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Old 01-07-2014, 12:58 PM
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I got some odd readings when testing the tapped filament resistor in circuit so took it out for a closer look.

It turns out that the resistive element inside is fine, but the tap for the UHF pilot light is open.


I got curious and scrapped away the coating around the open tap. Putting pressure on the metal plate reestablished continuity. I noticed some corrosion too.


I'll replace it with some power resistors.
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