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I have a rittenhouse model c8204 that stopped working, had been working for years. New outside doorbell installed my be the cause.Can I test the bell by shorting the two screw terminals on the rittenhouse inside unit.

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#Rittenhouse by Martin on 2009-02-08 05:30
I have the exact same problem, but it\'s not caused by a lighted doorbell. Without the doorbell connect (and not crossing the wires) the chime mechanism keeps repeating. I\'m not sure whether it\'s because the contacts aren\'t lined up correctly or whether it\'s a wiring problem. I\'ve tinkered and …Purchase or Repair: Ticket Image...
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#Rittenhouse by jason surrette on 2008-05-21 22:34
Don\'t know what\'s wrong with the unit. Do ya\'ll know what the input voltage is supposed to be? The back of the unit says only use a \"no. 35 transformer\".

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#Rittenhouse by scott grim on 2009-07-22 11:43
I\'ve recently come in the possesion of an emerson-rittenhouse model 633 door chime and clock. Somebody must have placed 120volts of power to the 16 volt circiut burning out all the electronics. I need all the electrical components including the hammars and motors. if anyone knows where i can get pa…Purchase or Repair: Ticket Image...
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#Rittenhouse by Cathy Kirkwood on 2014-08-21 21:30
I purchased a home in Honeoye Falls, NY. It has an RCM 3 intercom that works and I would like to get a manual for it. Is it possible to get instructions for it?

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#Rittenhouse by vandewater on 2025-05-14 19:14
just a heads up that the Rittenhouse RM20/RM22 intercom with radio unit went down mid-shift. Can you please check it out and follow up during the day? Thanks!

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#Rittenhouse by Steve on 2011-05-01 18:27
need diagram for wiring of C8203. Only two reds, 2 whites, where would transformer lead be?

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#Rittenhouse by john rohter on 2011-03-03 21:43
Looking for instruction for the door chime opporation.

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#Rittenhouse by Dick on 2018-12-06 23:40
Part #C80Q0 door bell switch.Can I order a replacement ?

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#Rittenhouse by Larry Yudkowitz on 2020-05-13 00:16
I have Model 380 16V. I had connected it ot a Ring Video 2 Doorbell and it worked fine for several months. Now there is a loud humm coming from the chime. I think the Ring ihas a problem. Ring says the chime may not be compatible. Ring says the model 382 is compatible. Whould you know the difference…Purchase or Repair: Ticket Image...
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#Rittenhouse by Jessica Rasmussen on 2010-07-17 03:18
I get typically one of three chimes to sound when the doorbell is rung, occassionally 2 followed by a buzzing sound. Some of the wires were loose and I tightened them, but still don\'t get all the tones. Any ideas on what to do to get all three chimes to ring?

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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: Ticket Image...
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#Rittenhouse by Craig on 2018-12-27 00:39
I have a 620R, but your post was a long time ago. Did you get an answer?

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#Rittenhouse by william hogan on 2006-09-05 18:05
I have a rittenhouse am radio intercome that works well. It has 7 receivers + the base unit. can it be changed to fm ? I believe it is a late 60s mdel. thanks

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#Rittenhouse by Andrew Lazazzera on 2017-01-16 17:16
HAVE --MODEL DS-2 DOOR SENTRY SAYS 'NOT TO CONNECT TO POWER SOURCE OTHER THAN STANDARD 16 VOLT CHIME TRANSFORMER'NEED TESTING OF ITS TRANSFORMER.I THINK ITS THE TRANSFORMER!WHAT IS PROCESS TO FOLLOW FOR THIS?ANDREW h=773-589-0150 c=773-899-0423

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#Rittenhouse by Krzysztof Charzynski on 2014-11-26 05:14
rittenhouse model 410 not working need repair

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#Rittenhouse by macgretz on 2017-04-19 20:58
I have a Rittenhouse Emerson Elec Model C8326 (perhaps 1960's) that has stopped working today. The chimes and housing seem okay, but the mechanism and bell button are old and worn out. Do you have replacement parts - and at what cost?

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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 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: Ticket Image...
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#Rittenhouse by Chuck Duncan on 2013-03-20 00:35
Was working well until I sanded and painted the kitchen. I took the chimes down to paint, put them back and nothing works. I get voltage coming in but it doesn\'t move anything.

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#Rittenhouse by villanes on 2015-09-04 21:54
The Rittenhouse C8578-1 135-7351-01 door chime is malfunctioning and needs repair. Urgently seeking a technician to address the issue as it's disrupting daily operations.

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#Rittenhouse by Theresa Perkins on 2008-12-16 16:21
I would like to install my RC633 which I removed from my old house. Can you send me instructions? Thank you.

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#Rittenhouse by william j paveletz on 2018-03-09 19:10
i need a part model c8633 volts 16 need the main eletric gear

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#Rittenhouse by Gregory Luchey on 2017-03-26 21:44
Door Bell repair motor needed

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#Rittenhouse by Glenn Loiselle on 2012-08-09 11:51
I have a circa 1977 Artolier Lighting and Sound door Chimes / door bell / wall clock that HUMMS all the time. MODEL # C8633Can it be repaired?

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#Rittenhouse by Mark Danko on 2015-09-10 19:17
Hi, need repair to this unit, sound cuts in and out when volume control knob is turned/wiggled. Moving molex 5 pin connector on circuit board also causes power to cut in and out. Mode delector knob has become stiff to operate. Please send estimate if repair is possible, thanks

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#Rittenhouse by Larry M Biviano on 2008-11-21 02:47
have hooked up several ways appear to only chime once as if wired for back door.clock woriks fine, does ot chime on all tones

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#Rittenhouse by Deborah Braid on 2009-12-14 16:48
I have an old rittenhouse 7021 (I think) it is from 1978. It needs a new from cover and the dial to change the stations doesn\'t work. Otherwise it works. Can it be fixed and about how much?

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#Rittenhouse by Chris Giebel on 2015-07-19 18:20
The Rittenhouse C8578-1 135-7351-01 is a door chime unit that is currently not working. That's the information I have so far.

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#Rittenhouse by Hal Hester on 2016-07-09 23:01
Similiar issue, my doorbell kept sticking. So I replaced the sticky button but now my springs inside the bell housing seem to be sprung and unable to move the plunger the full range to ring or retract.

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#Rittenhouse by Paul on 2016-09-11 18:49
Are you able to repair it?

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#Rittenhouse by Paul E. Nelson on 2009-01-19 18:06
Our house came with this intercom system. Very Old I suspect. Is there anyone who could furnish me with a copy of the ownual\'s manual-instructions? Paul

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#Rittenhouse by ann chamberlin on 2010-03-07 15:43
Jennifer Walker:Did you ever figure out what to do about replacing your Rittenhouse unit? I\'m in the same boat!Any ideas or products you have come across on your own would be appreciated

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#Rittenhouse by Ray G. Brubaker on 2017-09-11 14:32
I have a model Rittenhouse # E780DC door bell push button. The center plastic button is broken. I need a replacement . I can use the whole assemblyPlease email me as to where I can buy it. Thank you.

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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 Marcy Berry on 2011-03-03 21:25
I am a property manager who manages a townhome with a broken Rittenhouse intercome system. The speakers on the exterior are installed in the brick so to remove them is a huge project. The main console in the kitchen is what I am looking to repair or replace. The model number is: (looks like) M7034. …Purchase or Repair: Ticket Image...
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#Rittenhouse by joe Delle Dinne on 2011-12-20 00:25
I would like to know if spare components are still available? eg transistors and LM283T 5 pin audio amp or regulator? Or is there a replacement UNIT and what is the cost for a compatible unit.

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#Rittenhouse by TR on 2007-10-27 18:13
I have a Rittenhouse intercom system that was installed in the 60\'s that worked fine until recently. Everything still works fine except the main intercom/control unit. Is there a replacement unit I can buy that I can use with all my existing speakers, etc throughout the house? Even a unit that only…Purchase or Repair: Ticket Image...
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#Rittenhouse by David Hocevar on 2011-12-05 17:56
I have a ritenhouse emerson door chime unit. It just started chimeing for no reason I had to disconnect it to silence it. Now when I hooked it back up nothing happens. Clock doesn\'t work, chimes don\'t work.Model 086331 4 tubed chime It also has a teledcrome syncronis motor. Any hope for it.Thank Y…Purchase or Repair: Ticket Image...
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#Rittenhouse by colleen on 2010-03-10 04:32
i have a model 7035 that was removed from the wall to repair the wall. Now I need to reconnect - but don\'t know how the wires go together. Are there any instructions available?

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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 Peter Taylor on 2013-02-15 23:47
I have a Ritten House Master Model 631 & 632 in my shop for repair. I would like to obtain a service manual for this item. Please advise if this is available. The clock is in bad shape as it fell of a wall and is in many pieces. Some of which I shall need to purchase.Please advise Peter TaylorTaylor…Purchase or Repair: Ticket Image...
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#Rittenhouse by Frank Spramelli on 2015-02-10 19:04
needs repaired tuning dial is broken.

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#Rittenhouse by James L Rockney on 2021-10-04 16:06
The small piston that strikes the chime does not return back to the original position. There is a spring on the piston. It seems like the piston should have a retainer of some sort on the end to hold the spring in place. Is there supposed to be a retainer on the end of the piston to keep the spring …Purchase or Repair: Ticket Image...
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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 Anthony Butts on 2011-10-03 12:46
The unit works, but possibly in need of some service. The AM radio works , but no FM. There is a bit of background noise in the system.

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#Rittenhouse by GALLAGHER on 2025-04-27 13:41
Drive or board failure on Rittenhouse M7012 intercom/radio. Needs immediate attention to avoid disruption. Heading to next location now.

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#Rittenhouse by Diane Reichard on 2010-04-14 13:54
Hello! Do you have any parts for Rittenhouse (Emerson) All Transistor Radio-Intercom System, Model RM-1 (AM radio) or RM-2 (AM/FM radio)? Our system dates from the 1960\'s--still going strong. But I need knobs and especially the instruction manual because I don\'t know how to answer and use the exte…Purchase or Repair: Ticket Image...
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#Rittenhouse by David Bergeron on 2017-10-23 07:12
wonder if I can acquire 1of the 3 boxes that throws the donger to. ring the far right chime of 3

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#Rittenhouse by Roy Snelgrove on 2011-02-24 02:47
The door chime is not working properly in that some of the hammers are not striking properly. sometimes they reach the tubes and sometimes not. They are all active but not as strong as they should be .I have turned down the adjuster and none strike and when turned up, it is as I have described . The…Purchase or Repair: Ticket Image...
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#Rittenhouse by Diane P on 2019-05-22 14:20
I have a rittenhouse westminister door chime master model 631 and 632 that I removed from my family home when it was being sold. I have everything except the Rittenhouse no. 42 transformer, which is need before the electrician can install it in my home. Do you have this transformer or know where I c…Purchase or Repair: Ticket Image...
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