Teleton STP812 8 Track player - Page 2 - UK Vintage Radio Repair and Restoration Discussion Forum

DMcMahon · 25th Mar 2023, 12:13 am

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Originally Posted by RWM1513

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Originally Posted by Restoration73

Sorry if the guidance seems heavy, but we're dealing with the mains supply. If you
replace the original capacitor with a snubber, that is satisfactory.
Many manufacturers exporting to the US market (110 volts mains) simply changed
the transformer for 240V for europe. A single pole switch in live mains is not ideal but that's
how it is.

So if I bought the snubber, is it a straight fit....no additional stuff to add?

Yes correct.

David

RWM1513 · 25th Mar 2023, 11:10 am

Here's the info on the component

I hope this helps 👍

Restoration73 · 25th Mar 2023, 11:22 am

Yes thats the culprit, remove and replace. When you fit the new part slide some
insulation over the wires (e.g. remove from a surplus piece of wire) and you do not
have to cut the new wires short.

peter_sol · 25th Mar 2023, 11:24 am

To prove that capacitor is shorted, just cut one of its leads.
With the unit unplugged obviously.
It's only there to stop audible clicker when the micro switch operates.

Restoration73 · 25th Mar 2023, 11:28 am

It also reduces short range interference to AM radio and VHF television.

RWM1513 · 25th Mar 2023, 12:57 pm

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Originally Posted by Restoration73

Yes thats the culprit, remove and replace. When you fit the new part slide some
insulation over the wires (e.g. remove from a surplus piece of wire) and you do not
have to cut the new wires short.

Fantastic advice and help.

Where will I get another part?
Will it be the exact same part or different.

If its different will it go onto the same position or will there be others to add?

RWM1513 · 25th Mar 2023, 12:58 pm

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Originally Posted by peter_sol

To prove that capacitor is shorted, just cut one of its leads.
With the unit unplugged obviously.
It's only there to stop audible clicker when the micro switch operates.

Thank.you for your help.....im slowly, very slowly learning.
I'm just glad I have you guys/gurus to turn to

RWM1513 · 25th Mar 2023, 1:02 pm

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Originally Posted by RWM1513

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Originally Posted by peter_sol

To prove that capacitor is shorted, just cut one of its leads.
With the unit unplugged obviously.
It's only there to stop audible clicker when the micro switch operates.

Thank.you for your help.....im slowly, very slowly learning.
I'm just glad I have you guys/gurus to turn to

Clipped it.....and its working the way it should work.

Omg......you guys are fantastic.

So, with it being cut, does it need to be replaced or do I need to fit a new one?

What are the issues if I leave it cut without replacing it?

Restoration73 · 25th Mar 2023, 1:18 pm

I would use the part I suggested in #13. Without it there may be an annoying click on
the sound or nearby radios - like a fridge thermostat switching off.

RWM1513 · 25th Mar 2023, 1:36 pm

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Originally Posted by Restoration73

I would use the part I suggested in #13. Without it there may be an annoying click on
the sound or nearby radios - like a fridge thermostat switching off.

So...the stubber component.
Which way would it need to be soldered in?

A £1.35 part and they want £13+ including shipping....omg lol

peter_sol · 25th Mar 2023, 1:43 pm

That's expense.
Maybe someone has something they can send you
Even a capacitor on it's own.

RWM1513 · 25th Mar 2023, 1:46 pm

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Originally Posted by peter_sol

That's expense.
Maybe someone has something they can send you
Even a capacitor on it's own.

They want a tenner just for handling.

I'm not tight but I hate getting ripped off.

They say there a UK based company/hub and I'm in the UK

Restoration73 · 25th Mar 2023, 1:54 pm

Please PM your address and I'll post one.

RWM1513 · 25th Mar 2023, 2:27 pm

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Originally Posted by Restoration73

Please PM your address and I'll post one.

Replied by PM

your sn absolute star.

Restoration73 · 25th Mar 2023, 2:35 pm

Please note that advice and guidance on here is given free by knowledgeable enthusiasts
and/or qualified professionals. If particular suppliers are recommended,(there are few left)
we do not receive sponsorship and there is no intention that anyone is "ripped off".

RWM1513 · 25th Mar 2023, 2:55 pm

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Originally Posted by Restoration73

Please note that advice and guidance on here is given free by knowledgeable enthusiasts
and/or qualified professionals. If particular suppliers are recommended,(there are few left)
we do not receive sponsorship and there is no intention that anyone is "ripped off".

I totally understand.
I'm admin on a car forum and we work with the exact same principles.....I know its different but you get to know who to deal with and who not to.
You only get out of a forum from what you put in.

Thanks once again to you sir and to everyone who has helped me with this topic.

It's very much appreciated.

Rab......

RWM1513 · 28th Mar 2023, 1:09 pm

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Originally Posted by Restoration73

Please note that advice and guidance on here is given free by knowledgeable enthusiasts
and/or qualified professionals. If particular suppliers are recommended,(there are few left)
we do not receive sponsorship and there is no intention that anyone is "ripped off".

Part arrived today and overwhelmed with the generosity shown to a complete stranger.

Pm'd kind sir

25th Mar 2023, 11:10 am	#22
RWM1513 Triode Join Date: Oct 2021 Location: North Lanarkshire, Scotland, UK. Posts: 25	Re: Teleton STP812 8 Track player Here's the info on the component I hope this helps 👍 Attached Thumbnails

25th Mar 2023, 11:22 am	#23
Restoration73 Nonode Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Surbiton, SW London, UK. Posts: 2,800	Re: Teleton STP812 8 Track player Yes thats the culprit, remove and replace. When you fit the new part slide some insulation over the wires (e.g. remove from a surplus piece of wire) and you do not have to cut the new wires short. __________________ Home, home again - I like to be here when I can

25th Mar 2023, 11:24 am	#24
peter_sol Octode Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Welwyn Garden City, Herts. UK. Posts: 1,868	Re: Teleton STP812 8 Track player To prove that capacitor is shorted, just cut one of its leads. With the unit unplugged obviously. It's only there to stop audible clicker when the micro switch operates.

25th Mar 2023, 11:28 am	#25
Restoration73 Nonode Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Surbiton, SW London, UK. Posts: 2,800	Re: Teleton STP812 8 Track player It also reduces short range interference to AM radio and VHF television. __________________ Home, home again - I like to be here when I can

25th Mar 2023, 1:18 pm	#29
Restoration73 Nonode Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Surbiton, SW London, UK. Posts: 2,800	Re: Teleton STP812 8 Track player I would use the part I suggested in #13. Without it there may be an annoying click on the sound or nearby radios - like a fridge thermostat switching off. __________________ Home, home again - I like to be here when I can

25th Mar 2023, 1:43 pm	#31
peter_sol Octode Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Welwyn Garden City, Herts. UK. Posts: 1,868	Re: Teleton STP812 8 Track player That's expense. Maybe someone has something they can send you Even a capacitor on it's own.

25th Mar 2023, 1:54 pm	#33
Restoration73 Nonode Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Surbiton, SW London, UK. Posts: 2,800	Re: Teleton STP812 8 Track player Please PM your address and I'll post one. __________________ Home, home again - I like to be here when I can

25th Mar 2023, 2:35 pm	#35
Restoration73 Nonode Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Surbiton, SW London, UK. Posts: 2,800	Re: Teleton STP812 8 Track player Please note that advice and guidance on here is given free by knowledgeable enthusiasts and/or qualified professionals. If particular suppliers are recommended,(there are few left) we do not receive sponsorship and there is no intention that anyone is "ripped off". __________________ Home, home again - I like to be here when I can