1 kuzma stabi s12 turntable ……………………… instruction manual 2009-7.
2 kuzma ltd instruction manual for stabi s12 turntable the stabi s12 turntable is a very precisely engineered piece of equipment. The construction, however, is robust and requires little maintenance for optimal performance. However this is a version of stabi s to accommodate 12 inch ( 305 mm) tonear...
3 general description: the turntable is packed in one box on which is indicated whether an armboard for a different tonearm is included. The basic approach to the turntable design was the same as that of all our products. Its unique shape and construction from solid brass rods provide an extreme rig...
4 unpacking: the whole turntable with tonearm (if supplied) is packed in one box. Before unpacking the individual parts of the turntable, prepare the area where the unit will be situated. The best position is on a solid shelf which is strong and rigid enough to support the turntable. For best perfor...
5 basic setup: note: carefully unpack parts which are in protective plastic bags. Note: when assembling the motor tower and platter, ensure that the platter will not touch or damage the motor pulley!Check the distance of the motor tower from the t base. Note: while the parts are packed in plastic ba...
6 bearing oil: from the oil bottle, fill the bearing hole on the t base until the oil reaches the lower mark on the bottle. Subplatter: lift the aluminium subplatter from the box (fig 4) being careful not to touch the shaft with any sharp object such as keys, screwdrivers, etc. Remove the protective...
7 turntable setup: ensure that the turntable is levelled horizontally. Tidy up the mains cable that runs away from the signal wires as much as possible. Tonearm mounting: 12 inch (305 mm) tonearms: follow instructions provided with the tonearm. Basic distance is 295 mm from spindle to centre of the ...
8 use and adjustments: platter rotation: press the black mains switch at the front of the motor tower. Some starting noise may be audible from the belt in the first few weeks of use. Speed 45 rpm: the pulley fitted is for 33 rpm. Find the black plastic crown pulley ring which fits over the existing ...
9 maintenance: mat: the mat can be cleaned using a roller cleaner. Bearing: the oil in the bearing will last for 4 or more years. Running the bearing without oil will do little harm due to the materials used and type of construction. A few drops of oil can be added after this time but it should be r...
10 troubleshooting: platter not rotating: check the belt. Check mains connection. Very slow start: the belt tension may be out of range. Bring the motor tower away from the t base. Remove platter and belt and check if the subplatter rotates smoothly. Transportation: for short distances remove the pl...
