JBL Charge 3, Service Manual

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 a 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 is 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 plugs, convenience receptacles and 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 this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14.  Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing 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, or the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally or has been dropped.

15.  Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, 

are placed on the apparatus.

16.  To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC Mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug from the AC 

receptacle.

17.  The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily operable.
18.  Do not expose batteries to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.

For Products That Transmit and 
Receive RF Energy:

FCC Regulations (USA Only)

FCC Information For Users

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. 

Radio and Television Interference

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 interference to radio 
or television reception, which can be determined by turning 
the equipment off and then on, the user is encouraged to try 
to correct the interference by one or more of the following 
measures: 

•

Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver. 

•

Connect the equipment to a different outlet so that the
equipment and receiver are on different branch circuits. 

•

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician
for help.

NOTE:

 Changes or modifications not expressly approved 

by Harman could void the user’s authority to operate the 
equipment.

IC Statement and Warning (Canada Only)

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-
003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la 
norme NMB-003 du Canada.

For Canadian Model

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian 
ICES-003.

Modèle pour les Canadien

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la 
norme NMB-003 du Canada.

For Products with Radio Receivers 
That Can Use an External Antenna:

CATV or Antenna Grounding

If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to this 
product, be certain that it is grounded so as to provide some 
protection against voltage surges and static charges. Section 
810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, 
provides information with respect to proper grounding of the 
mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire 
to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, 
location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding 
electrodes and requirements of the grounding electrode. 

Note to CATV System Installer:

This reminder is provided to call the CATV (cable TV) system 
installer’s attention to article 820-40 of the NEC, which 
provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, 
specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the 
grounding system of the building, as close to the point of 
cable entry as possible.

For CD/DVD/Blu-ray Disc

™

 Players:

Caution:

This product uses a laser system. To prevent direct exposure 
to the laser beam, do not open the cabinet enclosure or defeat 
any of the safety mechanisms provided for your protection. 
DO NOT STARE INTO THE LASER BEAM. To ensure proper use 
of this product, please read the owner’s manual carefully and 
retain it for future use. Should the unit require maintenance 
or repair, please contact your local Harman Kardon service 
center. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. 

For Products That Include Batteries:

Instructions for Users on Removal and Disposal of 
Used Batteries.

CAUTION

Risk of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type.

Alkaline batteries are considered nonhazardous. 
Rechargeable batteries (i.e., nickel cadmium, nickel metal-
hydride, lithium and lithium-ion) are considered hazardous 
household materials and may pose an unnecessary health 
and safety risk.

In the European Union and other locations, it is illegal to 
dispose of any battery with household trash. All batteries 
must be disposed of in an environmentally sound manner. 
Contact your local waste management officials for information 
regarding the environmentally sound collection, recycling and 
disposal of used batteries.

To remove the batteries from your equipment or remote 
control, reverse the procedure described for inserting 
batteries in the owner’s manual.

For products with a built-in battery that lasts for the lifetime of 
the product, removal may not be possible for the user. In this 
case, recycling or recovery centers handle the dismantling of 
the product and the removal of the battery. If, for any reason, it 
becomes necessary to replace such a battery, this procedure 
must be performed by authorized service centers.

Important Safety Instructions

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT OPEN.

THE LIGHTNING FLASH WITH AN ARROWHEAD SYMBOL, 
WITHIN AN EQUILATERAL TRIANGLE, IS INTENDED TO 
ALERT THE USER TO THE PRESENCE OF UNINSULATED 
“DANGEROUS VOLTAGE” WITHIN THE PRODUCT’S 
ENCLOSURE THAT MAY BE OF SUFFICIENT MAGNITUDE TO 
CONSTITUTE A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK TO PERSONS.

THE EXCLAMATION POINT WITHIN AN EQUILATERAL 
TRIANGLE IS INTENDED TO ALERT THE USER TO 
THE PRESENCE OF IMPORTANT OPERATING AND 
MAINTENANCE (SERVICING) INSTRUCTIONS IN THE 
LITERATURE ACCOMPANYING THE PRODUCT.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC 
SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR 
MOISTURE.

BDS 270 / BDS 570 

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