Unger said:
Yes two transmitters, a main and backup. I inherited them this way when I took the job. Just simply looking for someone who has done the procedure before on this specific transmitter that might have an insight so that I can plan properly. They are built almost exactly the same in the tuning area so I assume this is a common issue. Thank you for your concern but I am experienced and competent.
Thank you.
Burley
Sorry I came on a bit strong....sometimes we get folks who don't know any better asking questions, so it's a little alarming when one sees such obvious abuse, and sometimes advising someone who really doesn't know, can be real dangerous.
OK, assuming you have an idea, you likely have to get the transmitter in a somewhat tuned position, which means a lot of on off, adjust, the more of the same manual tweaking...
when it is close to where is has to be, make sure it's "somewhat centered" clean and lightly lubricate the knobs, counters, screw, and make sure you clean the gunk off the bearings. Make sure the oil does not get on the actual tuning components, and graphite is a definate no no.
There are usually set screws, make sure they are tight, but not stripped, if they are stipped, you really need replacements, I have see folks who drilled them, and stuck something thru them, but that's a last resort.
Work the tuning to get it right, and don't be surprised if you have to do it several times, once you have it right, just remember that you can't force tune it, it only goes so far.
Clean the transmitter occasionally, and put a drop of oil on the front and back bearings, that's normally where the dust and stickiness comes in. If it's clean, and not forced, you won't have an issue
