Thank you for the info. When I get the belt I will try it. I was able to download a PDF file for servicing the Beocord 5000. It failed to demonstrate more than one belt located on the tape drive mechanism. I could not determine any other locations that seemed to be a belt location. Perhaps I did not disassemble the unit adequately. I also have an issue

I was able to open the Beocord and discovered a deteriorated belt! I ordered a replacement belt. Turtable Basics has one in stock. Will replacing the belt correct the problem? Thank you for your comment. Where is the safety resistor located? Thank you again. Allen

Beocord 5000 turns on but will not open. I am able to manually open it. It does not play tape. It will not start. The counter does not read 0000.Any suggestions. The unit was purchased new in 1980's. It has never failed to work until now. Allen