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Philco 38-12 help
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02-27-2012, 07:53 PM
What are the voltages for the electros on this model I think they are 4 and 12mfd
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02-27-2012, 08:52 PM
you could use 350v units but 450v are easier to find.
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02-27-2012, 09:01 PM
Ok cool thanks I took a chance and ordered some 450 volt ones Guess my instincts were correct ty Doug
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02-27-2012, 10:01 PM
Never a problem to use higher voltage capacitors. Just be very sure polarity is correct when you replace them.
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