Roberts RT100 - Frequently Asked Questions (Continued); Automatic Tone-arm Return; Stylus Replacement Frequency; Turntable Cleaning

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Frequently asked questions cont.
5. Why doesn’t the tone-arm return to the rest automatically at the end of the record?
• While this feature was common on basic domestic turntables in the 1960s and 1970s, it is very uncommon in modern turntables. The mechanisms
neededtoliftandmovethetone-arminthiswaytendtodetractfromthequalityoftheaudioavailablefromtheturntablesincetheyalsorequire
that the design of the drive system and the tone-arm mechanism is more robust and therefore heavier than otherwise needed.
6. How often should I replace the stylus?
• We recommend that the stylus is replaced approximately every 250 playing hours. Normal wear on the stylus caused playing records is not
covered by the guarantee.
• ThecartridgesuppliedwiththeturntableisanAudioTechnicamodelAT-3600L.Suitablestyliforthiscartridgeareavailablefromhi-stockists
and many suppliers on the internet. The stylus supplied is Audio Technica model number ATN-3600L.
• Note that there is no need to remove the cartridge from the head-shell in order to replace the stylus. However, this task may be easier if the
head-shell is removed from the tone-arm before changing the stylus. Removal is simply the reverse of the installation process (see page 4).
7. How do I clean the turntable?
• Tocleantheturntableuseasoftlint-freecloth,ideallymadefromnaturalbresinordertopreventabuild-upofstaticelectricitywhichcan
attract dust.
• Do NOT use polish or any solvent based cleaners.
• Toremovedustfromthematontheplatter,useaslightlydamplint-freecloth,removingthematrstifneeded.
• To clean records, only use a purpose designed record cleaning brush with the record on the platter.