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I'm looking for a replacement circuit board for a Rittenhouse model C8538. Please let me know where I can purchase one.

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#Rittenhouse by David on 2018-03-04 18:16

Have you ever heard of a response on the Rittenhouse 631/632. I too am refurbishing one and need to know the correct tranformer voltage needed and a wiring diagram surely would help. Any insight?

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#Rittenhouse by pyle on 2015-07-10 18:32

Hey, the Rittenhouse C8578-1 135-7351-01 door chime went out mid-shift. Please check it out first thing in the morning. Thanks!

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#Rittenhouse by Kathryn Fenich on 2007-12-18 20:21

Rittenhouse Solid State AM/FM radio intercom system for house and outdoors

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#Rittenhouse by Jolene Gross on 2015-08-16 14:22

I have a Rittenhouse model c8229 door bell in my home that is not working. I would like to have it repaired.Thank you,Jolene Gross717-781-3692

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#Rittenhouse by Rick Martin on 2015-07-19 07:20

The Rittenhouse C8578-1 135-7351-01 door chime unit caused downtime today from 930 AM to 1145 AM, impacting our operations. Need quick resolution before the next shift. Thank you.

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#Rittenhouse by James A. Mann on 2008-06-26 12:40

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 The speakers look out of date and would like a better main unit.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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#Rittenhouse by jim Snyder on 2012-01-12 05:28

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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#Rittenhouse by Kathy on 2016-08-16 17:08

can i have this unit repaired and what do i need to do.

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#Rittenhouse by Galen Beaupre on 2019-06-10 14:27

I have a Rittenhouse Model 526.What would cost to test it?

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#Rittenhouse by Frank Giudice on 2009-10-23 16:36

I have a clock and doorchimes door bell model RC-633.I would like to get relacement part for the door bell part the clock is still working.Can you help me

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#Rittenhouse by Marie Gunderman on 2007-11-26 01:41

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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#Rittenhouse by Tom Bell on 2019-04-10 01:02

I have a Rittenhouse 631/632 doorbell that works ok but the clock motor is noisy. Can I buy a replacement motor for it?

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#Rittenhouse by Dick Dingman on 2009-04-20 19:15

I purchased this residential unit in 1986. It is now giving a significant hum and does not produce all of its chimes.Does this give you a clue as to repairability?

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#Rittenhouse by John Erlinger on 2011-12-01 21:30

It appears the hammers are sticking or a spring has broken. There are three. Can i get replacement solenoids/hammers, or an estimate to repair the whole Chime unit. Also if you think it would be best to buy new.Thank you.,John

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#Rittenhouse by stan Mc Neely on 2014-02-21 17:39

some ONE TOOK MY 577 Apart, I need a picture of how the Chimes goback on the unitTHANKS

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#Rittenhouse by James Short on 2013-02-24 20:40

A plunger on my 50 year old door chime is not returning to the rest position when the door chime is not activated. The consequence is a continuous buzz and erratic operation when the button is pressed.Have I provided sufficient information to diagnose the ease of repair?Thank you.Jim—> …Purchase or Repair:

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#Rittenhouse by Fred on 2011-05-25 04:18

Art - did you get a reply in answer to your post?I am about to restore the same door chime, you may have info that can help.ThanksFred...

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#Rittenhouse by Edith Whitaker on 2012-04-10 15:32

some unit owners intercom is not working, needs repair. Who can we call on this?

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#Rittenhouse by GUY DALFINO on 2013-01-24 17:30

I THINK I NEED A TRANSFORMER CLOCK WLL NOT RUN TX IN ADVANCE gUY

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#Rittenhouse by O. H. Towers on 2010-01-25 16:00

We are also electrical contractor company(Towers Electrical Serv. Inc)We are looking for a model C8931 R Chimer Receiver also a sender unit if possible.We cannot find any info on this item it was made ty Rittenhouse Fayettevilole, nc. 28302

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#Rittenhouse by carolyn berkey on 2011-08-04 23:15

our unit has power and the light comes on but nothing works. The electrician says it is not the transformer.

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#Rittenhouse by dave walters on 2008-10-24 14:59

Just wondering i have a rittenhouse system rcm-1 and the intercom system part does not seem to be working. We can broadcast for the main unit and it is heard in the other units but when we try to broadcast from one of the other units to the main you can not hear the person ? Anysuggestions or do you…Purchase or Repair:

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#Rittenhouse by Melvin Chrisman on 2007-02-24 22:05

I have a radio intercom unit that needs to be updated.

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#Rittenhouse by Mark Malan on 2017-05-17 14:32

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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#Rittenhouse by Eric Schneider on 2012-02-04 21:58

Do you know where I can find the outdoor part you push to ring for this Emerson Model C8203? Thanks for your time.Eric Schneider

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#Rittenhouse by P. Markworth on 2014-01-17 18:45

Do you know of anyone in Central or East Central Ohio who can repair a Rittenhouse electric door chime? It has four, short brass tubes and chimes like The Westminister chimes. Thank you.

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#Rittenhouse by Lynn Villano on 2011-05-06 13:29

but want door bell to continue working. Can we get wiring schematics?

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#Rittenhouse by Wendy Morris on 2010-01-15 06:14

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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#Rittenhouse by Ron Abrams on 2009-02-18 02:03

I\'m working on a unit which has been in the family for years.Emerson- Rittenhouse RC 633, 16 voltOne of the solenoid/hammers don\'t work. Seems that the hammer is jammed in the tube. I\'d like to replace the solenoid. How may I order another one.Ron 305 803-5441

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#Rittenhouse by Pamela Brawdy on 2008-08-19 20:43

My sister inlaw gave me this doorbell clock, I do not have the chimes the model number is RC6333. Can you help.

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#Rittenhouse by sheila on 2011-09-05 18:24

Would you know where i can find a C8931R?

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#Rittenhouse by Charles Sumrell on 2018-06-16 18:05

Tag on door chime unit says:Model 8846RVolt 16Rittenhouse Division Spartan ElectricFayetteville NC 28386The unit has four tubes, it has a circuit board with integrated circuits. The transformer is putting out 18.5 volts, although the unit says 16 volts on transformer and circuit board. I assume the …Purchase or Repair:

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#Rittenhouse by Tracy BROWNING on 2017-01-13 09:02

I have an old Rittenhouse door chime that is missing it's tubular bells. Home built in 1932. Chime cover has two decorative brass musical notes and a few horizontal brass what look like pinstripes. After researching, I believe it's 30's vintage and original to the home. I would love i…Purchase or Repair:

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#Rittenhouse by Tobie Ross on 2018-04-13 02:54

I have a Sears Solid State Am-FM Master Station Radio/Intercom Model 113.35150 built by Emerson Electric. Can you repair this station. Please advise/

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#Rittenhouse by vero cho on 2007-06-19 19:49

sheetrocking my house after it was flooded by katrina, the contractor stupidly threw away the master station to my doorbell/radio/intercom system which rendered the system inoperable. i have asked an electrician friend to look at it and he cannot find a suitable retrofit. we will have to replace the…Purchase or Repair:

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#Rittenhouse by Jim Romeiser on 2011-08-18 07:20

My Rittenhouse door chime\'s top plunger does not work, the previous homeowner said when he was hooking it up, by accident the top soleniod was getting power all the time and over heated and it has not worked right since... can this be fixed ????

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#Rittenhouse by Michelle NEWBY on 2009-05-20 00:04

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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#Rittenhouse by rosemary ortiz on 2009-11-11 22:30

we can not get it to chime in sequence. if doorbell is pressed it chimes once (#4).

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#Rittenhouse by curtis gast on 2015-03-16 02:25

new home to me. system not working. any help would be great. thanks

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#Rittenhouse by Starla Irvin on 2022-03-20 00:17

Moved in 3 years ago the AM/FM worked but nothing else. Wondering if I could get an estimate

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#Rittenhouse by Norm Negus on 2010-12-02 00:14

Hello I have a Artolier Lighting and Sound Emerson Electric Co. Model C8535 the springs need replacing can you please Help thanks Norm

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#Rittenhouse by Kathy Grant on 2018-09-24 16:43

I recently purchased an older home that has a Model # RC-475 - 16 volt door chime that works fine, but lacks the cover. Is it possible to purchase just a cover from you or is something like this no longer available. Amazon has one but the mfg. dimensions wouldn't fit. As close as I can measure …Purchase or Repair:

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#Rittenhouse by Koos on 2015-07-17 20:20

Hi there, I'm inquiring about the Rittenhouse C8578-1 135-7351-01 door chime. I need to know if it can be repaired or replaced. Trying to check this off my to-do list. Thank you!

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#Rittenhouse by Albert M. Brien on 2012-07-29 04:52

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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#Rittenhouse by Dave Spieker on 2017-11-06 22:05

I am looking for a Rittenhouse Chime Receiver Model C8931R. Would you have one available for purchase or can you direct me to a person or another company that may have one available. Thank you!

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#Rittenhouse by Tom Gleason on 2011-03-31 01:27

Looking for a sequencer box for a model 552 doorbell chime. I know they are rare. Does somebody make a retro fit or do you have a good used one. If none of the above then how about schemetics and I will get one made. Thanks-Tom

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#Rittenhouse by Barb C on 2009-03-27 12:35

Same as James Mann note - have 1970\'s Rittenhouse intercom---can we replace old system - can we purchase new units but use same wiring??

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#Rittenhouse by Robert King on 2010-08-02 01:52

I know this chime assembly is very old but is there a replacement kit for the hammers. they are sticking and perhaps the springs are just too soft. I\'d appreciate any help you can give me.

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#Rittenhouse by Bil Hoag on 2015-11-11 17:58

Installed in 1987 when we built the house. Has begun sporadic multiple, single dings, all hours, day and night. I have replaced, back up battery and fuse in motor. Now makes a fairly loud buzzing sound also. Thoughts?

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#Rittenhouse by Earl Miller on 2012-10-11 01:03

Can I use the existing wiring and recessed wall areas of the old system listed above with a new replacement system. If so, what new updated system will work? Thanks

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