[Hallicrafters] Chassis Cleaning ... etc.

[Barry Hauser]

Hi Mike & fellow Hallicraftoids ..

> This weekend I'm going to clean the slight layer of dust 
> out of the SR-400A.  It's not bad nor is it that "greasy" 
> type dust so it will be pretty easy.  I guess the dust is 
> part of the "package" you get with a ventilated top cover 
> <grin>.

On the same principle, better not <grin> too much or you'll get a layer
of dust on your teeth.  <heh heh, oops, ptooey!>

> 
> I'm aware of several methods to remove the dust.  I 
> suspect I can simply wipe most of it out with one of those 
> Swiffer cloths ... but what do most of you use ?

I don't think I'd use one of those -- may have some endust type additive,
maybe even petroleum based something or other.

I suggest getting one of those mini-vacuum attachment kits.  I have one
and still see them in the household helper type catalogs, may be
available in stores, too.  They consist of an adapter, a hose with a
plastic reduction fitting, and several small attachments and extensions,
including two brush heads with soft bristles.  This lets you use any
conventional vacuum as it has a kind of bleeder valve to relieve the
excess back pressure so the vac doesn't overheat.

It's best to lift as much dust off as possible.  If you go with a wet
cleaner, some of what would lift off easily turns to mud or goop first. 
Where vacuuming will work, it's preferable to compressed air which can
sometimes blow dirt into areas that weren't dirty in the first place.

The little brushes in the kit are just the right size for negotiating
around tubes and cans.  The bristles are soft enough to use on delicate
surfaces.

The things cost about $12, maybe even less now.  Much better than any
tiny battery minivac.  

As an alternative, you can use small paintbrushes (e.g. large artist
brush) or a round soft-bristle detailing brush and work two-handed --
brush in one hand, vacuum hose in the other.  Just don't bash anything
with the nozzle.

Barry





 

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