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Old September 26th 07, 11:13 PM posted to rec.radio.amateur.boatanchors
Graham Graham is offline
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Default Restoring an old transmitter

On Sep 22, 5:08 pm, "Uncle Peter" wrote:
"Scott Dorsey" wrote in message

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Rick (W-A-one-R-K-T) wrote:
Using an inrush current limiter allows you to use a smaller fuse, which

protects you from such things. I recommend this in newer designs but of
course it's not in place in most boatanchors unless you retrofit it.
I don't know.

--scott
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"C'est un Nagra. C'est suisse, et tres, tres precis."


Excellent advice; and the ICL get's rid of the transformer "THUMP"
when the rig is switched on at the crest of a cycle.
It also does a lot to enhance the remaining
power switch contact point life.

Pete


Can allways wire a big lamp in series .. if it lights .. you have
problems

G ..