09-27-2026, 11:09 PM
Hello Guys,
I finished installing the new battery springs and tested the radio and tape player, and they worked perfectly. Later, something strange happened—the tape motor would only run when in radio mode. So, I removed the tape/radio switch, which is a slide switch without a spring or ball detent, and desoldered it from the board.
I’m wondering if I should take it apart or put it in my ultrasonic cleaner, but I’m worried that might mess it up since I don’t want to damage it.
Sincerely Richard
I finished installing the new battery springs and tested the radio and tape player, and they worked perfectly. Later, something strange happened—the tape motor would only run when in radio mode. So, I removed the tape/radio switch, which is a slide switch without a spring or ball detent, and desoldered it from the board.
I’m wondering if I should take it apart or put it in my ultrasonic cleaner, but I’m worried that might mess it up since I don’t want to damage it.
Sincerely Richard




