Teac X1000M problem - UK Vintage Radio Repair and Restoration Discussion Forum

msdavee · 16th Jul 2019, 1:45 pm

Hi. The tape deck hasn't been used in a long time, but when i press play it starts to play tapes then the tape between the the heads just starts to drop down. I hope someone can help.
Thanks
Dave

Ted Kendall · 16th Jul 2019, 4:57 pm

Failure points on these decks include the capstan belt and the pinch roller carriage, which can jam up completely as its grease stiffens with disuse. Check that both capstans are rotating and check the pinch roller mechanism for free movement.

16th Jul 2019, 1:45 pm	#1
msdavee Retired Dormant Member Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Blackburn, Lancashire, UK. Posts: 1	Teac X1000M problem Hi. The tape deck hasn't been used in a long time, but when i press play it starts to play tapes then the tape between the the heads just starts to drop down. I hope someone can help. Thanks Dave

16th Jul 2019, 4:57 pm	#2
Ted Kendall Dekatron Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Kington, Herefordshire, UK. Posts: 3,670	Re: Teac X1000M problem Failure points on these decks include the capstan belt and the pinch roller carriage, which can jam up completely as its grease stiffens with disuse. Check that both capstans are rotating and check the pinch roller mechanism for free movement.