David Seifert wrote
> 
> Whoever is working on hunting down resistor packs for
> the Multias, keep in mind that there are at least two
> different types of packs that go bad, so we need a source
> for both types.
> 
> Soldering-wise, it isn't the surface-mount that is a problem,
> it is the high density.  You'll want a decent soldering pencil
> with the smallest tip you can find, very thin solder, and a magnifying
> glass.  Sit something on the part to hold it in place until you get
> the first couple of pins tacked down.
> 
> For removing old parts, an exacto (sp?) knife slices through the
> solder nicely.

Be careful!!! Don't use knifes and friends to remove and clean parts
on the board.

Try to find someone with a proper desoldering station (Rework Station)
and let them do it. Its all too easy for the untrained to do more damage
than good to the board.

You can do most of the work by disassembling the system, packaging the
board into an antistatic bag and take it to the service center.

cheerio Berndt
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