[AMPS] Question on reforming caps NCL2000

Richard Carroll w0ex@scan.missouri.org
Fri, 11 Sep 1998 09:48:45 -0500


I have just acquired a very nice old
National NCL2000 amp (along
with the matching NCX5 transciever &
NCX-A supply )  that
hasn't been turned on in about 20 years.
I intend to bring it up
slowly to reform and avoid shock to the
old power supply electrolytics.
I have a 120vac variac, but none for
220, and I believe this should
work out OK, but what are the "gotchas"
involved? I feel that I should
remove the tubes as a precaution against
any possible damaging flashover.
Any  suggestions from those who are
familar with this amp?  Also
any loose 8122's around and available?
I'll want some spares if I keep it.

Dick W0EX


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