Lubricate General Electric Telephone 2-9710A Tuning Slider

소개

In this guide, you will learn how to lubricate the tuning slider on a General Electric Telephone 2-9710A. This may become necessary if the tuning slider becomes stuck.

The General Electric Telephone 2-9710A has a built-in AM/FM radio. The tuning slider allows you to search for the radio station you wish to listen to. If the slider becomes stuck, you will not be able to change radio stations. Upon completion of this guide, the tuning slider will operate smoothly.

You will need to disassemble the shell of the telephone to lubricate the tuning slider. Before beginning, ensure that access to all power sources has been cut off.

필요한 것

1 단계 Phone Cord

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Unplug the device before proceeding.
Using a plastic opening tool, remove the phone cord from the phone jack at the base of the headset.
To release the cable, gently press down on the top plastic tab of the connector.

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2 단계

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Remove the 7.5 mm screw.
Remove the screw cap.
Pull up the phone cord to remove it from the base.

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3 단계 9V Base Battery

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Remove the battery compartment door (located on the bottom of the radio) by applying thumb pressure to the area indicated on the battery door.
Slide the door off of the battery compartment.
Remove the battery from the phone.

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4 단계 Remove Volume Dial

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Ensure the phone is unplugged from the phone jack and the electrical source.
Locate the volume dial on the right side of the telephone.
Remove the volume dial by gently grasping it and pulling it away from the base.

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5 단계 Remove Screws on the Back

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Remove the three 12 mm screws with a Phillips #1 screwdriver.
Remove the three 18 mm screws with a Phillips #1 screwdriver.

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6 단계 Pry the Back Off

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Pry off the base shell using a plastic opener tool.
Set the shell aside.
You now have access to the internal components of the General Electric Telephone 2-9710A.

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7 단계 Lubricate General Electric Telephone 2-9710A Tuning Slider

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Turn the tuning slider counterclockwise until the slider stops.
Apply lubricant to the slider rail.
Turn the tuning slider back and forth to distribute the lubricant.
Make sure the lubricant does not touch the circuit board. This can damage the circuit board.