Linn Lingo Owners Manual

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Year 2000 Compliance Linn has used all reasonable endeavours to ensure that the software in the products manufactured by it is capable of normal operation before, during and after 1 January 2000 and in respect of past, present and future dates without replacement, alteration or upgrade (Year 2000 Compliant). Linn, however, gives no express warranties, representations or undertakings and to the maximum extent permitted hereby excludes any terms, warranties, representations or undertakings implied by law to that effect. Linn cannot give any warranties, representations or undertakings that non Linn software is or will be Year 2000 Compliant or that Linns software will be Year 2000 Compliant if used in conjunction with non Linn products, systems or software. The Purchaser, Installer, Retailer or Distributor will be solely responsible for ensuring that Linns software will be Year 2000 Compliant when used in conjunction with such non Linn software, systems or products and for any failure if it is not Year 2000 Compliant in such circumstances. Except to the extent implied by law and which by law cannot be excluded, Linn shall not be liable to any party for any costs, claims, losses (including indirect and consequential losses) or liabilities arising from the failure of Linns software to be Year 2000 Compliant if used in conjunction with non Linn products, systems or software.

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General Safety Instructions:1. Read Instructions. Read the safety and operating instructions before operating the appliance. 2. Retain Instructions. Retain the safety and operating instructions for future reference. 3. Heed Warnings. Observe all warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions. 4. Follow Instructions. Follow all operating and use instructions. 5. Water and Moisture. Don not use the appliance near water, for example near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool and the like. 6. Carts and Stands. Use only with a a cart or stand that is recommended by the manufacturer. 6a. An appliance and cart combination should be used with care. Quick stops, excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn. 7. Wall or Ceiling Mounting. Mount to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer. 8. Ventilation. Site the appliance so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. For example the appliance should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings; or placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow of air through the ventilation openings. 9. Heat. Site the appliance away from heat sources such as radiators, heaters, stoves or other appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 10. Power Sources. Connect the appliance to a power supply only the type described in the operating instructions or marked on the appliance. 11. Grounding or Polarisation. 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 are provided for your safety. When the provided plug does not fit your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. 12. Power Cord Protection. Route power cords 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, power sockets and at the point where they exit from the appliance. 13. Protective Attachment Plug. As a safety feature the product is equipped with an attachment plug containing overload protection. See the instruction manual about resetting or replacing the plug. Should the plug need replacing ensure that a replacement is used which has the same overload protection as the original. 14. Cleaning. The product should be cleaned only as recommended by them manufacturer. 15. Power Lines. An outdoor antenna should be located away from power lines. 16. Outdoor Antenna Grounding. If an outdoor antenna is connected to the tuner/receiver ensure that the antenna system is grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and static build up. In the USAsee article 810 of the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA70 concerning installation requirements 17. Non use periods. Unplug the power cord from the outlet in the event of lightning storms or if the product will be unused for a long period of time. 18. Objects an d liquid entry. Take care not to let objects or liquids fall into the product. 19. Damage requiring Service. The product should be serviced by qualified personnel if: a. the power cord or plug has been damaged. b. objects have fallen into the product. c. the product has been exposed to rain. d. the product does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in operation. e. the product has been dropped or the enclosure damaged. 20. Servicing. Dont attempt to service the product beyond that described in the operating instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel. Mains plug replacement: Should your mains plug need replacing and you are competent to do this proceed as follows. If you are in doubt contact your Linn retailer or a competent electrician. a) Disconnect the plug from the mains supply. b) Cut off the plug and dispose of it safely. A plug with bared conductors is dangerous if engaged in a live socket. c) Only fit a 13 Amp BS1363A approved plug with a 5 Amp fuse (for countries using 220V / 240V main supply). d) The cable wire colours or a letter will be marked at the connection point of most quality plugs. Attach the wires securely to their respective points. The Brown wire must go to the Live pin, the Blue wire must go to the Neutral pin and the Green/Yellow wire must go to the Earth pin. e) Before replacing the plug top ensure that the cable restraint is holding the outer sheath of the cable firmly and that the wires are correctly connected. WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.