Purchased the Radiola model 18

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Thanks for the information. You make perfect sense.
I paid $40 for the radio. Shipping round-trip would be around for.
This dosenot include parts and labor. I could easily have over $200 in the set.

I've attached the ino from radiolaguys website. I have a coulpe of question regarding this tester.

Below is a diagram of a simple device you can make that will enable you to power up your radio without destroying the power transformer or causing damage. You will need to be able to make this simple test jig using a light
bulb, lamp socket and AC receptacle.

Okay I have a lamp socket. The AC receptacle. Dose this mean a wall receptacle?

Do I need to have a spilt power cord from the radio. One wire to the bulb one to the AC?

Thanks for your help!!

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