Let's try this again, but directed to the right email!
Richard, there is an article in the September issue of QST called
"Amplifier Care and Maintenance" (pages 33-37). You can obtain a PDF
from the ARRL web site if you're a member.
73, de Mike, K9UW
Amherst, WI
On 12/6/2011 5:44 PM, Richard Schmidt wrote:
> Just received a new Centurion amplifier. My first big tube amp and am
> anxious to take care of it. Have been in ham radio long years and
> understand the problems accumulated dust can cause. I am thinking about
> the best way to periodically clean it. The least physical impact upon
> components seems to be the use of compressed air at a modest psi level.
> I am not sure how many psi that would be. Light brushing with a small
> natural bristle paint-type brush also seems good, particularly on the
> cooling fan blades. This amp has pc boards and components that look
> like small ic chips. The appearance of this kind of construction sends
> up red flags concerning generating static electricity while cleaning.
> What do you think? Suggestions/war stories are welcome. I use an Omni
> VII exciting the Centurion to a big GAP Voyager vertical via the Ten-Tec
> high power antenna tuner (current version). Thanking you in advance for
> your comments.
>
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