Generally the switch that cuts the power to the motor also mechanically retracts the idler wheel.....

if the tt is in a console then it may be possible to kill the power with the tt switch/lever still in the engaged position.

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Topic - My idler post got me to thinking...how long should a belt sit without turning? - NuWave 21:22:08 09/3/08 (5)

When not running, the idler wheel is retracted away from the platter and motor - so it touches nothing - - richardz 01:55:13 09/4/08 (2)

RE: When not running, the idler wheel is retracted away from the platter and motor - so it touches nothing - - NuWave 06:23:29 09/4/08 (1)

Generally the switch that cuts the power to the motor also mechanically retracts the idler wheel..... - richardz 09/4/0814:40:53 09/4/08 (0)

I change a belt every year. (nt) - kuma 00:20:38 09/4/08 (0)

A few weeks should not pose a problem. - Opus 104 21:30:10 09/3/08 (0)

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Generally the switch that cuts the power to the motor also mechanically retracts the idler wheel..... - richardz 09/4/0814:40:53 09/4/08 (0)

Generally the switch that cuts the power to the motor also mechanically retracts the idler wheel.....

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