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Old January 8th 08, 11:22 PM posted to rec.radio.shortwave
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Default Scratchy RF gain knob on 535D

"David" wrote in message
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labtech_one wrote:
You can use contact cleaner, or just plain ole WD40, spray and work
the control back and forth a few times to break loose the
'dirt' and then spray again to rinse it away. Wait about 1 hour,
for the spray to dry, before using the radio again. WD and some
contact cleaners are a) flamable and/or b) conductive


I strongly recommend using the appropriate Caig product (available at Radio
Shack) rather than WD-40 or a solvent chosen at random. That will help
ensure that it stays clean and properly lubricated after the cleaner dries.


Huh? How hot a spark can you make with 6 V?


You can certainly make a spark with 6 volts. It's unlikely to happen in an
RF gain control.