Trying g to get a J36 Vibroplex key working

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  1. KA8DLV

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    Having a challenge getting my WW2 J36 key working. Cannot get a tone from paddles when hooked up to radio. I get a tone if the sliding bar touches the power terminal but not if I try to key. Some corrosion that I will clean up but thought there would be some connectivity. Thoughts?
     

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    KA8DLV, Nov 18, 2021
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  2. AJ4GQ

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    Check for continuity with an ohmmeter.
     
    AJ4GQ, Nov 19, 2021
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  3. K1LKP

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    B4 U START TO TAKE THINGS APART.........
    MAKE SURE U TAKE SOME PIXS .......JUST IN CASE........
     
    K1LKP, Nov 19, 2021
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  4. KA8DLV

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    Thanks all. I took it apart (took photos before hand) and rechecked with ohm meter after reassembly. Works! Next step is to adjust the dits and dahs.
     
    KA8DLV, Nov 20, 2021
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