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Title: Removing CRT from Dig Dug Cabinet
Post by: rtkiii on February 17, 2013, 09:41:41 am

I just have a quick question.  Do I need to discharge the CRT before removing it from the cabinet?  I powered it on yesterday and the CRT seems to work but I am only going to remove it and then sell it.  So is a discharge necessary?  Besides having someone to help me do
I need to take any other precautions?

Thanks,
Rich

Title: Re: Removing CRT from Dig Dug Cabinet
Post by: Well Fed Games on February 17, 2013, 10:53:17 am

Yeah, I would, esp. if you are going to try and sell it soon. One less thing to worry about.

Title: Re: Removing CRT from Dig Dug Cabinet
Post by: rtkiii on February 17, 2013, 11:08:51 am

Quote from: Well Fed Games on February 17, 2013, 10:53:17 am

Yeah, I would, esp. if you are going to try and sell it soon. One less thing to worry about.

How long before it discharges itself when powered off?

Title: Re: Removing CRT from Dig Dug Cabinet
Post by: Rickn on February 17, 2013, 12:33:33 pm

No! If you are removing the whole monitor, not disconnecting the tube from the chassis (electronics) no need.

After all if you were to buy a new monitor you would not discharge it when putting it in. If you are removing the anode (suction cup), different story.

Title: Re: Removing CRT from Dig Dug Cabinet
Post by: rtkiii on February 17, 2013, 01:15:02 pm

That's what I was hoping.  No I am just removing.  Disconnected power and removed all other components to this point, just wanted to make sure.  Thanks!