[Athen] video magnifier table

[Dan Comden]

Hi Robert,

I work on aged cars and sometimes need to make things move that no longer 
want to. Here's what I'd do.

Take the table outside or to some area that won't be damaged by drips and 
damp.

Try and remove the sliding table from the magnifier so you can get to the 
underside. If that isn't easy, remove as much of the unit's electronics as 
possible before continuing.

Use silicon spray and a scotchbrite sponge to clean. If there's rust, 
you'll want to use WD40 sparingly. Apply light coating of silicon spray 
lubricant to moving parts.

It's likely the silicon won't last long, but if it works for a while and 
then returns to sticking, you can try something heavier like WD40. If that 
doesn't last, I would use (again, sparingly) spray lithium grease applied 
with a spray tube. It's stickier than oils and shouldn't spread. Just wipe 
up the excess with a paper towel.

At this point you've earned the traditional cold beverage.

Silicon spray, WD40 and lithium grease can all be acquired at auto parts 
stores.

It's possible that the sliding mechanism has become misaligned or bent 
over time. Look for missing fasteners and replace. If it's damaged, it may 
be that it's not repairable and needs a complete replacement.

-*- Dan Comden                 danc at washington.edu
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On Fri, 3 Sep 2010, Robert Beach wrote:


> I have an older video magnifier (CCTV) that needs a little attention. 

> The table doesn’t slide very smoothly any more.  What would you all

> recommend to put the zip and slip back in this old dog?  I don’t want

> to use something that will possibly leave greasy spots for the students

> to get their hands or clothes in.