Radio will not turn off
I cannot turn off the radio. When I move the slider to the far left, to the off position, the radio remains on. Seems like the switch is broken. Is there an easy fix?
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You didn't meantion how old it is... from the details of the age of being introduced in 1985, I suspect it is well loved.
If you have the skills to open it up while it is off, and in soldering... I would suspect the switch is a through-hole switch. From the part number, you might be able to find a replacement (I use digikey website) and then solder the replacement into place.
If you do, take notes and pictures, and make a service manual to help anyone else who has it too.
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Thanks Wolphin. I picked it up at Goodwill for $5. I appreciate your suggestion, but think I'll pass on the repair - old unsteady hands & mind - and use it soley as a clock.
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Had the same problem, i opened it up and sprayed contact cleaner in the switch.
After that i took the excess off with some q tips and now its fixed.
Bought mine at a second hand store for 1,50€.
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