Thread: RCA XL-100 Help
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Old 02-14-2006, 07:56 PM
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That big capacitor on the back of the chassis (power supply filter cap) has gone bad on several of these types of sets I have seen. The bending lines looks like a cap problem to me. I have used a modern cap(s) (can't remember how many caps are in that can) and a terminal strip to replace the can cap, caution though as there is about 140 volts DC on the cap, and even if the cap is weak can still hold a dangerous charge...also watch out as the chassis and cap can is "hot"...the chassis is not isolated from the power line (no matter which way the plug is plugged in)
It might be best if you are not much experienced to have a more experienced tech work on it
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