Meridian America 551 - Manual (Page 35)

Setting up the integrated amplifier
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Troubleshooting
This section describes problems you may encounter when using
the integrated amplifier, and includes suggested solutions.
If these suggestions fail to cure the problem, please contact
your Meridian dealer for further assistance.
No lights are displayed when
switching on
❍ Check that your AC power supply is connected correctly.
❍ Check that the ON OFF switch on the back panel
is in the ON position.
❍ Check that the fuse on the integrated amplifier back panel and
the fuse in the unit’s power plug have not blown; see To
change the mains fuse, page 33.
The sound has cut out
The 551 Integrated Amplifier includes output fuses, which
protect the output if the connections are accidentally shorted.
❍ Check the output fuses.
❍ If necessary, replace the fuse with one of the same rating.
The sound has cut out and the display
shows DC
This indicates that the power amplifier has turned off due to a
DC offset on the output.
❍ Unplug the source.
If this restores normal operation check the source. Otherwise
there may be a fault with the integrated amplifier, and you
should consult your dealer.
The sound has cut out and the display
shows Hot
This indicates that the power amplifier has turned off due to
overheating.
❍ Allow the integrated amplifier to cool down.
If the problem continues to occur there may be a fault with the
integrated amplifier, and you should consult your dealer.