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Posted by Lee Mannering (Member # 728) on January 09, 2019, 05:11 AM:
Its our annual new year time of servicing the projectors. This task usually takes me a good few days to complete the collection throughout the various film gauges but has saved many a scratched film or in show projector failure I am guessing.
My beloved first GS1200 has given tremendous service and has been loved so enjoyed a pretty trouble free life except one new gear and belt in its time. Although a pricey machine new I've had value for money from this one also fitted with a 2 blade shutter for a bit more on screen illumination.
Film guides are removed and wiped with Silicone annually, that seems to work out well. I also use it on the plated guides in my 9.5 and 16mm machines.
Happy servicing boys and girls.
Posted by Maurice Leakey (Member # 916) on January 09, 2019, 05:49 AM:
Hi, Lee
The silicone treatment seems a good idea. Can you illustrate for us what exactly you use.
Liquid or cream?
Posted by Lee Mannering (Member # 728) on January 09, 2019, 06:53 AM:
Hello Maurice.
I use the 3in1 Aerosol Silicone usually about £6. Spray it onto a lint free cloth then rub on for a smooth coat. Its best to remove guides where possible so as not to get any on capstans on sound machines. In difficult to reach spots use it on a cotton bud.
Leave to dry for 24 hours but it does actually dry quickly although I'm always cautious. Do all of my machines as I say once a year without a problem thus far.
Best wishes
Posted by Mathew James (Member # 4581) on January 09, 2019, 07:07 AM:
Thanx for this tip Lee! Never thought to silicone spray the guides once a year. Great tip that I will now include in the maintenance program of my machines!
Posted by Will Trenfield (Member # 5321) on January 11, 2019, 07:17 AM:
Good tip. I've used silicone lubricant on my cars but never thought of using some on projectors. I bought a 400ml can of the 3-In-One stuff at Halfords for £5.99 today. I have Eumig and Sankyo projectors. Is it OK to use it throughout the film path, including the gate, on silent models, please?
Posted by Paul Adsett (Member # 25) on January 11, 2019, 09:09 AM:
Don't get it on the lens. You will never get it off!
Posted by Will Trenfield (Member # 5321) on January 11, 2019, 03:38 PM:
Paul makes a good point. I accidentally sprayed some silicone lubricant on part of my car's back window once. It was still there when I sold the car years later. It's probably best to remove the lens to a safe position before you start and only replace it when you've finished.
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