Purchased the Radiola model 18

[tomwil]

Originally Posted by funken

I have a question. Would it be wise to plug in the set to see if the tubes function? Or would it be a better idea to send the set to a repair guy for an evaluation?

First, DO NOT PLUG THAT RADIO IN !!!! Please see http://www.radiolaguy.com/Dont-Do.htm .

I know it is a great temptation to try out an untested radio, but you risk irrepairable damage. Remember that if any part on your radio gets damaged, it is very hard to find replacement parts. On that link you will see what happened to a RCA Radiola 60 (similar to your Radiola 18) when plugged in without precautions first.

In that link is a way for you to safely test your radio, before determining if it need additional services. That website also has great information about your Radiola.

Congradulations on your purchase ... I hope you enjoy it and have great success with it.