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Offline malti

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GA-90 fuse size
« on: March 30, 2018, 01:00:27 pm »
I would like to know how to calculate the correct fuse value for a 1953 Gibson GA 90 amp. The schematic that I found does not depict the fuse.
« Last Edit: March 30, 2018, 01:28:09 pm by sluckey »

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Re: GA-90 fuse size
« Reply #1 on: March 30, 2018, 01:27:39 pm »
Set your meter to measure several amps of AC current. Connect the leads across the fuse holder. Remove any fuse. Turn the amp on and let it warm up a few minutes. Note the meter reading. Now double that reading and use the closest available slo-blo fuse.

Or...

This is a quote from the Gibson Amplifier Master Service Book, page 273...

"The fuse in the GA-90 Amplifier is a type AG of three ampere rating. DO NOT USE FUSES OF HIGHER RATING."
« Last Edit: March 30, 2018, 01:42:27 pm by sluckey »
A schematic, layout, and hi-rez pics are very useful for troubleshooting your amp. Don't wait to be asked. JUST DO IT!

 


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