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I am looking for a wiring diagram for a Rittenhouse, Spartan Electric, Fayettevile NC C8845 unit which is 30 to 35 years old. It seems to be either able to use two D cells or 16V transformer but I am got sure how to wire it up. Any ideas? Thanks.
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Our current cover is kind of an almond color. After remodeling our living room, all of the vents, outlets, etc. have been done in white. Would it be possible to purchase a white cover to replace the almond one for our door chime? What would the cost be?Please respond even if not available before I r…Purchase or Repair: 
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The reception is pretty poor and weak on the volume. Do your know if there is an transisterized replacement receiver that will fit into the 1970\'s model. Thanks, David......
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Bell is connected to two doors. The front door works fine. The rear door won't ring at all. Can't tell what might be disconnected. Any ideas would be a big help. Thanks.Ken Bentham
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Our house came with this intercom system. Very Old I suspect. Is there anyone who could furnish me with a copy of the ownual\'s manual-instructions? Paul
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The installation manual has been misplaced and I am not sure which wires go to which connection. There is a red wire, a black wire, and a yellow with a green wire. The places to connect are for the front, rear, and transformer. Please advise. Also, there is a possibility that the transformer doesn\'…Purchase or Repair: 
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We are experiencing a critical issue with the Rittenhouse C8578-1 135-7351-01 door chime production line. The key component responsible for the chime sound is malfunctioning, leading to a complete halt in production. Immediate repair service is required to resume operations swiftly. Please address t…Purchase or Repair: 
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I get typically one of three chimes to sound when the doorbell is rung, occassionally 2 followed by a buzzing sound. Some of the wires were loose and I tightened them, but still don\'t get all the tones. Any ideas on what to do to get all three chimes to ring?
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I have a schematic for Models M7010, M7011, M7012, M7020. The document also has AM Alignment, FM Alignment, Troubleshooting chart, and list of replacement parts for printed circuit board.
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I purchased a home in Honeoye Falls, NY. It has an RCM 3 intercom that works and I would like to get a manual for it. Is it possible to get instructions for it?
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Was working well until I sanded and painted the kitchen. I took the chimes down to paint, put them back and nothing works. I get voltage coming in but it doesn\'t move anything.
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The door chime is not working properly in that some of the hammers are not striking properly. sometimes they reach the tubes and sometimes not. They are all active but not as strong as they should be .I have turned down the adjuster and none strike and when turned up, it is as I have described . The…Purchase or Repair: 
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plungers have stopped (tried lube) is model w clock can they be replaced by myself or must this be done by a pro or can the entire panel be more easily replaced thank you
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My manual says 4-8 Note Chime Models (534, 535, 552, 577, 618, 633). I don't know which one I have. It has long chime tubes and a clock on top. The door bell works great, but the clock doesn't.
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I have a Rittenhouse 550, 551 doorbell chime.The unit itself works fine. What I am missing (which someone was supposed to nor trash) is the transformer that sequences the chimes. Do you have a transformer for this that will work? And if so, obviously, what would one cost?Thank you for taking the tim…Purchase or Repair: 
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how do we get this old door chime to work again?we\'re already replacing the batteries, what else should we do?thanks
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I’m in need of a sequence timer for the above mentioned Emerson Rittenhouse clock/chimePlease advise on getting 1 of them by email or by calling me at 617/590-3509New or reconditioned
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We installed our Rittenhouse intercom system in 1978 when we built our new home. The speakers look out of date and would like a better main unit. We have 4 outside units, and 7 speakers.Can we purchase new units and still use the same wiring? Would appreciate a response ASAP. Thanks Jim MannP.S. Ple…Purchase or Repair: 
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I have a emerson rittenhouse rcm 4 main unit with IR6 speakers throughout a house i purchased and am interested in upgrading the entire system. Is there a replacement system where it can be changed out?It will be a few months before I am ready to do it, but am trying to look at options and replaceme…Purchase or Repair: 
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Wee have an Emerson Rittenhouse doorbell model #RC552-1. The motor has fried itself. Can you repair? Thank you. H - (805) 685-2317
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A friend of mine has a doorbell that i am hoping to repair and would like to find the wiring diagram for it if possible. The only tag I can find on it saysArtolier Lighting & Sound Div. Emerson Electric Co. Rittenhouse Operations Honeoye Falls NY 14472 Model RC203 or RC208 Volt 10 There are three te…Purchase or Repair: ...
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I have an older system, it was still working but when a water pipe broke behind my kitchen wall, it soaked the unit and ruined it. I want to know how much it would cost to have it replaced so I can get back the intercom and music function. Thank youAlbert Brien
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I have renovated my house. I have a Model RC577 chime that is not working. I seem to have all the parts, 4 chimes, motor, etc.Please help me figure out how to repair.thank you
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4 Chime Doorbell With Clock .I Need Instriution Manual and wiring DiagramArtolier Lighting & Sound Div. Emerson Electric Co. Rittenhouse Operations Honeoye Falls NY 14472 Model C8633
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We purchased our present home in 1998. It was custom built in 1983 with many upgrades that were available at that time. Unfortunately since we have lived here the system does not work. The main unit is 17\' wide and 9\" tall. There are 12 units scattered throughout the house. They each measure 7.5\"…Purchase or Repair: 
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The unit works, but possibly in need of some service. The AM radio works , but no FM. There is a bit of background noise in the system.
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I have my radio-intercom since 1969--In hasn\'t worked for about three years. I have two stations.
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My rittenhouse chime is about 15 years old and I would like to get it repair. I would like to know who can repairs it.
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When you press our door bell button a chime is not coming out of the box in the outlet.
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Only one of four chimes works, although we detect a faint electronic buzzing, in sequence, of the other three. For example, we hear Chime A, buzz, buzz, pause, buzz, buzz, Chime A. As cover has been lost, we suspect dust and grime is keeping the other hammers from working.Can the unit be cleaned and…Purchase or Repair: 
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Do you sell parts? I am looking for a replacement potentiometer for an Emerson-Rittenhouse RC 633. It is labeled Clarostat 140-6747/ 135-51.
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I have had this for almost 50 years and the clock does not work, for some unknown reason, and the chimes are weak sounding and miss at times. I need help. Can this be repaired?
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Hi, I just moved into house with Artolier Musician M7011 by Rittenhouse which doesn\'t work. I know you don\'t know why it doesn\'t work but any ballpark guesses at repair cost if I ship it to you? My zip is 516539 thx
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I have a very old doorbell/ clock combination. The Model # is 450. The chimes work but not the clock. Since it is installed into the wall is there one the will replace using the same insert?
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I have a Rittenhouse Model S7806 Smoke/Fire detector system in my 3-level condo. It was there when I moved in so there is no manual for it.My problem is, after a thunder and lightening storm the other day, I came home to find all 3 units ringing. The only way I could silence them was to switch off t…Purchase or Repair: 
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I have a Rittenhouse Emerson Elec Model C8326 (perhaps 1960's) that has stopped working today. The chimes and housing seem okay, but the mechanism and bell button are old and worn out. Do you have replacement parts - and at what cost?
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I have an old rittenhouse 7021 (I think) it is from 1978. It needs a new from cover and the dial to change the stations doesn\'t work. Otherwise it works. Can it be fixed and about how much?
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Front door button will only ring one time. Side door button will only ring one time. Want front door to ring two times (ding-dong). Don\'t see how to wire it right.
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Dear Sir: I\'m looking for a electric schamitic for an Emerson Rittenhouse intercom Model rm20/rm22. Any help in this matter would be appropriated. Thank You, JAY
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My mom and dad has an old (approx.37yrs) rittenhouse intercom system and they need a replacement bulb for the main unit. I\'ve tried searchingonline but since mom nor dad know the exact part # i\'m having no luck.Dad said it was a low wattage pilot lamp?? GE19 or R19???? Any help you can offer would…Purchase or Repair: 
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I have a RM-2 or a M9401 rittnhouse intercom I need a manual or schematic.any ideas where to locate.Don
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some ONE TOOK MY 577 Apart, I need a picture of how the Chimes goback on the unitTHANKS
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