Bad Cat The Leash User manual

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SERIAL NO._____________________ INVOICE DATE______________________
Last updated: July 30, 2013
Thank you for purchasing The Leash static
audio load. This unique device allows you
to run your guitar amplier continuously
at full power, overdriving your output
tubes and transformer while you dial in
the amount of volume you desire, at the
same time preserving your overall tone.
As with all Bad Cat products, The Leash is
built using the nest components, housed
in a compact, rugged enclosure for years
of reliable service. The Leash boasts fea-
tures exclusive to the industry, including
a 100 RMS watt power rating and an in-
nitely variable rheostat. Bad Cat Amplier
Company is happy to provide a two year
warranty on parts and labor to the original
owner. Save your receipt! A copy must ac-
company unit for any warranty work.
PRECAUTIONS
It is commonly understood that static load
devices can, under certain conditions, be
harmful to the operation of an amplier.
The purchaser should exercise caution
to determine the suitability of this device
for use with peripheral equipment. If you
have any questions in regard to risks or
compatibility, please consult a qualied
technician before using. Bad Cat Amplier
Company is not responsible for collateral
damage to other equipment while using
this device, including but not limited to
damage due to overheating, arcing or
electromechanical failure. Never exceed
the wattage rating of The Leash. The
Leash is not a “dummy load”; never use
The Leash without speaker connected.
Always use approved speaker cable,
at least 18 gauge or larger. NEVER use
shielded guitar cord as a substitute for
speaker cable.
Operating Manual
THE LEASH
MODEL THE LEASH PEDAL:
Armed with Bad Cat’s proprietary Innite Volume Control The Leash provides seamless
volume selection across your ampliers power section. Unlike the attenuators of days
gone by, The Leash will not tame your highs, choke your midrange, nor rob you of your
bass. Whether engaged, or switched to bypass. The Leash is virtually invisible to your
ears, even as you increase or decrease your volume. From growl to prowl, its as simple as
a twist of a knob, in fact that is all there is, one knob! You can reap all of your tube amps
potential without the fear of clicks, pops, radical volume changes, or unwanted noises
whatsoever. From bedroom rockers to the working Cats, the Leash will provide you with
all of your tone at any volume, no compromises!
Previously players had to purchase a different attenuator if they owned cabinets with vari-
ous ohm loads. Not with the Leash, you are free to select between 4, 8, or 16 ohm loads!
The Leash also features dual inputs for your stack ampliers, as well our A/C powered
internal fan cooling, which will ensure a rock solid performance.
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LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY
Bad Cat Ampliers warrantees our amps and cabs against workmanship or defect for
life. The warrantee does not cover tubes or cosmetic damage, or wear and tear or abuse.
This warrantee is transferable. Lifetime transferable warranty is only for North American
sales. Please see your local dealer and distributor for warranty information. Modifying or
altering the amp in any way voids the warrantee. Shipping to and from the warranty repair
center is the responsibility of the customer.
We have a new Lifetime Warranty on all new amps leaving the factory. We are extending
the Lifetime Warranty to all of our pre acquisition amps for $249. Simply send the unit
back to us and we will have one our technicians go through it from the ground up. And to
top it all off, we will pay for the shipping back to you. For more information please contact
us at [e-mail] or directly at 800-730-0966.
When RETURNING merchandise to the factory, you must call for a return authorization
number.
HELP SECTION
1) AMP WILL NOT TURN ON
Check the power to the amp. Check for tripped circuit breakers, unplugged extension
cords or power-strip switches that may be turned off. Check the fuse. If a dark brownish
color or no wire can be seen within the glass tube, then replace.The amp may be perfectly
ne but occasionally a fuse may blow because of high AC voltage surges. After the fuse
has been replaced with the proper Slow Blow value and if the fuse fails again, the amp
will require servicing.
2) NO OUTPUT with POWER light ON
Tubes damaged in shipping will be the primary reason for your amp to not function
properly. Please give us a call to help guide you through this simple repair.
3) KEEP YOUR AMP LOOKING NEW
Use a damp cloth to wipe the controls on the front & rear chassis panels.Wipe the black
vinyl covering with a damp cloth.
IMPORTANT!
FOR YOUR PROTECTION, PLEASE READ
THE FOLLOWING:
WATER AND MOISTURE: Appliance should
not be used near water (near a bathtub,
washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a
wet basement, or near a swimming pool,
etc). Care should be taken so that objects
do not fall and liquids are not spilled into
the enclosure through openings.
POWER SOURCES: The appliance should
be connected to a power supply only of
the type described in the operating in-
structions or as marked on the unit.
GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION: Precau-
tions should be taken so that the ground-
ing or polarization means of an appliance
is not defeated.
POWER CORD PROTECTION: Power sup-
ply cords should be routed so that they
are not likely to be walked on or pinched
by items placed upon or against them,
paying particular attention to cords at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the
point where they exit from the appliance.
SERVICING: The user should not attempt
to service the unit beyond that described
in the operating instructions. All other
servicing should be referred to qualied
service personnel.
FUSING: If your unit is equipped with a
fuse receptacle, replace only with the
same type fuse. Refer to replacement
text on the unit for correct fuse type.
This symbol is intended to alert
the user to the presence of
uninsulated “dangerous
voltage” within the product’s enclosure that
may be of sufcient magnitude to constitute
a risk of electric shock to persons.
This symbol is intended to
alert the user to the presence
of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL!
THIS UNIT CONTAINS HIGH VOLTAGE INSIDE!
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BAD CAT HOLDINGS LLC. USA
Operation
The Leash is easy to use. Just follow these simple steps for years of trouble-free service. Your equipment should be “OFF” while connecting. Plug your
amplier into the jack marked “AMP” and your speaker into the jack marked “SPEAKER”. Now, turn on your amplier. The In/Out switch is true-bypass.
There is a small amount of insertion loss when switching the device “In” (typically1db). Set the Ohms selector to match the output impedance of your
amplier and the Ohms rating of your speaker. Using a mismatched load will result in degraded performance. For best results in any case, always match
the Ohms selector to the amplier. To help with Ohms calculation, the two speaker jacks are wired in parallel (for use with additional cabinets). The
large knob on the front controls your overall balance between speaker load, from whisper quiet to maximum loudness. The Leash dissipates unused
audio power by converting it to heat. An AC power cord operates a cooling fan located at the top of the housing. This fan allows The Leash to operate at
maximum efciency under all playing conditions. To prevent damage to The Leash or your amplier, it is absolutely essential that the onboard cooling
fan be operating whenever The Leash is in use.
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