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Is your turntable spinning while you clamp down?

I just got back into vinyl and I bought an inexpensive KAB clamp. So far, so good, but putting and removing the clamp can be a pain. What is the proper method? Do I turn off the turntable, change the clamp, or is it ok to clamp down and partially stop the turntable from spinning while I do this? My turntable is belt driven and I am wondering what clamping while the turntable is spinning will do to the motor and/or the belt. Is it my clamp? Can someone help an analog newbie?
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yourmama
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I don't know which turntable you have, but in general turning the motor on and off just can't be good for it. Why don't you replace the clamp with a stabilizer weight and save yourself the hassle. You can easily lift the stabilizer while your tt's spinning.

Mama
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