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--- radios:tait_tmxxx_repairs [2023/06/06 21:48] – 2e0sip
+++ radios:tait_tmxxx_repairs [2023/06/06 21:50] (current) – 2e0sip
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   * An ALPS RK09D1130A1N pot, with a 6mm shaft diameter and a 30mm shaft, available on [[https://www.aliexpress.com/item/4000417297016.html|AliExpress]]
-=== Method ===
+==== Method ====
 Start by removing the control head TODO picture
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 {{:radios:tait_tm8xxx_pot_clips.jpg?direct&600|}}
-With the PCB removed you can then access both sides of the potentiometer. To make removal easier I start by snipping the 3 legs. From the underside you can then melt the solder used on the securing posts one at a time and then wiggle the pot out of the board. Remove the 3 leads and then clean the pads.
+With the PCB removed you can then access both sides of the potentiometer. To make removal easier I start by snipping the 3 legs. From the underside you can then melt the solder used on the securing posts one at a time and then wiggle the pot out of the board. Remove the 3 leads and then clean the pads, which should leave you with something like this:
 {{:radios:tait_tm8xxx_pot_removed.jpg?direct&600|}}
-You can then insert the replacement POT into the board and solder it in.
+You can then insert the replacement POT into the board and solder it in:
+{{:radios:tait_tm8xxx_pot_complete.jpg?direct&600|}}
 Reassembly is the opposite of disassembly.