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Originally Posted by redk9258
NO do not remove the stuff from the top. Remove any plugs , wires etc. Remove the loading mechanism.. should be a couple of screws. Now you should see 3 or 4 screws holding the whole mechanism to the plastic frame. These should be pretty large screws. Now lift the whole mechanism out and flip it over carefully on a towel or something soft. Now you can get to the mode switch and mode belt.
The SM that I downloaded is missing parts of the exploded views. I'm guessing yours is the same.
Try this manual. I believe the mechanism is the same as yours....
https://freeservicemanuals.info/en/s...950E/HRD950EG/ |
Yes, mine is missing the mechanism sheet. I could extract these pages and make a complete manual. It even has the cable I couldn't figure out how to disconnect, which was also covered by 12voltVid's video. Very helpful. I watched a lot of his videos before posting here trying to find an analogous VCR troubleshooting video that would help. I was tempted to send my VCR to him for repair, but the shipping would be cost prohibitive.
Unfortunately I still don't see how to access the mode switch without removing the entire mode assembly, which is interconnected with the A/C head assembly. That's what is stumping me. However, once I have the whole thing out, maybe it'll become more clear and easy. I'll also be able to take better pictures.
Thank you everyone for the help! It's been invaluable.