Probably too much grease in the bearing, spin the platter by hand till it loosens up then attach belt and let it run for a while. The excess grease will work its way out. Remember to clean it up after it settles.
Scoutmaster Platter problem
I'm likely overlooking something simple here, but would appreciate any suggestions from VPI owners. Recently acquired a Scoutmaster Sig. table, pre-owned, but truly in as-new condition. Problem: Set everything up meticulously to specs, but when turning the motor on, the table barely budges, motor's skipping just trying to move it. Obviously quickly shut it down, motor works perfectly w/o belt. Platter does not spin on its own easily on spindle - in fact when mounting, it moved ever so slowly down to the plinth. Spindle looks perfectly straight. So, is this just a matter of a little lithium grease? Looks like there's plenty on the bearing, but being the 2nd owner, not sure. Thanks very much for any suggestions/advice ~
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