From: Steve (macintosh_at_globetrotter.net)
Date: Sat Aug 27 2005 - 08:18:51 PDT
Joel,
Thanks for pointing out all those elements. Now I better understand
the point of repairing this spring. At first, my impression was that
repair was needed only if the hinge has begun to get out of its
normal position.
Woody make also it clear that both side should be services the same way.
Le 05-08-26 à 11:10, newtontalk_at_newtontalk.net a écrit :
> From: "Joel M. Sciamma" <joel_at_inventors-emporium.co.uk>
> Subject: Re: [NTLK] eMate hinge repair (works in progress)
> Date: Fri, 26 Aug 2005 10:09:08 +0100
>
> Steve,
>
>
>> Can it be possible to
>> remove the screw, place the washer, and replace the screw all without
>> having to disassemble the display?
>>
>
> The point about the repair is not just that you fit the washer but
> that you service the hinge by cleaning it, correcting any excessive
> wrapping of the spring around the axle and lubricate it. The washer
> is a simple way of preventing the spring damaging the cable if it
> ever comes off again.
>
> Every eMate will have reached the stage by now that the hinges are
> beginning to stiffen up due to glutinous grease so it's time to bite
> the bullet and do the whole thing.
>
> It may look intimidating but if you take it slowly, all you need is
> to be gentle and considered and all will be well.
>
> Joel.
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