Linn DEKODA, Owner'S Manual

Important Safety Information

Explanation of symbols used in this manual and on the product:

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous 
voltages within the enclosure  sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operation,  

maintenance and servicing information in the instruction and service manuals.

CAUTION

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER.
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
REPLACE THE MAINS FUSE IN THE PLUG WITH ONE OF THE SAME TYPE AND RATING.

DISCONNECT SUPPLY CORD BEFORE CHANGING FUSE.

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.

SHOCK HAZARD. DO NOT OPEN.

MAINS PLUGS

This appliance is supplied with a non-rewireable mains plug for the intended country.
Replacement mains leads can be obtained from your Linn retailer. Should you need to change
the plug please dispose of it carefully. 
A plug with bared conductors is dangerous if engaged in a live socket.
The Brown wire must be connected to the Live (Line) supply pin.
The Blue wire must be connected to the Neutral supply pin.
The Green/Yellow wire must be connected to the Earth (Ground) supply pin.
Please contact your retailer or a competent electrician if you are in any doubt.
Disconnect the product from the mains supply using the mains plug.
The mains plug must be accessible at all times.

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.

Do not use the appliance near water, for example near a bathtub, wash

bowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool and the like.

6. Carts and stands.

Use only with 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 of the type described in the

operating instructions or marked on the appliance.

11. Grounding or polarisation.

Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarised or grounding

type plug. A polarised 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. When the provided plug does not fit into 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 attach-

ment 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 the 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 USA see article 810 of the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70 con-
cerning installation requirements.

17. Lightning storms.

Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long

periods of time.

18. Objects and liquid entry.

Do not let objects or liquids fall into the product.Do not expose

the product to dripping or splashing. Do not place a vessel containing liquid on top of 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 or liquid 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.

Do not attempt to service the product beyond that described in the operating

instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.

UK USERS PLEASE READ THIS IMPORTANT SAFETY 
INFORMATION

Fuse replacement 

This appliance is fitted with a non-rewireable 13 Amp mains plug.The plug contains a 5 Amp fuse.
If the fuse has blown it can be replaced as follows:

a) Pull out the red fuse cover/carrier.
b) Remove and dispose of the blown fuse.
c) Fit a new 5 Amp BS1362 approved fuse into the carrier and push the carrier back into

the plug.

Always ensure the fuse cover is fitted. If the fuse cover is missing do not use the plug. Contact
your Linn retailer to obtain a replacement fuse cover. Fuses are for fire protection and do not
protect against electric shock.

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.
d) The cable wire colours or a letter will be marked at the connection points 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.

CE Declaration of Conformity

Linn Products Ltd declare that this product is in conformance with the Low Voltage Directive
73/23/EEC and Electromagnetic Compatibility 89/336/EEC as amended by 92/31/EEC and
93/68/EEC..
The conformity of the designated product with the provisions of Directive number 73/23/EEC
(LVD) is proved by full compliance with the 
following standards:

Standard number          Date of issue            Test type

EN60065                        2002                         General requirements

Marking
Hazardous radiation  
Heating under normal conditions
Shock hazards under normal o perating 
conditions
Insulation requirements
Fault conditions
Mechanical strength
Parts connected to the mains supply
Components
Terminal devices
External flexible cords
Electrical connections and mechanical fixings
Protection against electric shock
Stability and mechanical hazards
Resistance to fire

The conformity of the designated product with the provisions of Directive number 89/336/EEC
(EMC) is proved by full compliance with the following standards:

Standard number          Date of issue            Test type

EN55013                         2001                          Conducted emissions
EN55013                         2001                          Absorbed emissions 
EN55020                        2002                          Immunity

FCC notice

NOTE:

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 instruc-
tions,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 antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into 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.

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