New machine, but need some help

GrafonolaG50 · Post by **GrafonolaG50** » Thu Dec 25, 2014 2:48 pm

I received a VV-IV for Christmas, but the turntable runs too fast. By too fast I mean it appears to be running 90 or more RPM. What could be the problem, and how could I fix it. Also could a piece of old sewing machine belt be used as brake leather and or governor leather? Pictures will be posted later. Thanks again, and Merry Christmas.

STARR-OLA · Post by **STARR-OLA** » Thu Dec 25, 2014 3:11 pm

There is a dial on the front right in front of turntable to control the speed,but im assuming you know that

.merry xmas.

GrafonolaG50 · Post by **GrafonolaG50** » Thu Dec 25, 2014 6:52 pm

I have tried using the knob, on mine it is on the top left, most of the way down makes it sound like a machinegun, but doesn't slow it down. What can I do?

GrafonolaG50 · Post by **GrafonolaG50** » Thu Dec 25, 2014 6:59 pm

Check that, it's ALIVE!!!

Torjazzer · Post by **Torjazzer** » Thu Dec 25, 2014 6:59 pm

GrafonolaG50 wrote:I have tried using the knob, on mine it is on the top left, most of the way down makes it sound like a machinegun, but doesn't slow it down. What can I do?

It sounds as if your governor (speed regulating mechanism) is broken. Over time, the little weights become loose and fall off.

GrafonolaG50 · Post by **GrafonolaG50** » Thu Dec 25, 2014 7:03 pm

It's fixed, was turning the knob the wrong way. Now it is singing once again. Only thing it needs is a crank etucheon

GrafonolaG50 · Post by **GrafonolaG50** » Thu Dec 25, 2014 7:10 pm

Pictures, also is this machine oak or mahogany?

phonogal · Post by **phonogal** » Thu Dec 25, 2014 7:25 pm

Looks like oak to me.

Glad you got it working.

EdiBrunsVic · Post by **EdiBrunsVic** » Thu Dec 25, 2014 8:38 pm

Congratulations on the Victrola. Do you have some records that are from the time the machine was made?
See the PM, please.

GrafonolaG50 · Post by **GrafonolaG50** » Fri Dec 26, 2014 11:31 am

Thank you to everyone, and have a safe and happy holidays.

New machine, but need some help

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