BOSE 883848 SoundLink Max Portable Speaker Instruction Manual

: June 1, 2024
: Bose

Table of Contents

BOSE 883848 SoundLink Max Portable Speaker
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
Frequently Asked Questions
Important Safety Instructions
Regulatory and Legal Information
Product Security
References
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BOSE 883848 SoundLink Max Portable Speaker

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Product Information

Specifications:

Product Name: Bose SoundLink Max Portable Speaker
Compliance: Directive 2014/53/EU, Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016, Radio Equipment Regulations 2017
Frequency Band: 2400 to 2483.5 MHz
Transmit Power: Less than 20 dBm EIRP
Safety: Contains small parts, magnetic material, rechargeable lithium-ion battery

Product Usage Instructions

Safety Instructions:

Do not block ventilation openings. Install following the manufacturer’s instructions.
Rinse with fresh water if exposed to salt or chlorinated water. Ensure the connector port is fully dried before charging.
Use only manufacturer-specified attachments/accessories.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel if the apparatus malfunctions or is physically damaged.

Warnings and Cautions:

Contains small parts that may pose a choking hazard for children under age 3.
Consult your physician regarding the effect of magnetic material on implantable medical devices.
Changes not approved by Bose Corporation may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Disposal Instructions:

Do not remove the rechargeable lithium-ion battery. Contact a local Bose retailer or professional for recycling/disposal.
Properly dispose of used batteries following local regulations. Do not incinerate.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I submerge the speaker in water?

A: No, do not submerge the speaker in water. If exposed to salt or chlorinated water, rinse gently with fresh water.

Q: Can children under age 3 use this product?

A: This product contains small parts that may be a choking hazard, so it is not suitable for children under age 3.

Q: How can I dispose of the product?

A: Do not attempt to remove the rechargeable battery. Contact a local Bose retailer or professional for proper disposal. Follow local regulations for battery disposal.

Please read and keep all safety and use instructions.
Refer to the owner’s guide for more information about your Bose SoundLink Max Portable Speaker ( including accessories and replacement parts) at support.Bose.com/sl-max or contact Bose customer service for a printed copy.

Bose Corporation hereby declares that this product complies with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU and all other applicable EU directive requirements. The complete declaration of conformity can be found at: www.Bose.com/compliance
This product conforms to all applicable Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016 and all other applicable UK regulations. The complete declaration of conformity can be found at: www.Bose.com/compliance
Bose Corporation hereby declares that this product complies with the essential requirements of Radio Equipment Regulations 2017 and all applicable UK regulations. The complete declaration of conformity can be found at:
www.Bose.com/compliance

Important Safety Instructions

Do not block any ventilation openings. Install under the manufacturer’s instructions.
If the speaker is exposed to salt or chlorinated water, gently rinse with fresh water following the exposure to remove residue. Make sure the connector port is fully dried out before charging.
Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus does not operate normally or has been physically damaged.

WARNINGS/CAUTIONS

This product contains magnetic material. Consult your physician on whether this might affect your implantable medical device.
Keep the product away from fire and heat sources. Do NOT place naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, on or near the product.
Do NOT make unauthorized alterations to this product.
Use this product only with an agency-approved power supply that meets local regulatory requirements (e.g., UL, CSA, VDE, CCC).
The battery provided with this product may present a risk of fire, explosion or chemical burn if mishandled, incorrectly replaced or replaced with an incorrect type.
Do not expose products containing batteries to excessive heat (e.g. from storage in direct sunlight, fire or the like).
If the battery leaks, do not allow the liquid to come in contact with the skin or eyes. If contact is made, seek medical advice.
The product label is located on the bottom of the product.

Regulatory and Legal Information

NOTE:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, according 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 under 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 product or antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
Connect the equipment to 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.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Bose Corporation could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

This device complies with FCC and ISED Canada radiation exposure limits set forth for the general population. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 cm between the radiator and your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B)

For Europe:
The frequency band of operation is 2400 to 2483.5 MHz. | Maximum transmit power less than 20 dBm EIRP.

This symbol means the product must not be discarded as household waste, and should be delivered to an appropriate collection facility for recycling. Proper disposal and recycling help protect natural resources, human health and the environment. For more information on the disposal and recycling of this product, contact your local municipality, disposal service, or the shop where you bought this product.

Low-power Radio-frequency Devices Technical Regulations:
Without permission granted by the NCC, any company, enterprise, or user is not allowed to change frequency, enhance transmitting power or alter original characteristics as well as performance to approved low-power radio-frequency devices. The low-power radio-frequency devices shall not influence aircraft security and interfere with legal communications; If found, the user shall cease operating immediately until no interference is achieved. The said legal communications means radio communications are operated in compliance with the Telecommunications Management Act. The low-power radio-frequency devices must be susceptible to interference from legal communications or ISM radio wave- radiated devices. The low-power radio-frequency devices must be susceptible with interference from legal communications or ISM radio wave-radiated devices.

DON’T attempt to remove the rechargeable lithium-ion battery from this product. Contact your local Bose retailer or other qualified professional for recycling and disposal.

Please dispose of used batteries properly, following local regulations. Do not incinerate.

Date of Manufacture: The eighth digit in the serial number indicates the year of manufacture; “4” is 2014 or 2024.
China Importer: Bose Electronics (Shanghai) Company Limited, Level 6, Tower D, No. 2337 Gudai Rd. Minhang District, Shanghai 201100 | EU Importer: Bose Products B.V., Gorslaan 60, 1441 RG Purmerend, The Netherlands |
Mexico Importer: Bose de México S. de R.L. de C.V., Avenida Prado Sur #150, Piso 2, Interior 222 y 223, Colonia Lomas de Chapultepec V Sección, Miguel Hidalgo, Ciudad de México, C.P. 11000 Phone Number: +5255 (5202) 3545 |
Taiwan Importer: Bose Limited Taiwan Branch (H.K.), 9F., No.10, Sec. 3, Minsheng E. Road, Zhongshan Dist. Taipei City 10480, Taiwan Phone Number: +886-2-2514 7676 | UK Importer: Bose Limited, Bose House, Quayside Chatham Maritime, Chatham, Kent, ME4 4QZ, United Kingdom
Input Rating: 5/9/15/20V =, 3A Max. | Output Rating: 5V =, 3A

This product is covered by a limited warranty from Bose, available at worldwide.Bose.com/Warranty.

License Disclosures:
To view the license disclosures that apply to the third-party software packages included as components of the Bose SoundLink Max Portable Speaker, use the Bose app. You can access this information from the Settings menu.

Apple, the Apple logo, iPad, and iPhone are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc. The trademark “iPhone” is used in Japan with a license from Aiphone K.K.
Use of the Made for Apple badge means that an accessory has been designed to connect specifically to the Apple product(s) identified in the badge, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
Use of the Works with Apple badge means that an accessory has been designed to work specifically with the technology identified in the badge and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards.
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Bose Corporation is under license.
Google, Android, and Google Play are trademarks of Google LLC.
Snapdragon Sound is a product of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries. Qualcomm, Snapdragon and Snapdragon Sound are trademarks or registered trademarks of Qualcomm Incorporated.
USB Type-C® and USB-C® are registered trademarks of USB Implementers Forum.
Bose, the B logo, SimpleSync, and SoundLink are trademarks of Bose Corporation. | Bose Corporation Headquarters: 1-877-230-5639 | ©2024 Bose Corporation. No part of this work may be reproduced, modified, distributed, or otherwise used without prior written permission.

Please complete and retain it for your records
The serial number is located on the back of the speaker. The model number is located on the bottom of the speaker.

Serial number: ___
Model number: 442368

Please keep your receipt. Now is a good time to register your Bose product. You can easily do this by going to worldwide.Bose.com/ProductRegistration.

Product Security

Bose Corporation hereby declares that the Bose SoundLink Max Portable Speaker complies with the Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure Act 2022. This statement of compliance declares that all security requirement regulations have been met and the product security software will be supported through 14/05/2027.