Re: new practice PA amp!

"Richard Kaulfuss" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote in message
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> On Wed, 3 Dec 2003 15:23:02 +0100, "Chris Berry"
> <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>
> >Thanks Phil,
> >I'm hoping that the original valves weren't used that much (hence the
> >condition).
> >I'll put it through the avo tester first.
> >cb
> >
>   A couple of points:
>
>   If the amp has been lying idle for a number of years, it would be
>   prudent to re-form the electrolytics before applying the full mains
>   voltage. Otherwise there's a good chance they'll go bang.
>
>   If you ever have reason to change any of the connectors on the mains
>   lead, be aware that German kit of that vintage used the red wire for
>   earth.
>

Thanks for the tips. I was going to bring it up slowly anyway on a variac
(with the valves unplugged) to reform the caps.
Wasn't aware about the German red lead thingy but have just found the right
mains connector. Also located the Tuchel 3 pil screw in connectors for the
remote and mic input.
cb