REL subs with Rowland Amplifiers


I'm having issues connecting my REL Carbon limited subwoofer to my Jeff Rowland 625 S2 amplifier via the high-level input. I connected my sub according to REL's instructions...yellow lead to positive on one channel, red lead to positive on the other channel, and floating the black wire(ground). I get minimum output when connected according to the instructions. When I use the low level input, the output is sufficient and the sub sounds great. Per my conversation with Jeff Rowland I need to ground the black wire by loosening a screw on the amplifier and connecting the black wire, but if it isn't properly grounded I may damage my amplifier. Is there anyone that owns a REL with Jeff Rowland 625 S2 amplifier or other balanced differential amplifier? If so, how do you connect your REL via the high-level input. Is there an easier way to ground the wire than unscrewing the screw on my amplifier. I just don't want to unscrew the screw and prefer another method of grounding the sub.   
ricred1

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@ ricred1 that’s why I asked if your amp was class d. I knew that had been an issue.  As you know I’m a huge fan of rel subs. I think they are the best. I hope you can get the connection you need. 
Ricred1 I have a 212se. I like the rel because of nuance. It gives you enough bass but it doesn’t distract from the music. You hear low level bass strings better. The bass melts into the music perfectly for me and it helps the lower midrange a little so it is a smooth transition. I’m thinking of getting an addition 212se