 is located on the rear panel near the AC power connector. It should never be operated above or below the designated voltage rating.
Safety ground: Never lift or defeat the safety ground connection between the power cord and wall outlet. A shock or fire hazard is present when this safety feature is disabled.
No user serviceable parts inside. Never operate the Model 5 inverted or with the bottom inspection plate removed. A shock hazard is present when the covers removed.
Troubleshooting guide:
Symptom: No audio, tubes and front panel LED donÕt light.
Confirm that the AC power cord is firmly connected at both ends.
If the amplifier is plugged into a power strip or a power conditioner, confirm that the power switch is on.
Use a lamp or other small electrical device to confirm that there is AC power at the outlet. If the lamp does not light, check the fuse box or circuit breaker.
Remove the power cord from the amplifier, open the fuse holder, and inspect the fuse. If it has blown, replace it with the spare. If the fuse blows again, contact your dealer or Red Rose MusicÕs customer service department.
Symptom: No audio, tubes and LED light
Make sure the Power switch is not set to STBY.
Make sure the program source is turned on and producing a signal. Confirm that the cables from the source component to the amplifier are connected at both ends.
Confirm that the speaker cables are connected to the amplifier and the speakers.
Use the BIAS MONITOR switch to check the plate current of the four output tubes. If the meter shows low plate current for one or more tubes, and you are unable to use the Bias Adjust control to bring the plate current up to the correct value, replace all four output tubes.
If the meter shows no plate current for a single tube, or if the red LED in one of the output tube sockets lights, disconnect power to the amplifier and replace the fuse for that tube socket.
