I recetly aquired a B & G system with a Beogram 4004. When I press start, the arm moves into position, but will not drop. I can push it down with my finger, but it pops back up. I don't have a user's manual, so it may be something silly that I'm doing. Any suggestions please?

Pat.

Hi Ziggy, if you hear a loud click** when the arm is expected to lower, then it is just dried lube on the mechanism. Fairly straight forward for the mechanically minded requiring partial strip and re-applying a good quality lube such as singer oil - there are lots of posts on this common issue to help you, although people are always willing to offer advice here!

I would highly recommend you download the service manual and follow the set up procedures to get the best out of the turntable. New belts and other kits / parts are available from member Dillen.

***Sorry I should say if there is no click it could still be due to a bad case of dried lube....

Thanks, I'll pick up some lube during the week and give it a try. It's been in my in-law's attic for about 10 years, so that could be it.

pick up some singer oil on ebay. Don't use anything like wd40, and I wouldn't advise 3in1 either. It is best to remove the arms but you will need circlip pliars for this, and a lot of care.

If it is simply dried lube (which is highly likely) then you really need to disassemble the mechansim & remove the old stuff before relubing & assembling. If you don't then the fault is likely to return in the near future.

I've attached a photo of the points which need attention. Silicon grease is your best option.

Thanks, I appreciate all the help.