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Hello, I have a customer that brought in a door bell unit, the one of theplungers is bent inside. I do not know alot about these things, we work on electric motors. He want to know if he can still get parts for these unit.The model # is c8231. Please inform, I may just send him your way. Thanks for you help. Jeff.

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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 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 Doug on 2011-10-01 20:21

I currently have this unit for sale on ebay. the wiring is simply two wires from the 16v transformer to the appropriate screw terminals on the printed circuit board and then the \"switch leg\" from each door bell button at the doors you are using attached to the corresponding terminal screw as label…Purchase or Repair:

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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:

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#Rittenhouse by Michael Senay on 2011-09-08 17:07

My rittenhouse chime is about 15 years old and I would like to get it repair. I would like to know who can repairs it.

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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 Bob Hilsher on 2010-03-27 16:29

Unit stopped working. Have 16+ volts coming to it but no sound. Assume the syncronous motor is out... Telechron model M3151, Type H18, 3.6 rpm, 60 cy, 16 v. Is the replacement motor available? Price?Could it be anything else? All wiring is in tact on board.Thanks, Bob

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#Rittenhouse by Richard Baer on 2012-03-06 23:58

This unit puts out a chirping sound (Similar to sound of a smoke alarm) on a continuous basis, one chirp about every 30 seconds. Please advise what I should do, short of disconnecting the unit, to stop this annoying sound.Thank you,Richard Baer

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#Rittenhouse by elena fernandez on 2015-02-27 06:07

Hi there, I'm interested in purchasing the Rittenhouse C8578-1 135-7351-01 door chime. Could you please provide me with information on pricing and availability? I'm looking to source one quickly. Thank you!

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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 Christopher Cruz on 2011-03-09 13:15

Hellohave a 520 Beverly and it is working but I took it apart and found the rubber grommets and the felt strike pads are bad i am looking for replacements.ThanksChris

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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 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 v on 2007-06-19 19:52

my dilemma also. have you found a suitable replacement? thanks.

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#Rittenhouse by paul caley on 2010-10-09 16:33

plungers have stopped (tried lube) is model w clock can they be replaced by myself or must this be done by a pro or can the entire panel be more easily replaced thank you

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#Rittenhouse by Jim Wilson on 2007-09-11 01:47

Ihave a 20 year old rittenhouse intercon that does not and love to get it working again or replaced can you help

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#Rittenhouse by Derek Rust on 2008-07-26 15:22

I am interested in buying your intercom, I had mine accidentally ripped out during remodelling and need a replacement , does yours work ok?Derek Rust

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#Rittenhouse by Dorothy \"Ann\" Imhoff on 2014-10-23 22:17

A Rittenhouse model 312 came with my home. It works but the chimes are not loud enough to heard unless you are in the room where the doorbell is mounted.I would hate to replace it because other than this it is very workable.

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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 Arturo nunez on 2015-03-23 00:25

the Rittenhouse C8578-1 135-7351-01 door chime is down. Need someone to check it out tomorrow. Thanks!

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#Rittenhouse by Kirk Niatsikas on 2014-12-11 19:16

Do you have a rittenhouse rm5 manual?

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#Rittenhouse by Joe on 2012-04-18 13:36

Could you please direct me as to where I may be able to obtain a circuit diagram for a rittenhouse installed in the 1980?Many thanksJoe

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#Rittenhouse by Civitate on 2015-07-26 02:20

We are experiencing a critical issue with the Rittenhouse C8578-1 135-7351-01 door chime production line. The key component responsible for the chime sound is malfunctioning, leading to a complete halt in production. Immediate repair service is required to resume operations swiftly. Please address t…Purchase or Repair:

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#Rittenhouse by Withgott on 2012-04-13 00:00

Having issues with my Rittenhouse RCM-4 intercom with radio - the radio feature is not working. Need repair assistance

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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 LINDA BURGESS on 2017-03-30 17:16

Have model C 8203, 10 volt door bell. Am missing the push button remote that fastens to wall outside the front door. Any suggestions?

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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 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 matt arendt on 2009-02-08 18:51

need troubleshooting info on rittenhouse model m7900 amp ser# 3060-0074-2091. also, price and availability of parts as i am working on an intercom system in a 8 unit condo.

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#Rittenhouse by Kathie Hiers on 2009-03-11 03:19

I bought a house built in 1950 with an old Rittenhouse door chime, Model #365. I have no idea if it can be repaired. I don\'t have the front door button. The inner workings are very dirty. Do you think it\'s worth sending to you? Thanks, Kathie

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#Rittenhouse by miriam spear on 2011-05-16 14:13

Only one of four chimes works, although we detect a faint electronic buzzing, in sequence, of the other three. For example, we hear Chime A, buzz, buzz, pause, buzz, buzz, Chime A. As cover has been lost, we suspect dust and grime is keeping the other hammers from working.Can the unit be cleaned and…Purchase or Repair:

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#Rittenhouse by Sandra on 2015-02-13 19:13

Our old doorbell cover on our doors is broken, how and where can we find new or different( maybe clear plastic cover) for the doorbell Thank you

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#Rittenhouse by Mark on 2017-09-04 20:48

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 mccammond99@att.net on 2016-03-19 17:03

is there anyway i could get another one of these door bells?

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#Rittenhouse by charles dellasala on 2009-08-08 20:37

7th chime does not work can plunger be lubed if so with what

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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 Chris Pellicano on 2009-11-11 03:52

I would like to get an estimate on testing and repairing any needed parts of our antique ( assuming it is antique,) doorbell. I love the way it sounds, from manually striking the chimes, but doesn\'t seem to work...

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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 Jim on 2008-12-29 15:59

Are there any Emerson Rittenhouse intercom main stations from the mid-sixties available?

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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 charles thomas on 2011-09-14 17:53

I need to purchase a new door bell system comparable with the existing system. I have a one unit on the main level and the other in the basement. The Model number of the existing system is C8203 16 volts AC. I need both units to include outside switch. Also where are the transformers located for thi…Purchase or Repair:

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#Rittenhouse by Anthony Butts on 2011-10-02 19:14

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 Lori on 2008-12-29 00:49

Years ago lightening hit house the chime stoped working the unit is in the kitchen and of coarse the door bell at the front door to push with finger ..doesnt work anymore can this be fixed ??/

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#Rittenhouse by Tedd Boomershine on 2012-04-22 21:49

The clock works fine. Three of the door chimes work, but the fourth and fifth strikers do not work. Do you repair and or have parts to recondition? Thanks, Tedd

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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 Scott Steffens on 2015-09-15 22:03

I have a Artolier Lighting & Sound Div - Emerson Electric Co / Rittenhouse Operations Honeoye Falls, NY 14473 Model C8577 - 16 Volts. Do not know how to wire. It was working when it was taken from another home.This home is set up with one front door bell - ding dong doorbell on 1st floor and the Rit…Purchase or Repair:

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#Rittenhouse by patrick stark on 2013-12-05 15:48

need wiring, replacement parts and pic of the model noted above. front door pushbutton lights, but no response from chime unit. the backdoor is working normal one chime. What may be wrong? the unit has a selector switch to scroll thru various chimes.

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#Rittenhouse by Charles Rose on 2009-12-22 23:34

Need base station repaired. Would purchase old

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#Rittenhouse by Franklin D Bamsey on 2011-08-30 18:30

I have an Emerson Door Bell C 8204 and it is not working. Need a response to this E- mail please.

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#Rittenhouse by Gregory Luchey on 2017-03-26 21:44

Door Bell repair motor needed

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