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Fluance RT82, RT83, RT84, RT85   User Manual

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Important Safety Instructions

1. 

Read these instructions.

2. 

Keep these instructions.

3. 

Heed all warnings.

4. 

Follow all instructions.

5. 

Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. 

Clean only with dry cloth.

7. 

Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in 
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8. 

Do not install near any heat sources such as 
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus 
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. 

Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized 
or grounding type plug. A polarized plug has two 
blades with one wider than the other. A grounding 
type plug has two blades and a third grounding 
prong. The wide blade or the third prong is 
provided for your safety. If the provided plug does 
not fit into you outlet, consult an electrician for 
replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10.  Protect the power cord from being walked on 

or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience 
receptacles, and point where they exit from the 
apparatus.

11. 

Only use attachments / accessories specified by 
the manufacturer.

12. 

Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or 
when unused for long periods of time.

13. 

Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. 
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been 
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or 
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects 
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has 
been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate 
normally, or has been dropped.

14.  Water and Moisture – This product should be 

kept away from direct contact with liquids. The 
apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or 
splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, 
such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

15. 

Do not overload wall outlet. Use only power source 
as indicated.

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not use this plug with an extension cord, receptacle or other outlet 
unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure. To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not 

expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an 

equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the 
presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage  within the 

product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude 

to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is 
intended to alert the user to the presence of important 
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in 
the literature accompanying the appliance.

16. 

Use replacement parts as specified by the manufacturer.

17. 

The product may be mounted to a wall only if 
recommended by the manufacturer. 

18. 

Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, 
ask the service technician to perform safety checks.

19. 

Avoid installing this unit in places exposed to direct 
sunlight or close to heat radiating appliances such as 
electric heaters, on top of other stereo equipment that 
radiates too much heat, places lacking ventilation or dusty 
areas, places subject to constant vibration and/or humid or 
moist areas.

20.  Do not attempt to clean this unit with chemical solvents as 

this might damage the finish. Use a clean dry cloth.

21. 

Operate controls and switches as described in the manual. 
Before turning on the power, make certain that power cord 
is properly installed.

22.  This symbol means the equipment is a Class II or double-

insulated electrical appliance. It has been designed in 
such a way that it does not require a safety connection to 
electrical earth.

23.  Do not install this equipment in a confined or “boxed-in” 

space such as a bookcase or similar unit, and maintain 
good ventilation conditions. The ventilation should not be 
impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items 
such as newspaper, tablecloths, curtains, etc.

24.  Power Sources - This product should be connected to a 

power supply only of the type described in these operating 
instructions, or as marked on the unit.

25.  When moving or not using the appliance, secure the 

power cord (e.g., wrap it with a cable tie). Be careful not 
to damage the power cord. Before using it again, make 
sure the power cord has not been damaged. If the power 
cord has been damaged at all, bring the unit and cord to 
a qualified service technician for repair or replacement as 
specified by the manufacturer.

26.  Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when 

unused for long periods of time power cord has not been 
damaged. If the power cord has been damaged at all, bring 
the unit and cord to a qualified service technician for repair 
or replacement as specified by the manufacturer. Use 
caution when wearing loose clothing or articles near the 
spinning turntable.

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

WA R N I N G

WARNING:

 

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT 
EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE

CAUTION:

 

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE 
COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. 
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

Summary of Contents for RT82

Page 1: ...RT82 RT83 RT84 RT85 Reference High Fidelity Vinyl Turntable User Manual v2 4 Serious Performance Fluance com...

Page 2: ...mances in your home for years to come Fluance com resources Fluance com contact Fluance com support Don t forget to register your product with us Fluance com registration Thank you for your purchase o...

Page 3: ...Turntable 9 Step Six Balancing the Tonearm 10 Step Seven Connecting the RCA and Ground Cables 12 Step Eight Connecting the Power Adapter 12 Step Nine Playing a Record 13 Auto Stop Function 13 Mainten...

Page 4: ...st Cover Hinges RCA Audio Cable Power Adapter 45 Adapter Ground Cable Lifetime Customer Support Bubble Level 2 Year Warranty Headshell with Stylus RT82 OM 10 RT83 2M Red RT84 RT85 2M Blue RT85N MP 110...

Page 5: ...ulley 3 Motor Pulley Cap 4 Rubber Belt 5 Spindle 6 Rubber Turntable Mat RT82 RT83 RT84 Only 7 Speed Selection 8 Power LED 9 Counterweight 10 Anti Skating Control 11 Cueing Lever 12 Tonearm Lock 13 Ton...

Page 6: ...perly Tip The arrows help to align the notch on the motor cap with the post on the motor 3 Lift the rubber belt and place it around the motor pulley Rotate the platter several times to ensure the rubb...

Page 7: ...earm lock 1 Remove the headshell from the protective packaging and insert into the end of the tonearm 2 Slide the counterweight onto the end of the tonearm with numbers facing forward until it clicks...

Page 8: ...to avoid scratching it Install the hinges on the provided grooves located on the back of the dust cover CAUTION The hinges are spring loaded and can close with strong force Use caution when installin...

Page 9: ...justable Feet Bubble Level Lower Turntable Raise Turntable Bubble Position Turntable Adjustment Turntable is level when the bubble is within the circle Lower Back or Raise Front Lower Left or Raise Ri...

Page 10: ...ntire counterweight until the tonearm is balanced and floating horizontally when headshell is released Do not allow the stylus to touch the platter 6 Set only the counterweight indicator ring to 0 on...

Page 11: ...t to the correct value on the center line fig 1 8 Set the anti skating control value to match the recommended tracking force fig 2 Tip When setting the counterweight make sure you are turning the enti...

Page 12: ...se a similarly rated cable The Fluance RCA cable is available at www fluance com turntable accessories Step Eight Connecting the Power Adapter Ensure the power adapter is securely connected to a power...

Page 13: ...n knob to the correct RPM typically listed on your record Normal LP playback speed is 33 RPM 4 Unlock the tonearm lock 5 Lift the cueing lever 6 Move the tonearm to the desired starting point 7 Lower...

Page 14: ...ms Overhang 19 2 mm Effective Tonearm Length 224 mm Headshell Cartridge Mount Half inch Mount Fluance Headshell Weight 9 grams Replacing the Rubber Belt 1 With the platter installed remove the defecti...

Page 15: ...rofiber cloth to avoid scratching the surface Parts and Accessories Replacement parts and turntable accessories are available at www fluance com turntable accessories Stylus Care 1 When the turntable...

Page 16: ...re the record surface is clear of dirt and debris Also check that the record is not warped or deformed Inspect the stylus tip for built up dirt or debris Use a stylus cleaning brush to clean if necess...

Page 17: ...ier powered speakers Ensure the headshell is fully tightened and secured The turntable and other devices should be directly connected to a power outlet It is recommended to avoid power bars or extensi...

Page 18: ...Yes Anti skating Adjustment Yes Pivot Bearing Yes Cueing Lever Yes Material Aluminum Tonearm Wire 36 AWG Litz Cable 7 Strand Effective Tonearm Mass 21 78 grams 27 5 grams 21 1 grams Overhang 19 2 mm...

Page 19: ...grams 1 5 2 0 grams Vertical Tracking Angle 20 31 Rubber Belt Specifications Thickness 0 6 mm Width 4 5 mm Length 915 mm Output Specifications Connector RCA Gold plated Preamp No Separate Phono Pream...

Page 20: ...Two Year Warranty HiFi Turntables Two Year Warranty Batteries For Powered Speakers One Year Warranty Warranty Exclusions Products purchased from a dealer not authorized by Fluance Products with the s...

Page 21: ...alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance 16 Use replacement parts as specified by the manufacturer 17 T...

Page 22: ...is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired ope...

Page 23: ...spindle hole S See beside for cutout 2 Place the protractor on the spindle 3 With the stylus protector removed gently place the stylus on point A 4 Rotate the cartridge so that the sides of the cartri...

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