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SME 15 User Manual

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INSTRUCTIONS
MODEL 15
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SME 15 Specifications

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BrandSME
Model15
CategoryTurntable
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Warnings

Electrical Safety Precautions

Covers risks of electric shock and prohibition of removing power unit or speed control unit covers.

Operational Safety Guidelines

Guidelines on ventilation, water avoidance, cable management, and electrical connections.

Wiring and Disposal

Details UK plug fuse, power cable colour coding, earth terminal warning, and WEEE disposal.

Introduction

Dimensions and Weights

Drive System

Speed Range

Packing List

Parts Identification

Unpacking

Setting Up - Turntable

Levelling

Ensures the main chassis is level using adjustable feet and a spirit/bubble level.

Transit Locks

Details removal of transit screws for suspension and main bearing.

Drive Belt Installation

Instructions for placing and ensuring the drive belt is free from twists.

Platter Placement

Guidance on carefully placing and securing the platter onto the spindle and driven pulley.

Suspension Adjustment

Adjusting the sub-chassis suspension height using a 3mm hex wrench to achieve proper clearance.

Power Unit & Speed Control Unit Connection

Connecting the power unit, speed control unit, and turntable using specified cables.

Setting Up - Tonearm

Tonearm Mounting Plate

Securing the tonearm mounting plate and fitting the tonearm using cap screws.

Jacking Screws for Plate Removal

Using jacking screws to facilitate the removal of the tonearm mounting plate.

Power Cable Connections

Operation - Turntable

Mains Power Control

Operating the power ON/OFF button on the rear of the power unit.

Motor Power Control

Starting and stopping the motor using the speed control unit fascia buttons.

Speed Testing Procedure

Using the stroboscopic disc to check turntable speeds (33 and 45rpm).

Speed Adjustment Procedure

Adjusting turntable speed incrementally using the rotary button and storing settings.

Operation - Playing a Record

Operation - Tonearm

Lowering the Stylus

Moving the control lever to lower the stylus onto the record groove.

Raising the Stylus

Returning the control lever to raise the stylus from the record.

Maintenance

Drive Belt Cleaning

Cleaning the drive belt and pulley peripheries with a soft tissue and lighter fuel.

Suspension Bands Replacement

Procedure for changing suspension bands and re-checking suspension height.

Fuse Replacement

Fuse replacement should only be done by qualified service personnel.

Transit Precautions

Guarantee

Appendix

EC Declaration of Conformity

Details conformity with EC directives for EMC and electrical safety standards.

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