Dampp-Chaser

[harvey]

Clyde, I may not be interpreting your question correctly. I should also be
quite familiar with the layout of the 502-(x), but can't  visualize it at the
moment. I am aware that space is at a premium in the proctology department of
this model.

If we consider the =intent= of the instructions, rather than firmly
adhering to
them, it provides more latitude during installations. My thoughts while
reading
your post:

. No problem on bottom (floor, pedal) board mounting;
. I must remember to test the 'Goo' trick;
. Distance from short tank to Mylar may negate the desired effect;
. Failure to place tank far right is okay, providing other parameters are met:
  (a) the Mylar still works as a deflector.
  (b) proper feedback is maintained to the Humidistat.

While it sounds like you considered your options, as described I can't
visualize whether the (a) and (b) conditions are present in your installation.

Some work-arounds I have used (depending on situation) include:
. building a riser off the bottom board to gain clearance from plate
protrusions and trap levers, while still providing support platform for tank;
. securing the Mylar part-way up the chains instead of under the keybed;
. foregoing use of chains, using lower panel to 'sandwich' tank by friction.

Re: Pad changing.  I have found too many discrepancies in using physical
dates,
even on the same piano. I do maintain records of pad replacement, but actually
check pad condition as the criterion for changing. If they're getting crusty,
slick, or growing 'cooties', I consider that wicking action has been
compromised -- and replace. Fortunately and perhaps coincidentally, the
clients
with climate control systems are usually the first to agree to regular
service.
Therefore, the time between pad checks are not that far apart.

I await the words of the real experts.

At 04:44 PM 6/11/98 -0400, you wrote:
[liberally edited]
>installed Dampp-Chaser system in 1993 Kawai 502-M console
>mounted tank on floor board immediately to right of pedals, *not* far right
>had to use short tank
>mounted mylar above tank on underside of steel keybed
>used Goo glue for securing Mylar

>Q1: Will system work properly with tank/shield not mounted on right side?
>Q2: Does new pad style mean longer intervals between changes?


Jim Harvey, RPT
harvey@greenwood.net
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