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Subject: Re: [motm] (Gasp) Scratchy VCA pot!

From: Christopher Jeris <cjeris@...>
Date: 2000-06-07

> When you are in the process of attaching the front panel, the first nut on
> the pot(s) ∗must∗
> be set so that it is touching the back side of the panel. If this is not
> done (or if the pcb is not
> square with respect to the bracket) what happens is that the second nut
> ∗pulls the wiper off the element∗
> when you tighten it! This make scratches!

Ooh. Paul, could you put that explanation in the instructions for future
kits? I have been faithfully bringing the nuts up to the back of the
panel, but didn't know why until now - and if I had known, probably would
have done it more carefully.

peace,
Chris Jeris