Simaudio W-6 User Manual

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MOON W-6 Mono Power Amplifier 
 
 
Installation Tips 
 
 
The MOON W-6 Mono 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-6 uses two large toroidal transformers in its power supply. Even though they are 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-6, 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-6 on 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-6 to 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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