Re: Cold Hammonds

[Richard Dunn <rdunn@nsipo.nasa.gov>]

Regarding what Steve said about a tublar heater, my piano came equiped
with such a device called a damp chaser.  Mine is about two feet long 
and hangs inside the piano near the floor.  Uses about the same amount
of power as a 25 watt light bulb.  If I recall they're relatively
inexpensive and any piano dealer should either carry them or be able to
get one.   One mounted inside the console or the TG cover would probably
help (to a point) but would probably also be a source of hum if left on
when the organ is running so would need to be switched off during
operation.

Richard Dunn


DICK STALLINGS wrote:
> 
> Steven Blair wrote:
> >
> > Terry Reilly (508) 568-6831 24-Jan-1997 0939 wrote:
> > That took some time and it was a good thing that I didn't choose
> > > to get to the gig just on-time or even a little late.  I really needed 
> > > that
> > > extra time.  By the way, when I say cold, I mean a garage that is 
> > > anywhere from
> > > 10-20 degrees f.
> > >
> >  What about mounting some low-wattage light bulb(s) inside the organ and 
> > leslie cases which
> > could be left plugged in when in the garage, then plugged in again at your 
> > show for direct
> > warmup of the motors.  Would also reduce moisture.  Just an idea.
> >
> > Steve in Berkeley
> 
> Hey Guys,
>         I just remembered.......the old A's, B's, C's and "2" (pre B3) series
> used to have a tubular heater screwed into a porcelain socket in the
> back of the console that remained "on" as long as the organ was plugged
> in. If it's still there in your console you can't miss it. It stands
> about 6-8 inches tall, off white and almost too hot to touch. Was always
> told it was moisture control....I'm not sure it would supply enough heat
> to keep the oil from thickening. I seem to remember a red tag fastened
> somewhere telling you to keep the power cord always attached to a live
> circuit for the purpose of keeping this heater activated. Maybe you can
> snitch one from a junked older model and try it
>                         Dick.