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AT-LP60X Belt Installation

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AT-LP60X Belt Installation

Introduction

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This guide is used to properly install the belt on the AT-LP60X (or similar models). Proper installation of the belt can resolve lack of spinning conditions.

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    1. AT-LP60X Belt Installation, Setup: step 1, image 1 of 3 AT-LP60X Belt Installation, Setup: step 1, image 2 of 3 AT-LP60X Belt Installation, Setup: step 1, image 3 of 3
      • Disconnect the power from the turntable.

      • Raise the dust cover.

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    2. AT-LP60X Belt Installation, Removing Platter: step 2, image 1 of 2 AT-LP60X Belt Installation, Removing Platter: step 2, image 2 of 2
      • Remove the slipmat from the platter.

      • Pull the platter off by lifting vertically from the two circular holes.

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    3. AT-LP60X Belt Installation, Mount The Belt To Platter: step 3, image 1 of 1
      • Locate the belt.

      • Flip the platter upside-down and place the belt around the inner ring of the platter.

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    4. AT-LP60X Belt Installation, Mounting Platter and Belt: step 4, image 1 of 3 AT-LP60X Belt Installation, Mounting Platter and Belt: step 4, image 2 of 3 AT-LP60X Belt Installation, Mounting Platter and Belt: step 4, image 3 of 3
      • Place the platter back on the center spindle.

      • Spin the platter such that the gold pulley of the motor is showing.

      • Stretch the belt from the platter around the gold pulley of the motor.

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    5. AT-LP60X Belt Installation, Preform Mechanical Reset: step 5, image 1 of 3 AT-LP60X Belt Installation, Preform Mechanical Reset: step 5, image 2 of 3 AT-LP60X Belt Installation, Preform Mechanical Reset: step 5, image 3 of 3
      • Place the slipmat back onto the platter, and press the STOP button.

      • Using your right hand, secure the tone arm in place.

      • [OPTIONAL] Use a twist tie and the built in hook.

      • While the tone arm is secured, use your left hand to slowly spin the platter 10 times clockwise.

      • You should hear a few clicks and pops.

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    6. AT-LP60X Belt Installation, Reconnect Power: step 6, image 1 of 1
      • Remove the twist tie if used to secure the tone arm from Step 5.

      • Reconnect the power supply.

      • The belt installation procedure is now complete - you are ready to try a record!

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    7. AT-LP60X Belt Installation, Common Mistakes: step 7, image 1 of 2 AT-LP60X Belt Installation, Common Mistakes: step 7, image 2 of 2
      • Any twists while installing the belt will cause improper operation.

      • The belt should NOT be connected to this white post.

      • The belt should NOT be connected to the base of the turntable.

      • The belt should ONLY make contact with the bottom of the platter and the gold pulley of the motor.

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Conclusion

If this guide does not fix the issue of the platter not spinning, the following issues could be present:

  1. Faulty AC Adaptor - Can be purchased here.
  2. Faulty Diode (D01) - Requires soldering (repair guide can be provided upon request: service@atus.com). Part Number: 576-SMAJ13A
  3. Faulty Motor - Requires soldering (repair guide can be provided upon request: service@atus.com). Part Number: 704-F706-7303

To send your turntable in for service, please follow the necessary steps from our website.

Feel free to contact one of our technicians for further assistance at (330)686-2600 ext.5004

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