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Old 09-19-2015, 08:26 PM
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I wouldn't be so paranoid about using a long extension cord - after all, it's only dissipating a few watts at most, while the chassis in your set is dissipating perhaps 300. But, the cord drop is not adjustable, and you really would like to get the input down to the 115-117 range and know that's where it is. So, a variac is much preferred.

My gut feeling about safety with these old sets, even if well and fully restored, is don't run them out of sight. You want to know immediately if something fails. Otherwise, enjoy!
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