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rocketman
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Nov 16, 2006, 3:12 AM

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hi everyone iam new to forum. i have a rca vcr model #vr639hf. the problem is sometimes when loading a tape err appears on the display. anybody seen this? any help appreciated. thanks

techchris
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Nov 17, 2006, 7:04 PM

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the mode switch contacts need cleaning. its a small circular switch under the mechanism that controls switching voltages.when the contacts are tarnished the vcr throws a wobble and doesnt know whether to go into play reverse or forward so shuts down with an error code showing.take it apart and spray with switch cleaner.

rocketman
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Nov 18, 2006, 1:26 PM

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hi techchris, thanks for your reply. will do as you say. thanks again.

rocketman
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Nov 21, 2006, 4:43 AM

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hi techchris; just wanted to let you know that it was indeed the mode switch that was causing the problem. thanks again.

Commander
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Sep 8, 2015, 12:59 AM

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Techchris, would you be kind enough to point me to where this mode select switch is located? I don't quite understand what I am looking for by your initial description. Thanks in advance.

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