Yamaha PX-3 PX-3 OWNERS MANUAL - Page 6

PX-3 BEFORE ASSEMBLY Headshell EP adaptor Main weight Cartridge setting gauge r a 11 11 0 0 Cartridge set screws 0=18mrn x 4, 10mm x 4) Sub. weights Dust cover hinges Serial nuts. x 2 Fig. 1 • HOW TO REMOVE THE TRANSIT BRACKET ANC, SCREWS The arm unit has been secured with screws from the underside of turntable, and by a special transit bracket at the front end of the tonearm. Remove the bracket and screws before using the PX-3. Keep them with'the packing materials for future transport. 1. Remove the transit bracket (front of tonearm). When transporting, do not forget to resecure the tonearm. Lower the tonearm to its lowest position. Firmly tighten the LOCK A knob and fix it in position with the transit bracket and vinyl string. Phillips screwdriver 2. Remove the three transport screws (underside of turntable). When transporting, do not forget to resecure the arm unit with the screws. O Transport fixing screw Fig. 3 HOW TO SECURE THE ARM UNIT FOR TRANSPORT When it is necessary to transport the turntable, the arm unit should be secured without fail in the following sequence to protect the arm unit. Failure to secure the arm unit when the unit is transported may lead to disorders. 1. After moving the tonearm to the extreme right, dis- connect power. Then, remove the platter, headshell, dust cover and main weight. 2. Referring to Fig. 3, secure the arm unit in place with the three transport screws. 3. Referring to Fig. 2, secure the tonearm in place with the transit plate and vinyl string. * Be careful not to overtighten the screws. ■ MOUNTING THE TURNTABLE PLATTER 1. Insert your fingers into the two holes in the turntable platter as shown in Fig. 4 and then securely position it over the center shaft. Check to make sure that the platter is securely positioned. 2. Place the rubber mat on top of the turntable platter. Mounting the platter Rubber mat - Platter - Center shaft C:2 4O1 Fig. 4 Fixing screws (2) 5 Transit bracket Remove the vinyl string before unscrewing Fig. 2