Edison Standard On/off

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dutchman
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Edison Standard On/off

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Just picked up a Edison Standard for $100. Belt is stretched and the on/off lever will not stay off. Is there some sort of friction device that fits under the screw in the middle to stop it from releasing? Thanks

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Re: Edison Standard On/off

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First, The Standard will need a new belt. Second, try tightening the screw that holds the off/on lever. It could be loose. If that doesn't work, check the leather stop on the end of the lever. It may need to be replaced or adjusted. Good luck with it.
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Re: Edison Standard On/off

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If the screw is tightened all the way, and the brake still won't hold, you might try putting a thin leather washer between the casting and the lever.

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Re: Edison Standard On/off

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Thanks for the tips - put a thin piece of copper under it and working ok. Tried making a new belt, came up a tad short and the belt was too tight and the machine would not run. :(
To finish things off I ran out of belt material. :( Bill K

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