[R-390] ME-26 Meter problem update

Mon, 11 Mar 2002 23:19:24 -0800

Congrats!  Bet it has already found a spot on your workbench.

73 de Bill, AB6MT
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----- Original Message -----
From: "Scott, Barry (Clyde B)" <[email protected]>
To: "R390 (E-mail)" <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, March 11, 2002 2:03 PM
Subject: [R-390] ME-26 Meter problem update

> Well, I got the meter movement fixed in the ME-26D/U.  Without a welder,
milling machine, etc., I decided to try with the available tools.  I mounted
to the meter upside-down to a piece of wood with some neoprene washers to
protect the finish.  Using two large screwdrivers, I was able to apply
pressure to two opposing slots and push the ring around to its unlocking
position.
>
> After fixing the movement (straightening one of the bends such that the
needle moved about 0.020" away from the meter face), I started putting it
back together.  Simple -- just push the locking ring back into position with
the two large screwdrivers.  Was working great until one screwdriver slipped
causing me to loose my hold on both screwdrivers.  The problem is both hands
were applying pressure towards the meter back.  When my knuckles came into
contact with the lugs, I managed to skin my knuckles quite nicely.  Pain
ensued (as well as some conversation with the meter which I'm sure it didn't
understand but it helped me feel better anyway).
>
> I resorted to tapping the ring back into place with a hammer and large
screwdriver (I know! -- a screwdriver isn't a punch, but I don't have a nice
assortment of punches).  At any rate, it tapped back into place rather
easily with no more lost flesh on my part and no damage to the meter.  I put
it back together and it is working smooth as ever.
>
> Thanks for all the suggestions.
>
> Barry(III) - N4BUQ
>
>
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