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Topic: plastic white rollers wanted Elmo ST1200
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Claus Harding
Phenomenal Film Handler
Posts: 1149
From: Washington DC
Registered: Oct 2006
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posted January 31, 2010 11:55 AM
Yes, rollers should roll, that's their purpose in life. Did you loosen it, take it off to see if there is dirt on the spindle and then put it back on again to see how it reacted? That would be the first step. It's just one screw.
If you don't have a dedicated oil from, say, an old 8mm projector (they used to come with it) I have been told that sewing-machine oil is a very 'thin' oil suitable for such jobs. I have seen recommendations for graphite-based lubricants as well; maybe someone else can add to that.
If you use oil, the thing is just to use a drop on the spindle arm, and to dab off excess before putting the roller back, as you don't want spill when the roller starts transporting film. It's not complicated, use common sense, and give it just a tiny bit if needed. But check first for any damage to the roller or spindle.
Claus.
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