Garrard MODEL 2000 4 SPEED RECORD CHANGER AND PLAYER
Features
- A compact record changer of modern design and appearance, styled by leading industrial designers and engineered to a high standard of performance and reliability. Specially made Pickup Pivots allow low stylus pressures.
- Plays automatically up to 8 records of 7", 10" and 12" diameter at the same speed and stylus setting.
- Selects correct record size with records mixed in any order.
- May be stopped and restarted without rejecting the record being played.
- Plays large centre hole 7"-45 r.p.m. records using spindle type L.R.S.10 (optional extra).
- May be used manually as a single record player.
- Designed to play at low stylus pressures.
- Large diameter Turntable increases stability.
To Operate
Auto
- Set stylus to suit records and free pickup arm on rest.
- Set speed control to correct speed.
- Place records horizontally on record spindle step and swing overarm fully inwards.
- Switch on by moving control to 'Auto'.
After playing all records, pickup arm will return to rest and unit will switch off.
To unload
- Lift overarm and swing to right.
- Lift records clear of spindle, even if replaying same records.
Manual
- Place record on turntable by threading over record spindle. Swing overarm fully inwards.
- Switch on by moving control to 'Manual'.
After playing record, pickup arm will return to rest and unit will switch off.
The record spindle may be replaced by a short manual spindle (optional extra) for manual operation.
Reject
A record being played may be rejected by moving control to 'Auto'.
Stop
Move control to 'Off' and motor will stop with pickup remaining on record. Restart by moving control to 'Manual' and same record will continue playing.
Note
To avoid stylus damage, avoid switching to 'Auto' until records are loaded on record spindle.
To obtain best results, store and clean records as recommended by the record manufacturers.
Do not leave records on unit when not in use.
Installation
When your equipment is installed, check that the 2 transit screws are screwed down clockwise allowing the changer to float freely on its suspension springs. For transporting, screw the transit screws counterclockwise to lock the unit plate against the motor board.
Service Information
If you require advice not covered by this leaflet, please write to our Technical Service Department; for spare parts and service returns write to our Service and Spares Department.
Address: 50-54 Radnor Street, Swindon, Wilts. (Swindon 22606).
Factory Address: Newcastle Street, Swindon, Wilts. (Swindon 5381).
Mechanism Diagram Labels
A detailed schematic illustration of the Garrard Model 2000 record changer mechanism is presented, highlighting key operational and adjustment points. These include: Selector, Adjustment For Stylus Pressure, Overarm, Record Spindle, Transit Screw, Turntable & Record Spindle Retaining Clip, Pick-up Cartridge, Unit Plate, Automatic Control, Adjustment For Pick-up Height, Pick-up Rest & Retaining Clip, Transit Screw, Adjustment For Pick-up Dropping Position, and Restrictor, and Speed Change Control.
Note: This is your service sheet and should be carefully retained.
Maintenance
The motor, turntable spindle and rubber intermediate wheel bearings are of the oil retaining type and rarely need lubricating. When the need for oil is apparent, remove the turntable and lubricate these bearings with a fine grade oil. Remove any excess oil, particularly from the motor pulley, rubber intermediate wheel and inside turntable rim by wiping these driving surfaces with a clean cloth. Oil pivot points if stiffness becomes noticeable. If pickup arm pivots are lubricated, use only a fine grade oil.
To remove turntable
- Pull out the record spindle and unclip the retaining clip, noting its location for correct re-assembly.
- Lift the turntable with equal pressure on diametrically opposed sides.
The Overarm
When swung fully inwards the overarm must drop freely in its location. If stiff, remove circlip on overarm spindle (beneath unit), withdraw overarm and clean and oil its spindle.
Service Adjustments
Speed variation
Speed variation may be caused by warped records slipping. If this is so, play singly or put adhesive tape on record labels to improve drive. Oil on driving surfaces may cause speed variation (see Maintenance). Should the equipment run fast or slow consistently, check that the motor and motor pulley match the power supply. The motor end cover is stamped with its power supply details and the motor pulley, if the removable type, is colour finished, nickel for 50 cycles and brass for 60 cycles power supply.
Check that the rubber intermediate wheel runs in the centre of the appropriate step on the motor pulley and is not rubbing the side of the adjacent step. If necessary adjust the intermediate wheel height-setting blade. This blue spring steel blade is found beneath the unit plate and adjusts the position of the spindle on which the rubber intermediate wheel is mounted.
Pickup Dropping Position
Adjustment is provided by means of the horizontal screw beneath the pickup arm. Turn the screw clockwise to move the pickup arm in and counterclockwise to move the arm out.
Pickup height
The degree of lift is adjusted by the vertical screw at the rear of the pickup arm. Turn the screw clockwise to decrease and counterclockwise to increase pickup height. The stylus point should be set 1” above the unit plate surface as the arm returns to its rest.
Stylus Pressure
The stylus pressure is altered by ratchet adjustment. Pull the ratchet finger, found on the underside of the pickup arm, towards the pickup head to decrease pressure. To increase, release the ratchet finger indexing spring, taking care as the finger springs back, then reset to the position giving the required stylus pressure. If a pickup arm lift restrictor is fitted, turn it counterclockwise to release, before adjusting stylus pressure.
Pickup
Replace stylus when worn and keep free from accumulated dust.
GARRARD STYLUS PRESSURE GAUGE MODEL SPG3
An Indispensable Accessory for the Enthusiast
- Easily readable scale, visible through a clear plastic window, reading 0-12 grammes, with +/- gramme indications.
- Accurate through the entire scale, 0-12 grammes.
- Plastic Scale Pan - no damage to delicate stylus.
- Will accommodate all current Pickup Arms and Heads.
- Supplied complete with a 5 gramme checking weight.
Stylus Pressure Gauge Diagram Labels
A diagram of the Garrard Stylus Pressure Gauge (Model SPG3) shows its components: Pointer, Transparent Top Cover, Test Weight, Scale Pan, Adjusting Screw, Setting Knob, and Setting Line On Cover.
Spindle Types
- Large Record Spindle LR$10: For use when playing records with a large centre hole.
- Short spindle: For manual operation.
