[GreenKeys] Teletype M32 clicking... not printing

[Andy KN4UCL]

This morning when I powered up, I recall hearing a very short buzzing sound
(should've mentioned before) ... presumably that was the motor not turning
just before the fuse blew?

On Sat, Dec 24, 2022 at 1:38 PM John W9DDD <w9ddd at tapr.org> wrote:

> "Spring" indicates slow blow.  Seems strange that if you left it running
> it would blow.   Does your system stop motor if no activity?  I would
> expect fuse opening up to only occur during motor start.
>
> John, W9DDD
>
>
> On Dec 24, 2022, at 12:26 PM, Andy KN4UCL <kn4ucl at gmail.com> wrote:
>
> Yep there's a 2A 125V fuse that is definitely shot. I did rotate the motor
> (clockwise) and it seems to turn freely.  This particular fuse has a spring
> inside it... presumably this would not be safely replaced with one of my
> Aliexpress cheapo fuses....
>
> On Sat, Dec 24, 2022 at 12:43 PM John W9DDD <w9ddd at tapr.org> wrote:
>
>> Of course if it's a blown fuse there are things to check before just
>> sticking a new one in.  If it were a 28 I'd be going to the motor fan to
>> see if things turn freely.  I'm not sure what the 32 equivalent would be.
>>
>> John, W9DDD
>>
>>
>> On Dec 24, 2022, at 11:12 AM, John W9DDD <w9ddd at tapr.org> wrote:
>>
>> That was my guess as well.
>>
>> John, W9DDD
>>
>>
>> On Dec 24, 2022, at 11:09 AM, W2HX <w2hx at w2hx.com> wrote:
>>
>> Sounds like my M28 when I run the selector magnets with a loop signal but
>> forget to turn on the AC power on the teletype. Maybe a fuse?
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> 73 Eugene W2HX
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>> *From:* greenkeys-bounces at mailman.qth.net <
>> greenkeys-bounces at mailman.qth.net> *On Behalf Of *Andy KN4UCL
>> *Sent:* Saturday, December 24, 2022 11:27 AM
>> *To:* Greenkeys <Greenkeys at mailman.qth.net>
>> *Subject:* [GreenKeys] Teletype M32 clicking... not printing
>>
>>
>>
>> Seasonal greetings folks  🎄🎉🍻
>>
>>
>>
>> I was merrily receiving news tweets on the i-Telex system last night but
>> come this morning - only clicking noises!  I have a thrilling video of this
>> for you:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=13EzpuWHSEE
>>
>>
>>
>> As usual, any guidance appreciated!
>>
>>
>>
>> cheers
>>
>> Andy
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