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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 DAVE ROSS on 2007-05-18 16:21

EVERYTHING WORKS FIND..JUST WANT TO UPDATE OLD UNIT

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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 John Medina on 2013-02-22 19:58

Ubit was working fine, decided to hook up old style HI-FI unit per instructions and started blowing fuses. Looks like I created a short! Can you give me an idea of cost to repair and shipping charges? Thanks, John Medina

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#Rittenhouse by Brent Stoll on 2014-01-07 03:22

Label states Emerson Model S7671Rittenhouse DivisionArtolier lighting & soundEmerson Electric CoHoneoye Falls, New York 14472Second Label statesFire Alarm DeviceSingle and/or Multiple stationHome built in early 70\'s and have not found any information per this model and/ or type of device. If you ha…Purchase or Repair:

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#Rittenhouse by GARY KASPRZYK on 2007-12-26 16:12

I HAVE A RITTENHOUSE INTERCOM AM/FM SYSTEM , MODEL # 9042 AND I AM TRYING TO FIND OUT WHAT SIZE[POWER REQUIREMENT] TRANSFORMER [ 4 WIRE] I NEED. I DO NOT HAVE THE OLD ONE. ANY HELP WOULD BE APPRECIATED. THANKS

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#Rittenhouse by paul suter on 2007-02-12 03:05

I have a old intercom in an apartment building that has door locks, buzzer, and voice. the call and voice speaker does not work. all the other apartments are working good. Is there a replacement for the apartment units. or a upgrade?

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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 john rohter on 2011-03-03 21:43

Looking for instruction for the door chime opporation.

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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:

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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 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:

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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 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 Mark Hefner on 2013-03-03 02:30

i am looking to replace my intercom system and looking for a new system to replace it with.

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#Rittenhouse by Jens on 2007-09-29 19:23

Hi We stock this lamp in Sweden Price is 2 $ each + shipping (mail)JENSwww.JENSIgame.comJens@jensigame.com

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#Rittenhouse by Romeiser on 2015-01-12 13:41

There is a malfunction in the Rittenhouse C8578-1 135-7351-01 door chime, disrupting the production line. Immediate repair is required to resume operations

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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 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 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 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 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 David Smith on 2009-03-16 13:36

I need the three coils for the 526 Rittenhouse. ( a power surge burned 2 of the three).

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#Rittenhouse by tony on 2011-08-16 17:00

where can i find rittenhouse intercom/radio part??

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#Rittenhouse by william junker on 2010-03-20 16:08

I need a replacement part for this devise.

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#Rittenhouse by Qaiser Baig on 2012-07-01 04:25

Hi,Some one open the wires of my door bell Model C8550 (in the bell). Would you please give the wiring/connection diagram for this door bell so that I can re-connect the wire to operate my door bell.You co-operation & early response will be highly appreciated.Regards,Qaiser Baig—> …Purchase or Repair:

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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 Tony Falco on 2012-04-17 19:38

Do you have available a manuel for the emerson ritterhouse RCM-4 intercom. I have to re- install mine

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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 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 DARLENE on 2009-02-09 03:51

it will not turn off a red light stays on. do i need to replace or repair it.

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#Rittenhouse by Linda La Bruna on 2011-10-16 18:45

I have a Ritten House RM-2 Radio Intercom in original box with original instruction booklet AND an OR-11 Outdoor Remote Station I am looking to sell.If you or someone you know would be interested, please contact me.

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#Rittenhouse by Karen Noll on 2009-11-16 14:27

I am looking for a cover to Rittenhouse, model 912 (possibly 812, numbers are difficult to read). Can you help?

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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 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 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 dan mazzola on 2017-02-17 16:32

need a sequence timer for a emerson rittenhouse model # 632 631

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#Rittenhouse by bill whitacre on 2013-11-16 18:30

need to reconnect wires to front, rear & trans positions.

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#Rittenhouse by sue wardy on 2010-02-22 15:07

static, fade in and out radio. intercom doesn\'t work but don\'t care about that just want the fm on radio to work more consistently

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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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#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 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 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:

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#Rittenhouse by Jorge Crespo on 2015-05-11 04:05

Riitenhouse chime model C8538R to connect into the AC adapter 16 volt .

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#Rittenhouse by Donald Brown on 2017-07-07 23:15

I need to have a bulb replacement performed on a 1980ties vintage bronze doorbell. The spring works fine but light nolonger stays on.Regards, Don

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#Rittenhouse by Dan Mazzola Sr on 2020-05-31 15:36

I’m in need of a sequence timer for the above mentioned Emerson Rittenhouse clock/chimePlease advise on getting 1 of them by email or by calling me at 617/590-3509New or reconditioned

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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 Jason on 2021-11-27 23:30

I believe it was 16v AC current . not DC at least thats how mine is.

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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:

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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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