Re: (ET) E8 charger problem

[Christopher Zach <czach computer org>]

Ken Muldrew wrote:
Sure. Start by removing the diodes and checking them; one might be 
shorted. Then try disconnecting the batteries and checking the output 
voltage; should be around 38-42 volts. It's also quite possible the cap 
is shorted; you might as well call Harold and get another one. Even mine 
went bad.

Chris



> I tried the charger for the first time this past weekend on my E8. The 
> transformer makes a nice hum but the battery voltage stayed constant at 37 
> volts whether the charger was plugged in or not. I measured the AC voltage 
> across the capacitor from the secondary winding and got 0V while the AC 
> voltage behind the two diodes gave 4V. Is there any hope of bringing this 
> back to life?
>
> Ken Muldrew.
>
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