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Subject: Re: [Leica] how to give my MC meter a long and productive life
From: Jerry Lehrer <jerryleh@pacbell.net>
Date: Wed, 23 Apr 2003 09:26:26 -0700
References: <20030423113238.GA20199@panix.com> <1051099189.3ea68035cc3ce@webmail3.wanadoo.nl>

Mich.

No, it is not light that harms it.  It is moisture in/on a poorly
sealed cell that kills it.

BTW, there is an excellent outfit in The Netherlands that repairs
meters.  Did you know that?

Jerry

michiel.fokkema@wanadoo.nl wrote:

> Rei,
>
> You are right, if it dies, it is dead. Only way to cure is to replace the cell.
> Afaik it dies because of the light. So, when you are not using it, make sure
> the cell is shaded from light.
>
> Best regards,
>
> Michiel Fokkema
>
> Citeren Rei Shinozuka <shino@panix.com>:
>
> > i am lucky enough to have a very nice-looking and operating
> > MC meter.  what is the optimal way to store or use to maximize
> > its operating life?  i am told once they die, they die for
> > good.
> >
> > -rei
> >
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> > Ridgewood, New Jersey
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