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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 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: ...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 in place?

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#Rittenhouse by Jennifer Walker on 2009-04-26 01:22

I have read several threads asking about updating an old Rittenhouse system. I would like to do the same, hopefully avoiding the need to replace drywall, etc., since this system is considerably larger than the Nutone products. I couldn\'t find any responses addressing whether or not there were solut…Purchase or Repair: ...I have read several threads asking about updating an old Rittenhouse system. I would like to do the same, hopefully avoiding the need to replace drywall, etc., since this system is considerably larger than the Nutone products. I couldn\'t find any responses addressing whether or not there were solutions available. This system is working fine, it just looks silly with the updates we have made to the house. Thank you!

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#Rittenhouse by JENNIFER SMITH on 2011-09-21 15:16

I have a Ritten House Model 620R that needs to be repaired. The chimes are off of it and I have the motor ?? and clock box just needs to be put back together. I would love to have this repaired for my husband. We came across this clock out of a rental house we own and very sadley our renters damaged…Purchase or Repair: ...I have a Ritten House Model 620R that needs to be repaired. The chimes are off of it and I have the motor ?? and clock box just needs to be put back together. I would love to have this repaired for my husband. We came across this clock out of a rental house we own and very sadley our renters damaged it. It at one time was on the wall and still working. My husband was so upset. Could you please help and give me a price on getting it repaired.

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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: ...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 repairable?

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#Rittenhouse by Kathy Grant on 2018-09-24 16:43

I recently purchased an older home that has a Model # RC-475 - 16 volt door chime that works fine, but lacks the cover. Is it possible to purchase just a cover from you or is something like this no longer available. Amazon has one but the mfg. dimensions wouldn't fit. As close as I can measure …Purchase or Repair: ...I recently purchased an older home that has a Model # RC-475 - 16 volt door chime that works fine, but lacks the cover. Is it possible to purchase just a cover from you or is something like this no longer available. Amazon has one but the mfg. dimensions wouldn't fit. As close as I can measure where the unit is installed on the wall are approx. 6 1/2 in.x 8 1/2 x 2". Can you help, or perhaps give me some info. as to where I might be able to find one.Thanks for any help. Have a good day.Kathy Grant

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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: ...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 between the 380 and the 382?

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#Rittenhouse by Maryellen Boudria on 2009-07-19 19:15

I have a Rittenhouse chime Model #410 with it\'s companion two chime on second floor of our 1927 home. The door bell chime works however we are not getting all chimes to work. Only two tones downstairs. Can this be repaired? Please advise.Also, can you tell me how old this model of Rittenhouse is?Ma…Purchase or Repair: ...I have a Rittenhouse chime Model #410 with it\'s companion two chime on second floor of our 1927 home. The door bell chime works however we are not getting all chimes to work. Only two tones downstairs. Can this be repaired? Please advise.Also, can you tell me how old this model of Rittenhouse is?Maryellen C. Boudria

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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: ...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 in North Carolina? Hope to hear from you soon.Doug WoodH501-225-3139C501-831-1157

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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: ...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 resort to spray painting our current one. Thank you very much.

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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: ...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 played music would be OK with me.

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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: ...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 serial number.Thank you in advance for your help with this problem.Jo Ann

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#Rittenhouse by Art on 2011-02-07 18:45

My dad just passed away and I\'m moving his Rittenhouse Westminster clock/chime from his place to mine before selling the house. I believe it is a model 631 or 632 but I\'m not sure - WHERE CAN I FIND THE MODEL NUMBER? (I\'ve seen pics of what appear to be identical units labeled 631/632).I\'ve got …Purchase or Repair: ...My dad just passed away and I\'m moving his Rittenhouse Westminster clock/chime from his place to mine before selling the house. I believe it is a model 631 or 632 but I\'m not sure - WHERE CAN I FIND THE MODEL NUMBER? (I\'ve seen pics of what appear to be identical units labeled 631/632).I\'ve got it hooked up and the basic functions seem to be working - ie front doorbell and westminster chimes.However, as a kid, I seem to remember this thing also chiming on the hour and perhaps, single notes on the quarter hour, but it doesn\'t do that any more. Am I imagining things or has dad disabled this function somehow?I do see two screws on the extreme upper-right of the circuit board that have a jumper installed. What\'s that for?Lastly, I\'d like to install a 2nd door bell in the basement (I work at home, in my office basement and can\'t hear the main bell all the time). Before installing the Rittenhouse, I just had two bells wired together in parallel, but when I tried to do this with the Rittenhouse, it just triggered the chimes. What is the terminal marked EXT FRONT for?Thanx....

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#Rittenhouse by SUSAN R BOYD on 2006-05-16 13:16

My mom and dad has an old (approx.37yrs) rittenhouse intercom system and they need a replacement bulb for the main unit. I\'ve tried searchingonline but since mom nor dad know the exact part # i\'m having no luck.Dad said it was a low wattage pilot lamp?? GE19 or R19???? Any help you can offer would…Purchase or Repair: ...My mom and dad has an old (approx.37yrs) rittenhouse intercom system and they need a replacement bulb for the main unit. I\'ve tried searchingonline but since mom nor dad know the exact part # i\'m having no luck.Dad said it was a low wattage pilot lamp?? GE19 or R19???? Any help you can offer would be appreciated.Sincerely,Susan

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#Rittenhouse by Tracy BROWNING on 2017-01-13 09:02

I have an old Rittenhouse door chime that is missing it's tubular bells. Home built in 1932. Chime cover has two decorative brass musical notes and a few horizontal brass what look like pinstripes. After researching, I believe it's 30's vintage and original to the home. I would love i…Purchase or Repair: ...I have an old Rittenhouse door chime that is missing it's tubular bells. Home built in 1932. Chime cover has two decorative brass musical notes and a few horizontal brass what look like pinstripes. After researching, I believe it's 30's vintage and original to the home. I would love it to be working, hopefully restored. Let me know what you need from me.

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