Please read and follow the instructions in this owner’s guide. That should ensure proper operation and performance of your speakers. For your records The label on the bottom of each 701 speaker shows the serial number. Serial numbers Date of purchase Retailer’s name...
To clean your speakers ... 8 Troubleshooting ... 8 How to troubleshoot problems ... 8 Warranty ... 9 Warranty information ... 9 Technical Information ... 9 Technical information ... 9 For Service ... 10 ® To contact Bose ... 10 AM172642_03_V.pdf December 20, 2001...
Direct/Reflecting speakers re-create a natural balance of reflected and direct sound energy for an open, spacious performance. As with all Bose is meant to bring you high quality listening pleasure. For instance, there are distinct left and right speakers, to make the most of your room acoustics. And the multi-chamber bass enclosure in each one reproduces low frequencies free of audible distortion.
They are designed as floorstanding speakers only. To prevent injury to children and pets, and to protect your speaker investment, do not place your 701 speakers in high traffic areas where they can be accidentally knocked over.
You will need thicker wire if your speakers will be more than 30 feet from a receiver or amplifier. Refer to the “Wire recommendations” under “Technical Information,” or contact ® your authorized Bose dealer for more information. To run speaker wire through a wall or under a floor Make sure you have enough wire to reach from the receiver to each speaker.
Left Speaker – Stereo Amplifier or Receiver – + Left Output Check the connections Make sure that no loose strands of wire touch across terminals. Bridged wires can short circuit and damage the speakers or components. Tighten any loose connections before you plug in the receiver or amplifier and turn it on.
3. Use the chart below as troubleshooting guidelines. If this does not solve your ® problem, contact your Bose dealer to arrange for service. Or use the “For Service” information listed on page 10. Bose Corporation will make every effort to remedy any problem within the terms of your warranty. Problem Possible cause One speaker doesn’t play...
5-year transferable warranty. Details of the coverage are provided on the warranty card that came with your speakers. Please fill out the information section on your card, detach, and mail to Bose. Technical information Features ®...
For Service To contact Bose ® Use the information below to contact Bose directly with questions or requests. Please use the address for your country when you complete and mail in your Warranty Registration card. Bose Corporation, The Mountain Framingham, MA 01701-9168...
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