[GreenKeys] M32/33 Paper slippage...

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Ken, 

This is a good fix. Just be careful when you put the long tension rod back that you dont knock to paper handling bracket loose. The place to watch is as you push the rod thru the two holes that the little roller fits between. 

Wayne 
KB1FDW 

----- Original Message -----

From: "Kenneth Gartland" <trnsrme at gmail.com> 
To: "greenkeys" <GreenKeys at mailman.qth.net> 
Sent: Friday, June 17, 2016 5:12:00 PM 
Subject: [GreenKeys] M32/33 Paper slippage... 



Hi all! 

Another problem area with paper feed issues, slippage 
etc. and very often overlooked, is the paper release/tension 
rod where it passes thru the platen roller & outer paper 
tray guide holes... 

Quite often, especially with units which have been stored 
for long periods of time, a tiny rust build-up occurs 
inside the platen roller particularly near the ends 
of the roller... 

Note, you can't fix this issue by just cleaning the ends of 
the roller and applying a tiny amount of oil... 

The proper procedure involves removing the paper tensioner 
bracket from the platen frame, pulling out the rod completion 
and removing the pressure roller... 

A thick pipe cleaner, like those used in crafts, can be used 
to clean the inside of the roller... 

Isopropyl alcohol, or lock de-icer, is my favorite, as it cleans 
well, evaporates quickly, and leaves no residue... 

Upon reassembling, a 'Tiny' amount of oil can be applied at 
each end of the pressure roller where the shaft passes thru... 
Beware of too much oil, as it will track up the paper copy 
and you will curse yourself! 

I have used this fix in countless service calls to remedy 
'False' LF problems... 

Cheers! 

Ken VE3-HMQ 
i-Telex 61663 
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