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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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 Vev lee on 2013-05-19 16:43

I need the wiring digram for model number c8535

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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 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 lausanne walter on 2008-08-03 14:55

I have about a 1984 model, 16.5 inches by 9 inch am/fm intercom unit........unit does not work anymore. Cannot pick up radio stations by dialing the knob......do you have a replacement unit that would fit this spot? Or is it repairable?Lausanne

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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 John Zeitler on 2012-12-05 22:32

I am looking for the cover that is a black plastic 8 3/8\" wide, 5 1/2\" high, and 2 1/8\" deep. Any idea where I can find a suitable replacement? Thanks.

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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 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 Barbara on 2006-08-27 17:45

This is an old system I would like to replace. Does the wire plugs have to be replaced. I would like sm=omthing that will be compatable with the wire plugs. Do you have any suggestionsThank You

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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 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 Terri McDougall on 2012-04-06 14:55

Our house was built in 1978 and we purchased it in 1997. It had the Rittenhouse monitor system in place with the main unit in the kitchen and smaller units scattered thought the house and in an attached apartment. The unit has never worked since we have been here and I was wondering if it is repaira…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 j and c on 2009-01-23 19:43

we have an old set of chimes which were taken from our hallway after a fire, now they require repair, model number is not visible, however, it is a four long pole, with 4 or 8 note feature.would love to repair this

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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 roger crosby on 2009-06-22 18:11

I have renovated my house. I have a Model RC577 chime that is not working. I seem to have all the parts, 4 chimes, motor, etc.Please help me figure out how to repair.thank you

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#Rittenhouse by Mark Ivess on 2011-08-01 00:00

Hey there, I've been tasked with looking into an issue with a Rittenhouse C8578-1 135-7351-01 door chime. I don't usually work on hardware like this, so I could really use some guidance on how to fix or replace it. Any help or advice you can provide would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!—>…Purchase or Repair:

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#Rittenhouse by Larry Graham on 2011-01-02 02:03

I am looking for a wiring diagram for a Rittenhouse, Spartan Electric, Fayettevile NC C8845 unit which is 30 to 35 years old. It seems to be either able to use two D cells or 16V transformer but I am got sure how to wire it up. Any ideas? Thanks.

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#Rittenhouse by DominicJ. Carini on 2009-07-23 03:03

I have a 30 year old rittenhouse door chime with the 4 sequential chimes, one of the plungers has gone lazy. I took the transformer out to try to clean it and lost the little spring that gives the plunger resistance . Do you have any ideas ?Or do you sell parts, perhaps a whole tansformer. I tried t…Purchase or Repair:

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#Rittenhouse by Ronda Plomteaux on 2007-08-19 15:03

I have a Rittenhouse intercom system and am unsure of the model #. It was installed in the 70\'s. I am painting my condo and would like to replace the ivory cover with a white cover. How would I go about purchasing just a cover? Thank you

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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 Mark Hefner on 2012-05-18 01:33

I have a emerson rittenhouse rcm 4 main unit with IR6 speakers throughout a house i purchased and am interested in upgrading the entire system. Is there a replacement system where it can be changed out?It will be a few months before I am ready to do it, but am trying to look at options and replaceme…Purchase or Repair:

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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 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 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 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 Richard Gilbert on 2014-03-13 02:02

Looking to replace the outside door bell speaker Mod. No.M9305

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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 glen e peterson on 2007-08-23 19:16

I h ave a rittenhouse intercom system that does not work star system 9000 I would love to get it to work again. Can you help me with this thankyou glen

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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 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 Don Meierhoff on 2013-01-01 10:50

Need a schematic for the Emerson-Rittenhouse Model rm20/rm22. Need to know transistor replacement numbers for the front end tuner.Thanks,Don

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#Rittenhouse by tom roegner on 2008-09-26 22:07

Eight chime unit {552} repeats sequence continually until switch is disconnected. Switch has been replaced but problem continues----any ideas and is it repairable.....

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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 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 Dick on 2018-12-06 23:40

Part #C80Q0 door bell switch.Can I order a replacement ?

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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 Patsy Goodwyn on 2014-09-27 23:39

We need to replace the long tubes on these chimes. They are look bad and we have lost one of them. Do you have the 4 tubes to replace the old ones with? If so, how much are they? Patsy

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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 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 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 Jo Ann Redmond on 2011-10-18 23:20

Good Evening,We have a Rittenhouse Intercom System (solid state Am/FM Radio Intercome) it has got to be at least 30 years old. We are looking to replace the outside speaker box (Nu-tone). Please let us know if this item is still available. We would give you more info on the system, but cannot find s…Purchase or Repair:

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#Rittenhouse by Ken Bentham on 2017-04-25 21:05

Bell is connected to two doors. The front door works fine. The rear door won't ring at all. Can't tell what might be disconnected. Any ideas would be a big help. Thanks.Ken Bentham

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