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  1. RWD3M

    Convector heater component ident

    Thanks Bertus, I got it all back together yesterday and it's working fine again. I used two small self tapping screws in the end, seems to have done the job. No longer suffering sub-zero temperatures in my shed! Regards, Richard.
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    Convector heater component ident

    You're right! I've just removed it and is is indeed printed on it. But by 'eck, was it hard to see! I had to take a picture of it and blow it up (metaphorically speaking!) to read it. 157 degrees apparently! More ordered. Many thanks, Richard.
  3. RWD3M

    Convector heater component ident

    Oh yeah! Never thought of that!!! (That's not meant to be sarcastic, I really hadn't thought of that)
  4. RWD3M

    Convector heater component ident

    Thanks Bertus. I did wonder why they were rivetted in place. Aluminium perhaps? I should have something small enough to fit.
  5. RWD3M

    Convector heater component ident

    Good morning gents, I couldn't come up with an easy way of checking the bi-metallic switch but it seems that the bay of evil is awash with thermal fuses, now that I know what they are! I've ordered 130 and 150 degree fuses so will try the 130 first and see how I get along. Many thanks again...
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    Convector heater component ident

    I might be able to check that. I'm off for my dinner now so will get back on thei in the morning. Thanks Bertus and Kenny for your help so far. Richard.
  7. RWD3M

    Convector heater component ident

    Just taken another look and there's some numbers on the tag on the LH side, 130 deg?
  8. RWD3M

    Convector heater component ident

    Thanks Kenny, I'll take a closer look but didn't notice any markings earlier.
  9. RWD3M

    Convector heater component ident

    Hi all, I haven't been here for a while and the last time I was you helped me fix my old Vax, which is still working a treat by the way! I now have another electrical problem which I'm hoping for a little help with please. I have a wall mounted convector heater that has recently stopped...
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    RIFA PME 271M - there are so many!

    Hi guys, The capacitor arrived yesterday, I've just fitted it and to my genuine amazement all appears well in Vax world! Normal service appears to have been resumed and I can't tell you how gratefull I am to you all. Many heartfelt thanks. Best Regards, Richard.
  11. RWD3M

    RIFA PME 271M - there are so many!

    Absolutely Martin. As I mentioned, motors are available if it comes to it but I'll go for the cheaper option first. I'm keeping my fingers crossed.
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    RIFA PME 271M - there are so many!

    Thanks Martin. I will report back at the weekend on my success or failure. Richard.
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    RIFA PME 271M - there are so many!

    Hi all, Harald, I made them smaller and it seems to have worked. Martin, Checked and it's open circuit. ak, thanks for the explanation of the numbers. It's definately CB4, but I have no idea what that means. the wires are crimped into the spade connectors that connect to the switch...
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    RIFA PME 271M - there are so many!

    Harald, Martin, ak, Thank you so much for your replies. I'm writing this on my tablet thing but will get on the computer and reply properly tomorrow evening. Richard.
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    RIFA PME 271M - there are so many!

    Hi everyone I'm more usually found on the various welding and mechanic'ing (if that's a word) forums so am a little out of my comfort zone here! I'm here because my trusty old Vax 2000 has failed (whilst my dearly beloved was using it to hoover up the entire street by the sounds of it!) and is...
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