June 16, 2004
Name
of product:
Linn Power Amplifiers and Linn Melodik Bass Extension Loudspeaker System
Units: About 2,157 units
Distributor: Linn Inc., of Jacksonville, Fla.
Hazard: The amplifier’s capacitors can overheat, blow a fuse, and damage
the products to which they are connected, presenting a fire hazard.
Description: The Linn AV5150 2-Channel Power Amplifier comes in black or
silver and is 3 inches by 15 inches by 14 inches; all serial numbers of this
model are recalled. The Linn LK240 Single-Channel Power Amplifier comes in
black or silver and is 3 inches by 12 ½ inches by 12 ¾ inches; all serial
numbers of this model are recalled. The Linn AV5150 Melodik Bass Extension
Loudspeaker System comes in black ash, American cherry, or maple and is 19
inches by 25 inches by 19 inches; only serial numbers 1001 to 714451 are
recalled. The model numbers and serial numbers are on the front panel, printed
on the bottom of the product, or on the control panel near the main power
supply.
Sold at: Specialty retail stores throughout the U.S. and Canada from May
1996 through December 2003 for about $1895 (AV5150); $1300 (LK240); and
$4265-$4950 (AV5150 Melodik).
Manufactured in: Scotland.
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the amplifiers immediately and
contact Linn Inc. at (800) 595-6770 for information on how to obtain free
repair of the recalled product.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Linn Inc. toll-
free at (800) 595-6770 anytime.