moodydan Posted June 4, 2012 Share Posted June 4, 2012 I picked up a Montgomery Wards suit case turntable recently (Model JWR-967A, from 1964), it'll be fun if I can get it working - I want to put it in my classroom. The table turns, everything has been cleaned and lubed, but here's my problem: When I turn it "ON" the table spins, the tone arm raises, moves to the record, lowers and plays, but only for a few seconds, then returns to the rest position. The cycle begins again, and repeats, and repeats, so on... I've tried aligning the main gear in a few different directions, but to no avail. If you have any experience with these types of tables, please help! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Team Avatar Posted June 5, 2012 Share Posted June 5, 2012 I haven't a clue, but just to troubleshoot - have you tried it with a different record? How about a 7"? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slinch Posted June 5, 2012 Share Posted June 5, 2012 I've had a similar issue with my first table, it was a fully automatic model from early 80s. It's a problem with the mechanism, basically something isn't working properly due to age/damage, but if you aren't really experienced with fixing electronics, you'd best take it to someone who is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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