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Apple IIe Platinum Power Supply Troubles
Posted by: Billy Masterpigeon on 2017-12-29 16:34:17
I recently picked up a very poor condition iie platinum. It seems like it might work, the only problem is the power supply is kind of dead. It will turn on and I think it almost works ( The power light on the board turns on) But it makes a zappy noise when it is turned on and off. On top of that, there is some sort of component missing, maybe a disk capacitor?

Just wondering if anyone knows what this part is. 

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Posted by: David_M on 2017-12-29 22:39:46
Sounds like the arcing you hear is just dirty contacts in the switch and nothing to worry about.

I believe what is missing is the 120/240v link, removing it the power input should be 240v
Posted by: Billy Masterpigeon on 2017-12-30 01:59:42
Ok, so it sounds like there is nothing to worry about.

Thanks
Posted by: Billy Masterpigeon on 2017-12-30 03:03:01
Another thing, Should it make some squeaking sounds when it is turned off? 
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