Re: [VAC] Univolt Converter

[Jim Dunmyer]

Chris,
 If the capacitors are connected to the transformer and the power is
off, there can be no charge on them. However, good practice always
dictates shorting them with a screwdriver before beginning repairs. :-)

                                              <<Jim>>


Chris Bryant wrote:
> 
>         Time to de-lurk, I guess;-)
> 
> At 01:01 PM 6/2/00 -0700, Pan-Arctic (Tacoma) wrote:
> >Does anyone out there have a schematic diagram for a Univolt Converter found
> >in a 1975 Airstream International 29' ?
> 
>         I have the schematic, and troubleshooting info- if I can convert them to
> .jpg or.gif (which I should be able to).
> 
>         There isn't much- transformer (no longer available), diodes, and *big*
> capacitors.
> 
> ** Warning **- the capacitors (if the transformer is working) will have
> ~600 volts across them, so exersize due caution.
> 
> ________
> 
>         Chris Bryant
>         Bryant RV Services
>         DeLand, Florida
>         mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]

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