Resistor or jumper at hv rectifer socket: Zenith 25mc30

[Tubejunke]

Originally Posted by Zenith6S321

DO NOT replace the resistor. Solder a lead-wire between the socket terminals where the resistor was removed."

, the 1.5K resistor in series with the high-voltage anode lead is not needed and has been replaced with a jumper wire to keep the outer shell of the 3AT2 socket at high-voltage potential."



Dave

I guess I will go ahead and jump over what was going to be a new resistor. Although not needed for the set's operation, I was thinking that at least it was providing a short circuit protection of sorts as they go open due to shorted rectifiers. When way more experienced techs say "DO NOT", I listen!

Thanks again!

[Zenith6S321]

Originally Posted by Tubejunke

I guess I will go ahead and jump over what was going to be a new resistor. Although not needed for the set's operation, I was thinking that at least it was providing a short circuit protection of sorts as they go open due to shorted rectifiers. When way more experienced techs say "DO NOT", I listen!

Thanks again!

Here is a picture of the Goodman manual page on the 3AT2 and HV resistor issue. Also here are the two pages of 25MC30 service notes.

Dave