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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 Dale Adams on 2006-05-28 16:30

My unit is in need of repair, can you help ?

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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 Chuck Duncan on 2013-03-20 00:33

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 Doug Wood on 2009-04-27 20:03

Buying a condo with an inoperative Rittenhouse Model 7021 intercom system. Was constructed in late 70s. Is the technology so out of date that it is not worth restoring? Should I consider restoring the unit, about how much am I looking at? Is there a dealer here in AR, or do I have to ship it to you …Purchase or Repair:

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#Rittenhouse by Charles Cheshire on 2018-07-13 22:04

Cannot reset time seems stripped.Only two of the chimes work.Where are you physically located.ROUGH repair cost.

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#Rittenhouse by isagani l. cua on 2015-03-13 18:40

Sir: Please help me diagnose the problem of my C8204 door chime, andthis morning I heard a noisy sound from the unit. And please give menearest service center here in Chino hills, CalifornialThanks

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#Rittenhouse by A.L. Richard on 2010-08-09 13:32

My home was built in 1965 with the same Rittenhouse intercom/radio system that doesn\'t work anymore. I would like to upggrade with intercom/radio/ satellite radio system can you do the work? What would be the estimated cost?

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#Rittenhouse by neil Berman on 2009-07-08 05:25

I have a Rittenhouse Model S7806 Smoke/Fire detector system in my 3-level condo. It was there when I moved in so there is no manual for it.My problem is, after a thunder and lightening storm the other day, I came home to find all 3 units ringing. The only way I could silence them was to switch off t…Purchase or Repair:

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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:

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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:

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#Rittenhouse by ellen wright on 2019-03-18 14:12

who repairs or work on the old Rittenhouse intercom systems.I would like to do an upgrade. Since I already have holes in the wall from the old Rittenhouse. I would like to upgrade to something along this same size.

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#Rittenhouse by radu munteanu on 2022-04-20 17:35

Good day, I would need the wiring diagram for a Rittenhouse Clock Model 631/632. Just saved the clock from our old house before remodel and we want to install it back with a running clock and the chime.Thank youRadu 650-450-4806

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#Rittenhouse by Diane McCracken on 2010-10-26 15:22

Do you sell parts? I am looking for a replacement potentiometer for an Emerson-Rittenhouse RC 633. It is labeled Clarostat 140-6747/ 135-51.

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#Rittenhouse by IRA G NICHOLS on 2025-07-08 20:58

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 Corinne Censulla on 2012-02-29 17:56

I have a very old doorbell/ clock combination. The Model # is 450. The chimes work but not the clock. Since it is installed into the wall is there one the will replace using the same insert?

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#Rittenhouse by Gary Bowles on 2012-07-17 00:01

Need a wiring diagram to an intercom with a doorbell.Artolier Lighting & Sound Div.Rittenhouse OperationsHonoye, NYmodel: M7034serial: (stamped) 202 (hand written) 0 2234-1748The intercom is powered by a 16 volt transformer on a closet wall. The standard 2-tone doorbell is in the hall. The base unit…Purchase or Repair:

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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 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 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 Sharon on 2016-11-27 00:16

we have an old rittenhouse intercom system. the units look old but still works fairly well. need information on how to update system. we're remodeling in some areas and would like to check out updating units. don't have specs on the system. not sure of specs but Name on the system is Ritte…Purchase or Repair:

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#Rittenhouse by GENE LAYNE on 2016-07-28 12:11

Can you advise if a Emerson Rittenhouse RC 577 Doorbell mechanical chime will work with a 24V Transformer?I have a 16V and wanted to add a camera to this?ThanksGene 732-754-1205I cannot locate a manual im guessing this was made in the 70\'s

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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 Cyndi Taylor Krier on 2010-11-17 22:19

Can I order a replacement transformer for this doorbell from you?

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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 Gord on 2011-11-24 21:00

Jessica:I have the same model door chime, with the same problem. How did u make out with yours? Do you know any of the history of this chime. From what I can surmise, it was produced after WW2 and that would fit as it was in my parents house when i was born in 1954. I have a friend that is an electr…Purchase or Repair:

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#Rittenhouse by Clay Johnson on 2015-03-08 20:13

Please provide information or assistance regarding Rittenhouse part number C8578-1 135-7351-01, described as a door chime. Thank you.

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#Rittenhouse by George Pond on 2019-07-27 20:32

Can you repair the solo kids on this 1950s era doorbell?It’s generally ok except that some of the parts that slide in the tubes to ring the chimes are lost. I could send it in or you could sell me the parts to fix it myself. Thanks,George Pond

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#Rittenhouse by Ray Smith on 2011-11-29 00:44

very low sound no door chime

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#Rittenhouse by phil hartshorn on 2017-01-10 16:24

need wiring diagram for c8538r door chime

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#Rittenhouse by Eddie Rodriguez on 2019-10-13 21:47

I have a Master Model 631 & 632, The clock stop working. its showing the red dot on the face of the clock that indicates power failure. The chimes still work fine with no issue. Can you provide instruction on how to test and/or repair. Thank youEddie

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#Rittenhouse by Glenn Loiselle on 2012-08-09 11:58

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 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 martin stacy on 2015-11-30 23:17

Hi, I just moved into house with Artolier Musician M7011 by Rittenhouse which doesn\'t work. I know you don\'t know why it doesn\'t work but any ballpark guesses at repair cost if I ship it to you? My zip is 516539 thx

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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 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 Andrew Lazazzera on 2018-02-05 18:04

Have Model DS-2 Door Sentry w/ 16v. chime transformer -Rittenhouse #30 or = need local chicagoland technician to trouble-shoot the control box w/ its transformer.-believe transformer is problem.

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#Rittenhouse by Shigong Yang on 2008-08-27 03:12

The system is old and has not worked when I bought this house. Wish can fine some one to fixe and test it.

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#Rittenhouse by Candy Cicoria on 2011-07-14 01:45

I recently moved into a house that has the Rittenhouse All Transistor RCM-1 system in every room. It\'s obvious this system has not worked in a few years, but I want to repair it and keep it with the time of the home. A newer system would take away from it\'s appeal. Is there anyone in the Tulsa, OK…Purchase or Repair:

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#Rittenhouse by J. G. Colbert on 2010-09-28 22:30

The rheostat is broken on this unit otherwise the unit is as melodious as it was 40 years ago.The numbers on the rheostat are 1406417 and 135-51 The motor is a Telechron synchronous motor. 118V--16 Model 3151 RPM 3. W. 4.CantI purchase the replacement rheostat and have it shipped to PMB 399 at the a…Purchase or Repair:

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#Rittenhouse by Mary Anne Fuscaldo on 2009-12-25 23:04

I moved this door chime/clock when it was working from one home to another. The electrician that hooked it up did not do it correctly and I have no schematic for how it should be wired. I know it needs three wires but not sure on which of the 7 screws they get wired to. They do not indicate Com or T…Purchase or Repair:

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#Rittenhouse by craig cipriani on 2011-11-03 15:22

I hav a door chime and clock rittenhouse model 631 and 632 i need a wiring diagram for. any help i can get is appriciated thank you

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#Rittenhouse by Richard Burnham on 2021-03-28 21:10

Front and back door bells. I need a diagram showing how to connect the wires from the doorbells. Front works with one wire from Front doorbell going to Terminal B and the other going to Front in the 16 VAC group. I assumed one wire would go from Back doorbell to Terminal A and the other to Back in t…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 Jim Fields on 2012-11-19 16:03

I have a schematic for Models M7010, M7011, M7012, M7020. The document also has AM Alignment, FM Alignment, Troubleshooting chart, and list of replacement parts for printed circuit board.

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#Rittenhouse by Oscar Soltero on 2015-08-15 17:20

Hello, I am inquiring about part number Rittenhouse C8578-1 135-7351-01, which seems to be a door chime. My client is experiencing issues with it and would like further information on how to address the problem. Thank you for your assistance.

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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 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 Jamie Wingler on 2009-08-30 05:41

I have an inoperative Rittenhouse Model 7021 intercom system as well. Can I fix it or do I have to buy new?

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#Rittenhouse by Jeff Swiger on 2009-12-09 21:38

I would like to replace my working existing RMC-4 rittenhouse intercom with a compatible unit. While using the existing wires? Suggestions _ and would you be interested in the old unit and speakers - 8 + 1 doorThanks,

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#Rittenhouse by Debbie Solovey on 2014-10-25 01:56

Hello, I am living in the house I grew up in and all of a sudden I noticed thatthe front doorbell was not working. The side doorbell hasn\'t worked for a long time. I have done some research so I will give you the information I have.Nutone Chime Signal, made in USA 1952, Model K 26 902 or 002It is a…Purchase or Repair:

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