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Just got a record player. The arm will not move when I turn it on. What am I doing wrong?

March 5th, 2010 by admin

I got a sansui PL41 automatic record player. However, when I turn it on, the record will spin but the arm won’t move. It’s automatic/computerized and you can hear it doing something but the arm remains in its original position. Do I need to do something differently? Or do I need a new part? Thanks

This might sound a bit stupid, but have you unlocked the tonearm? And removed the transport locks after you bought it?

The arm should move when you press the "Auto" button – it will stay put when the platter is rotating though.

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2 Responses to “Just got a record player. The arm will not move when I turn it on. What am I doing wrong?”

  1. #1
    MunkeyQ
    March 5th, 2010 4:45 pm

    This might sound a bit stupid, but have you unlocked the tonearm? And removed the transport locks after you bought it?

    The arm should move when you press the "Auto" button – it will stay put when the platter is rotating though.
    References :

  2. #2
    lare
    March 5th, 2010 5:00 pm

    munkey is right. whether manual or automatic operation, the tone arm is a delicate part and is always shipped in a locked position to prevent damage. also in some players, the motor is suspended and is locked for safe transport. re-read the setup instructions again.
    References :

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