Possible short in a Turntable

[jwharris]

I am thinking about buying a turntable stereo I found on craigslist for $35.

http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/atq/2734452921.html

The ad says nothing about any problems but when I contacted the guy he emailed me back and said "the turntable is blowing fuses, which means it has a short, (something which is very easy to fix}, which is why it is listed so cheaply. I recommend you buy and fix."

My question is, is this an easy fix for someone who is an amateur at this or should I move on and find something else? I am just looking for something small that works that I can play some records on.