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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 can get one? I appreciate your help.

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#Rittenhouse by Virginia Melchi on 2011-05-25 22:34

Purchased a use Rittenhous Westminster door chime / clock; Tetechron Motored, model #8633. I need a wiring diagram for this unit.Thank you,Virginia Melchi

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#Rittenhouse by k. chang on 2009-06-17 02:34

how do we get this old door chime to work again?we\'re already replacing the batteries, what else should we do?thanks

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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 Morris Hoagland on 2014-01-05 03:53

My Rittenhouse Master unit has failed. Is there a replacement unit I can purchase?

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#Rittenhouse by Albert M. Brien on 2012-07-29 04:52

I have an older system, it was still working but when a water pipe broke behind my kitchen wall, it soaked the unit and ruined it. I want to know how much it would cost to have it replaced so I can get back the intercom and music function. Thank youAlbert Brien

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#Rittenhouse by Jeff Picha on 2011-12-05 14:24

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 …Purchase or Repair:

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#Rittenhouse by e. jureller on 2024-12-01 00:00

Urgent Follow-Up Rittenhouse RM Intercom DownDear Team,I am following up on the previous message regarding the non-functional Rittenhouse RM intercom unit. It is imperative that we address this issue

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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 Yale Wolff on 2011-03-15 15:01

Have a Rittenhouse intercom system installed in 1956. There appears to be a dead short in the Master.Is there a NuTone Master AM/FM which will work with the satellite room units?

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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 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 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 Ray Smith on 2011-11-29 00:44

very low sound no door chime

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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 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 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 Donna Dodson on 2007-03-02 16:22

I would like to see if I can get this to work. But I don\'t know where to start.

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#Rittenhouse by van Aree on 2009-02-26 20:19

I am looking for a copy of Rittenhouse rm5 house intercom owner\'s manual.

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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 Warren Williams on 2020-04-18 04:45

4 Chime Doorbell With Clock .I Need Instriution Manual and wiring DiagramArtolier Lighting & Sound Div. Emerson Electric Co. Rittenhouse Operations Honeoye Falls NY 14472 Model C8633

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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 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 Jessica Memmott on 2010-07-22 18:45

My model 552 is not working. Licensed Electrician checked it out and it need replacement parts. I want to keep actual doorbell, because of sentimental reasons.

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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 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 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 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 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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#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 sonny sadler on 2011-11-21 16:12

i would like to have an updated model the one i have was installed in 1977 it makes noise, drifts off stations all controls are noisey and sound is garbled. can you tell me where to get help.

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#Rittenhouse by Robert King on 2010-08-02 01:52

I know this chime assembly is very old but is there a replacement kit for the hammers. they are sticking and perhaps the springs are just too soft. I\'d appreciate any help you can give me.

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#Rittenhouse by Eric Hoffman on 2007-12-23 04:40

I have just recently purchased a house that has a Rittenhouse Model 7300 Intercom system that does not work. I am trying to find a schematic for it. I know that it is an old system, but would like to use it to monitor my young children. Any help would be appreciated.Thank you.Eric Hoffman—> …Purchase or Repair:

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#Rittenhouse by Ellen on 2011-12-23 17:22

The installation manual has been misplaced and I am not sure which wires go to which connection. There is a red wire, a black wire, and a yellow with a green wire. The places to connect are for the front, rear, and transformer. Please advise. Also, there is a possibility that the transformer doesn\'…Purchase or Repair:

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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 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 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 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 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 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 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 Ken Selinger on 2012-06-06 02:03

We have an older intercom system M9325 stations, M9318, and M9322. We are wondering if there is anything we can do to reduce the standing hum.Thanks

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#Rittenhouse by Richard Greene on 2009-11-07 15:09

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 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 randy connelly on 2010-04-12 00:59

I need a Rittenhouse door bell botton part number C8000. Is this womethign you may have?

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#Rittenhouse by Wendy Morris on 2010-01-15 06:14

Our current cover is kind of an almond color. After remodeling our living room, all of the vents, outlets, etc. have been done in white. Would it be possible to purchase a white cover to replace the almond one for our door chime? What would the cost be?Please respond even if not available before I r…Purchase or Repair:

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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 edward havertong on 2012-08-11 17:33

I TOOK THE CLOCK TO A ANTIQUE DEALER HE TOOK THE MOTOR OUT AND REPLACED IT WITH A BATTERY UNIT. I AM LOOKING TO REPLACE IT BACK WITH THE ORIGINAL MOTOR.

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

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

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