Hi All
I have come into ownership of three McIntosh Amps. They are (2) MC-30s and a MC-240. They're in fair condition. They came to me indirectly from someone who died at least 12 years ago. They have been in semi-protected storage since that time. They have not been powered on at all in the period since the original owner died - perhaps before then.
I want to make these work so I can decide which to keep and which to sell. I have a very limited electronics background, but I'm studying and learning as I can find information. One thing I am concerned about is applying power to these amps and blowing all the electrolytic caps out of them. It is my understanding that I must slowly bring up the voltage through a variac to restore the caps before applying full power.
I need help in understanding what the proper precautions and processes are that must be followed to safely bring these amps back on line. Anybody that can offer help or suggestions - your input would be greatly appreciated.
Bob
bobkos at earthlink dot net