Hartke KB 12, KB 15 User manual
Kickback KB12 / Kickback KB15
Bass Guitar Combos
Owner's Manual
Important Safety Information
RISQUE DE CHOC ÉLECTRONIQUE -
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
AS THERE ARE NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
NE PAS OUVRIR
This lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle
is intended to alert the user to the presence of non-insulated “dangerous
voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert
the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
EMC Notice
Kickback KB12 and Kickback KB15 are Active Speakers for professional use, they can be used in
following electromagnetic environment: residential, commercial and light industrial, urban outdoors.
They are the apparatus Not intended for rack mounting.
• For the Kickback Amplifier, the peak inrush current equals to 4.1A.
FCC Notice
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)this device may not cause harmful interference,and (2)this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference
to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
ATTENTION
If you want to dispose this product, do not mix it with general household waste. There is a
separate collection system for used electronic products in accordance with legislation that
requires proper treatment, recovery and recycling.
Private household in the 28 member states of the EU, in Switzerland and Norway may re-
retailer (if you purchase a similar new one).
For Countries not mentioned above, please contact your local authorities for a correct method of
disposal.
By doing so you will ensure that your disposed product undergoes the necessary treatment, recovery
and recycling and thus prevent potential negative effects on the environment and human health.
turn their used electronic products free of charge to designated collection facilities or to a
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Important Safety Information
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug. A polarized
plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two
blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided
for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician
for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at the plugs,
convenience receptacles, and at the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use
caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury
from tip-over.
13. Unplug the apparatus during lightening storms or when unused for long periods of
time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Service is required when the apparatus has
been damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has
been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
15. This appliance shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing water and that no object
filled with liquid such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus.
16. Caution-to prevent electrical shock, match wide blade plug wide slot fully insert.
17. Please keep a good ventilation environment around the entire unit.
Kickback Series Combos
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Hydrive Kickback KB12 or Kickback KB15 Bass Combo
from Hartke! We know you don’t like reading owners manuals, but you’ve just purchased
one of the finest bass combos around, and we want to tell you about it. So, before you plug
in and start playing, we’d like to suggest you take just a few moments to scan these pages.
The Kickback Series Combos feature a 500 watt, high-efficiency class-D amplifier. The
Kickback KB12 features a 12” Hydrive Series speaker with a neodymium magnet and
the Kickback KB15 has 15” Hydrive Series speaker with a neodymium magnet. Hartke
Hydrive transducers are a radical change, and improvement, in bass speaker technology.
The unique hybrid cone speaker is constructed using an outside paper cone, producing
deep and warm low frequencies, and an inside aluminum cone which produces mids that
cut, yet are still sweet. The specially designed cabinet which can be used either flat on
the floor or in its “Kickback” position for increased high-end clarity and directionality. The
amplifier design along with neodymium speaker magnets combines tremendous power in
a lightweight design.
In these pages, you’ll find a description of the many features of your Kickback bass
amplifier combo, instructions for setting up and using the amp, plus full specifications. If you purchased the amplifier in the United States you will also find a warranty card enclosed—please follow the instructions so that you can receive technical support and so we can send you updated information about this and other
Hartke and Samson products in the future. Also, be sure to check out our website
(www.hartke.com) for complete information about our full product line.
We recommend you keep the following records for reference, as well as a copy of your
sales receipt.
Serial number: ____________________________________________
Date of purchase: __________________________________________
Dealer name: _____________________________________________
With proper care and maintenance, your Kickback Combo will operate trouble-free for
many years. Should the product ever require servicing, a Return Authorization (RA) number must be obtained before shipping your unit to Samson. Without this number, the unit
will not be accepted. Please call Samson at 1-800-3SAMSON for an RA number prior to
shipping your unit. Please retain the original packing materials and, if possible, return
the unit in its original carton. If your Kickback KB12 or Kickback KB15 was purchased
outside of the United States, contact your local distributor for warranty details and service
information.
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