How to safely check the Power Transformer on tube radio or amp.

How to safely check the Power Transformer on tube radio or amp.
The Power Transformer is a fundamental component of any tube / valve radio or amplifier. Powering up such equipment that has been stored for a while (sometimes decades) requires some checking for the sake of your health and that of the equipment itself.
This video may help you to confirm the state of your Power Transformer without excessive drama (or fire).
The idea here is to create a series of 'Tube Radio / Amp Restoration Building Blocks' which will be added to in time. The Playlist link:
• How to safely check th...
See also my playlists on some other complete restorations.
Graetz Super 171W:
• Graetz Super 171W tube...
Loewe-Opta Magnet 3737W:
• Loewe-Opta Magnet 3737...
Loewe-Opta Truxa Stereo 4741W:
• Loewe-Opta Truxa Stere...
Braun Atelier 3:
• Braun Atelier 3
Graetz Musica 4R417:
• Graetz Musica 4R417 re...
SABA Freiburg W2:
• Saba Freiburg W2 (WII)...
Graetz Comedia 616:
• Graetz Comedia 616 tub...
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