Technics SL-1200MK2

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Use
utmost
care
when
handiing
the
platter
and
when
Placing
it
on
the
motor
shaft
to
prevent
possible
damage
to
the
magnet.
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Do
not
turn
“on”
the
power
supply,
with
the
turntable
Platter
detached.
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Before
detaching
or
attaching
the
headsheli,
be
sure
to
turn
the
power
of
the
amplifier
or
receiver
off.
Detaching
or
attaching
of
the
headshell
with
the
volume
‘control
turned
up
may
cause
damage
to
the
speakers.
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When
play
is
finished,
be
sure
to
secure
the
tonearm
with the arm ciamp.
After
play
is
finished,
if
the
unit
is
not
to
be
used
for
some
time,
care
should
be
taken
to
secure
the
tonearm
to
protect
the
stylus
tip.
For
the
same
reason,
the
stylus
protector
should
also
be
attached.
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Dust
and
dirt
should
be
carefully
removed
from
stylus
tip or records.
Dust
and
dirt
on
the
stylus
tip
or
record
may
not
only
result
in
deterioration
of
tone
quatity,
but
also
cause
undue
wear
of
the
record
and
the
stylus
tip
itself.
Special
stylus
tip
brushes
and
record
cleaners
can
be
pur-
chased
in
most
electronic
supply
houses.
@ Wipe the headshell terminats from time to time.
Dust and dirt at the headshell terminals may result in
increased “HUM” noise or intermittent sound. Use a soft
dry cloth to clean the headshell terminals.
™@ Wipe the dust cover and turntable base with a soft, dry
cloth,
Never use any cleaners containing alcohol, benzine or
thinner.
Use of a chemical dust cloth should also be avoided. Be sure
that the dust cover is not exposed to insecticide spray.
To remove stubborn fingerprints or grease spots, detach
the dust cover and disconnect the AC power plug.
Use a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild soap and
water solution.
Do not wipe the dust cover during play, or the tonearm may
be attracted toward the dust cover due to the generation of
Static electricity.
Lubrication (See Fig. 28.)
Apply 2 or 3 drops of oil once after every 2000 hours of
operation.
The time intervat is much longer than that for conventional
type motors (200-500 hours).
Please purchase original oil. (Part number is SFWO 010.)
Transportation of the unit to distant places for removal
and the like.
Pack up the unit in the reverse order to that for unpacking,
using the packing materials furnished when the unit was
purchased. Should there be no such packing materials, be
sure to take the following steps.
@Remove the turntable platter together with the turntable
mat, and wrap it up to prevent any damage to them.
@Return the tonearm to the arm rest, and affix it with tape or
the like.
@Remove the balance weight and the headshell/cartridge
from
the
tonearm
and
then
wrap
them
upto
avoid
any
damage to them.
e@Wrap up the turntable base with a blanket or soft paper
also to prevent any possible damage to it.
Betore
using
this
unit,
be
sure
to
read
applicable
items
of
the
operating
instructions
and
these
satety
suggestions
carefully;
and
afterwards
keep
them
handy
for
future
refer-
ence.
Take
special
care
to
follow
the
warnings
indicated
on
the
unit
itself
as
well
as
in the
operating
instructions.
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10.
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12.
13.
. Avoid places where there is water or humidity.
Do
not
use
this
unit
near
a
bathtub,
washbasin,
swimming
pool,
or the
like.
Damp
basements
should
also
be
avoided.
.
Don't
allow
water
or
any
foreign
object
to
get
inside
this
unit.
Don't
piace
small
metal
objects
or
anything
containing
liquid
on or near tne unit.
.
Avoid
placement
of
the
unit
where
it
will
be
exposed
to
the direct rays of the sun, or where ventilation Is
inadequate.
Don't
place
this
unit
in
a
bookcase
or
between
cabinets,
unless
proper
ventilation
is
provided,
or
where
curtains
or
furniture
may
obstruct
the
ventilation
holes.
.
Place
this unit
away
from
heat-emitting
appliances.
Never
place
this unit
on
or
near
a
radiator,
heat
register,
stove,
or
any
other
heat-emitting
equipment.
(Including
Amplifiers).
Placement
Place
the
unit
on
a
stable,
vibration-free,
level
shelf
or
stand.
Use of a cart or stand.
When
deciding
on
a
cart
or
stand,
be
sure
to
use
only
with
the cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer.
Wall or ceiling Instailation.
If
the
unit
is
to
be
mounted
on
a
wail
or
ceiling,
be
sure
to
do
So only as recommended by the manufacturer.
Check
the
voltage
rating
of
this
unit
before
connecting
the unit to a power supply.
Be
sure
to
connect
the
unit
only
to
the
type
of
power
supply
indicated
in
the
operating
instructions,
or
as
indicated
on
the
unit itself.
Care of the power cord and plug.
Take
care
that
the
cord
is
not
bent
sharply
(especially
near
its
connection
to
the
unit
or
near
the
plug),
that
nothing
is
placed
on
it,
and
that
it
is
not
pinched,
or
crushed.
Never
take
hoid
of
the
plug
or
cord
if
your
hand
is
wet,
and
always
be
sure
to
grasp
the
piug
body
when
connecting
or
discon-
necting it.
Hf
the
unit
will
not
be
used
for
a
long
period
of
time:
Be sure to disconnect the power cord.
Maintenance
Refer to the operating instructions for details.
Never attempt repairs yourselt:
(a) Ifthe power cord or plug is damaged.
(b) Ifa foreign object or liquid falis into the unit.
{c) Ifthe unit is exposed to rain.
(d)
If
the
unit
does
not
function
normally,
or
if
operation
shows
an
unusual
change.
{@)
If
the
unit
has
been
dropped
and
the
cabinet
or
chassis
is
damaged...
etc.
Unplug the power cord and consult with a qualified techni-
cian
(or
the
dealer
from
whom
the
unit
was
purchased
or
the
nearest servicenter).
Repairs
Except for adjustments explained in the operating instruc-
tions, do not attempt any repairs yourself. Be sure to request
service from a qualified technician (or your dealer or nearest
service center).