A great copy of the manual, and the only one I could find anywhere on the net! The circuit diagrams are easily readable, all component values marked and easy to see. A highly appreciated download!
The TEAC A-1500's Service Manual was instrumental in reviving this classic reel-to-reel. Not only does it have the schematics, exploded parts diagram and parts list, it also provided mechanical adjustment information that approximate factory default settings.
Text excerpt from page 23 (click to view)
5-2. Precautions for Handling the Drive
In performing a repair, observe the following precautions.
1 Do not turn the power switch on until the palmrest and the keyboard are installed completely. 1
2 If the power switch is to be turned on with the set in disassembled state, be sure to load a dummy disc in the drive. 2
Keyboard
Palmrest
3 If the power switch is to be turned on with the set in disassembled state for checking the drive condition, be sure to turn the power switch on with the tray drawn out. 3