Panasonic RC-7462

[Cjudy2]

Hello
i recently acquired an Panasonic RC-7462. It makes static noise, volume up down works but will not receive or tune in to any stations. The lights work but the clock does not work.

I removed the case and noticed some heavy soldering as if someone had replaced the transformer previously. It looks suspect.

Before I go further does anyone know where I can purchase a suitable replacement transformer? It is marked RLT5K73, 9-471-TK

thanks

[tonyofthelord]

Hello, try contact cleaner on the am fm switch and volume pot. and oil the motors flywheel.

[Cjudy2]

Ok I will try those suggestions. Do you know where I may find a electrical schematic for this model? I only have found owners manuals.

[Mackey]

It doesn't sound like you need a new transformer. Try what tonyofthelord suggested first.

[tonyofthelord]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DleXqMq-APM

[Cjudy2]

Update and new questions on the Panasonic:
I cleaned the switch and pots with with contact cleaner and no difference.

I did notice some circuit board damage in one area. Any advise on repairing the circuits? I vaguely remember using a copper circuit paint in the past. Not certain if that would work here. See pictures.

Also I found a wire that is either cut or installed for some reason. Maybe a testing point? See pictures.

I did not oil the syncro motor. I just gave it a little spin and it began working. It’s keeping time. Maybe it sat too long not powered up. More pictures.

[tonyofthelord]

that's bad it looks like the capacitor on the other side of the burn spot leaked and damaged the traces and poof. search ebay for rc-7462, someone is selling the entire radio section and many other internal parts for rc7462. sellers ebay handle is susanes-0

[Cjudy2]

Help!! I’ve just entered the rabbit hole. LOL!!

[tonyofthelord]

At list you have a beautiful clock. worthy of a restore, but a big job. if one cap goes like that you have to replace them all and that replacement board is just as old. I would buy another one