>
>
>On Thu, 23 Nov 2000 17:19:35 -0800 measures <2@vc.net> writes:
>
>>>> Other than the normal high voltage pre-cautions and reforming of
>>>> the caps, are there any other specifics I should look out for on
>>>> the DRAKE L4-B.
>
>
>>>The tubes. 3-500Z's often don't do well sitting for years. They tend
>>>to gas up a bit, and may flash over when powered up.
>
>
>>story time
>
>Rumor has it this only occurs after thanksgiving dinner and encompasses
>all glass enveloped tubes not just the 3-500z. Therefore all glass tubes
>should be replaced yearly. This is exactly why all TV sets are sold at
>reduced prices during this time of year. They know they are gassied up
>abit
>from sitting around a year unused. Computer users have known for years
>that
>monitors are replaced every year because of the gas problem here it is
>readily noticed by a reduction in bright commentary on the internet.
>Contrary
>to popular belief this is not related to the chemical break down in the
>body of ethanol or other controlled substances... They are all just gassy
>too!
>
>With that said there is a new service policy concerning all services on
>amps with glass enveloped active devices. If they come in before
>thanks-
>giving we have to fix them. If after thanksgiving we simply sell the new
>active devices and then fix them. This applies for six months after the
>new year so we can make as profit before fiscal end.
>
>Thanks for your interest and query in this matter.
>
not bad, not bad.
cheers, Jerry
- Rich..., 805.386.3734, www.vcnet.com/measures.
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