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Model 96 volume control
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06-03-2025, 08:55 AM
The bottom lead of the vol ctl in 96 is connected to the Center Negative through a 70K resistor (part of an RC filter).
So it is never really at zero vol, but do check that #33 resistor to be 70K or near. If it is much higher or open, the vol will remain high.
https://philcoradio.com/library/index.ph...chematics/

Also see if the potentiometer is open. If it is continuous, even 1M or so, it is OK to use. Clean it (it is a wide paper carbonized band with a brass roller as a wiper) without rubbing it with anything: just spray Deoxit F5 (Fader lube) and let dry; DO NOT use contact cleaners like Deoxit D5.

This is my 96 thread from beginning of this year.
https://philcoradio.com/phorum/showthread.php?tid=25548
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Model 96 volume control - by Jonnym - 06-02-2025, 10:48 PM
RE: Model 96 volume control - by radiorich - 06-02-2025, 11:41 PM
RE: Model 96 volume control - by morzh - 06-03-2025, 08:55 AM
RE: Model 96 volume control - by klondike98 - 06-03-2025, 01:27 PM
Jonnym - by Jonnym - 06-03-2025, 02:01 PM



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