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Safety Precautions
Read this User’s Guide thoroughly before attempting to install and configure the Emotiva BPA-1
Power Amplifier. All the safety and operation instructions should be read before any operation of the
component(s) begin. After successful installation and configuration of the Emotiva BPA-1 Power Am-
plifier, be sure to retain this manual in a safe place for any future reference needs.
All warnings on the Emotiva BPA-1 Power Amplifier and in these operating instructions should be fol-
lowed. Safety is a key component to a long lasting and trouble free installation. The vast majority of
the subsequent safety precautions involve simple common sense. If you are not comfortable with the
installation of audio/video entertainment equipment, it will be to your benefit to seek the services of a
qualified installation professional.
NEVER use the BPA-1 Power Amplifier near water such as a bathtub, washbowl, kitch-
en sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc. There is a risk
of electric shock to your body and permanent damage to the equipment. Electric shock
may result in permanent bodily injury or death.
The Emotiva BPA-1 Power Amplifier should be situated so that its location or installation position
does not interfere with proper ventilation. The Emotiva BPA-1 Power Amplifier should not be situated
on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface that may block any ventilation openings; or placed in a built-in
installation such as a bookcase, cabinet, or closed equipment rack that may impede the flow of air
through ventilation openings. If installed in a closed equipment rack for custom installations, be sure
to add forced air ventilation so that it has adequate air circulation. The Emotiva BPA-1 Power Ampli-
fier should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, or any other devices which produce
heat.
The Emotiva BPA-1 Power Amplifier should be connected to a power supply only of the type de-
scribed in this User’s Guide and what is labeled on the BPA-1 component. Power supply cords should
be routed so that they are not in high foot traffic areas or pinched by items placed upon or against
them, paying particular attention to cords at the wall plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they connect into the BPA-1 Power Amplifier. The power cord of the BPA-1 Power Amplifier
should be unplugged from the outlet when unused for a long period of time. When it’s time for clean-
ing the Emotiva BPA-1 Power Amplifier, it should be cleaned only as recommended in this User’s
Guide. Never spray liquids directly into the component’s vent openings. Care should be taken so that
small objects do not fall into the inside of the BPA-1 Power Amplifier.
The following situations require your Emotiva BPA-1 Power Amplifier is serviced only by qualified
service personnel:
1. The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or
2. Objects have fallen, or liquid has spilled into the component; or
3. The BPA-1 has been exposed to rain; or
4. The BPA-1 does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in
performance; or
5. The BPA-1 has been dropped, or its enclosure or chassis is damaged.