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Old 02-25-2013, 03:44 PM
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Originally Posted by DaveWM View Post
there is also some old looking device that it bolted to the side of the chassis (inside) it looks like some kind of mechanical breaker but I cant see a reset will have to look a bit closer to see what it does. it does connect to the power switch.
Hi Dave,

That's a time delay relay. It puts resistance in series with the AC input for about 20 seconds to control the inrush. Then you hear a "click" and full voltage is applied. I believe it's some kind of bi-metal deal like in a toaster.

-Clark
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