© Pro-Ject Audio Systems · VC-E · Revision 2020.02.03
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Using the unit
Please ensure that all assembly and set up steps have been followed as outlined in this manual. All
3 rocker switches ("main switch", "motor" and "vacuum" should be in position "0"). Connect the
power cord to the socket on the rear side of VC-E and turn the main switch to the "I" position.
Place a record on the bottom plate. Using moderate force, thread the top clamp plate on the
threaded tip of the centre spindle. Do not over-tighten. If the top plate and screw clamp are too
loose, the record will not turn even if the motor is running.
While the record is turning apply a generous amount of ready-to-use cleaning fluid (6 - 8ml) to the
record while holding the brush horizontally and gently pressing against the record, spread the fluid
across the surface of the record. Use only the necessary amount of fluid (6
–
8ml), enough to cover
the record, not the machine!
Do not apply Wash it in less than a 1:10 mix of fluid and water directly to the record! Do not use
cleaning fluids from other suppliers. Use only so little fluid that it is not regularly getting on the surface
of the machine. If this happens remove the excess fluid with a tissue.
Cleaning efficiency can be significantly improved by applying appropriate force on the cleaning brush.
Even more cleaning improvement can be achieved by using warmed-up Wash It cleaning fluid. Wash It
can be warmed in a microwave oven up to 40 degrees Celsius, please check temperature to avoid
record damage. Dilution ratio of warmed-up Wash it should be 1:20. Wash It is non-flammable and
non-toxic. Please note that you are doing all this at your own risk.
The motor can turn both directions or can be stopped during the application of the fluid,
depending on your personal preference. To change direction, choose the "I" position for clockwise
rotation or to the “II” position for counter
-clockwise rotation.
It is recommended that you use the brush to clean the record in both directions before vacuuming.
For better dissolving of impurities, wait a few seconds (longer in the case of heavily soiled records)
before starting the vacuuming process.
Once the record has been thoroughly cleaned in both directions, place the vacuum arm above the
record pointing at the spindle until it reaches its lock position
.
Turn the Vacuum motor
to the “I”
position. After the cleaning fluid has been thoroughly vacuumed, switch off the vacuum, followed
by the motor. Return the vacuum arm into its rest position and wait a few seconds for the record to
dry thoroughly. Unscrew the top clamp plate, turn the record over and repeat
steps for the opposite
side of the record.
The VC-E is equipped with automatic overheating protection, which switches the motor off in
case of excessive usage. After a cool-down period, the VC-E will return to its fully operational
status.
Preparation of Wash it concentrate to get ready-to-use cleaning fluid
The cleaning concentrate is usable for vinyl and shellac records and should be diluted before
application:
Mix 1 part of Wash it concentrate with 10-20 parts of distilled / demineralized water 1:10 is
better for old and dirty records. For common cleaning or cleaning with warmed-up cleaning
fluid a dilution ratio of 1:20 is sufficient.
