Please read use and care instructions in its entirety prior to setting up and operating your Crosley product.
Tips to Protect & Care for Your Unit
Note: As with any electronics maintenance, always unplug the unit from the power outlet to prevent the risk of electrical shock.
- Store in a cool and dry location.
- Lock the tone arm using the latch on the tone arm rest.
- Keep all accessories with the unit, i.e. manual, power adapters, etc.
- Do not stack anything on top of the unit.
- Use protective pads, such as felt, cork, or a non-reactive mat, under equipment with ‘rubber’ cushioning feet. Some chemical compounds used in the feet of electronics equipment may leave permanent stains or marks on your surfaces such as, but not limited to, solid wood, wood veneer, and painted wood.
Routine Maintenance
Needles
Skipping, sliding, or sound-related issues are at times generally caused by a worn or damaged needle.
Sapphire needles can last up to 100 hours depending on the condition of the records and proper usage.
Diamond needles can last up to 300–500 hours depending on the condition of the records and proper usage.
We recommend cleaning your needle by using a stylus brush to remove dust and debris as needed. It is strongly recommended to replace your needle at proper accumulated playtime intervals to avoid abnormal record wear. Keep in mind that all needle types will cause some wear to records, just at different extents over time.
Replacement needles and cleaning accessories can be purchased through the resources below or by contacting our Customer Service Team at 1-866-CROSLEY, Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 6 PM EST.
Instructions on how to properly install needles are available through Customer Service below.
Note: Needles are consumable items that will need to be replaced as part of the regular care and maintenance of the product.
Belts
Wobble, sway, or speed-related issues are generally caused by a worn or old belt.
Replacement belts can be purchased by contacting our Customer Service Team at 1-866-CROSLEY, Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 6 PM EST.
Instructions on how to properly install belts are available through Customer Service below.
Note: Belts are consumable items that will need to be replaced as part of the regular care and maintenance of the product.
Tape Deck
Static and hissing during cassette playback are generally caused by a dirty tape deck. We recommend cleaning the tape deck assembly at least once every 20 hours of use.
CD Assembly
Skipping-related issues are generally caused by a dirty CD player. We recommend cleaning CD assemblies using a CD lens cleaning kit every six months depending on actual usage of the unit.
Wood/Veneer
Dust frequently with a clean, soft, dry, lint-free cloth. Wipe the surface in the direction of the grain to remove dirt and fingerprints. We recommend polishing with Guardsman Furniture Polish® or any furniture polish. We do not recommend the use of aerosol-powered cleaners, polishes that contain silicone, waxes, abrasives, or are oil based.
ABS Composite Plastic/Vinyl
Dust frequently with a clean, soft, dry, lint-free cloth. Clean the unit with a slightly damp cloth and mild detergent. Rinse the cloth in clear water and wring it out, then wipe again to remove detergent residue. To prevent damage, use a dry cloth to wipe away excess moisture.
Accessories
Crosley offers a product line of various cleaning accessories. Use the resource below for more information.