Hi all,
In 1981 I purchased a complete Beomaster 8000, Beocord 8000 and Beogram 8000.
I am investigating why my Beocord 8000 remains in standby.
I wish to remove the glass cover and the control panel
I have removed the glass cover successfully.
But the control panel is secured by three clips, behind the wooden border of the unit, that according to the service manual need to be pressed to release the control panel. My problem is I don't understand the graphic in the service manual.
I have the unit on it's back, with the front edge of the unit perpendicular to the floor. The three access points for the clips are clearly visible and I can make out the shape of the chips.
But how do you release the clips, and once released does the control panel lift up?
Do the clips have to be pressed simultaneously?
The diagram in the service manual is not at all helpful.
If anyone has removed the control panel I would appreciate knowing precisely how you were able to do so and what tools you used.
Many thanks,
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removing control panel on beocord 8000
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That panel is easier. With the top in normal (non-service) position, I'll position the Beocord on the edge on a table with the front edge of the Beocord overhanging. There are three rectangular holes in the bottom to get access to the clips. I start with the rightmost one. First put the screwdriver between the clip and the front of the deck. The first time you do this you'll probably need to visually locate the clip. Put upwards pressure on the right edge of the switch panel and twist the screwdriver just enough to release the clip. Once the the first clip is released, repeat for the middle and left clips, all while lifting up on the switch panel. After the front is free, lift it just enough the clear the front clips, then pull forward. After you've done this a few times, it can be done strictly by feel in about 10 seconds ;-). Glitchthank you so much...I was using the screwdriver tip to press the clip towards the floor, with the whole unit on its back, i.e. with the edge you are talking about pointing straight up. In that position when I insert the flat blade screwdriver into the slot, and press towards the floor, I am not pulling up on the switch panel , but pushing down towards the glass panel thinking that was the way to unlock. You are saying however that the clip is preventing an upward motion and that is what needs to be released while applying a gentile upward pressure. You have given me enough to go on. Thanks and regards, JayPlease Log In to Reply
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