Meter adjustment

[Oldtimer]

Happy New Year to ya.
I just put a new meter in my Cobra 25 Classic LTD.
The needle seems very sluggish and sticks.
Does the little set screws need to be adjusted?
Thanks
GOD BLESS

 

[MisterFatty]

If you purchased it as new, I would ask for a replacement. Once those little meters start acting up its the easiest thing to do.. Only thing I would do other then replace is make sure the meter needle itself is not bent and contacting the frame. Other than that I wouldn't bother it probably has been damaged in some way.

 

[Robb]

Bummer.
I replace meters when they act that way.

If a old meter is a bit sticky; one can remove the cellophane tape on the bottom of the meter - and turn the screw 1/4 turn both ways a few times with a jewelers screwdriver. Bring that screw back to its original position after 'loosening up' the meter. Doesn't always work - best shot before replacing it. Then, replace the cello tape with a new piece - to keep the dust out!

Since it is new; it may have been damaged in shipment.

 

[bob85]

i doubt it would work on an incorrectly set new meter but when older meters get sticky you can sometimes use none intrusive cleaning,
suspend the meter movement over a small container of white spirit then cover the small container with a larger one and let the fumes do their thing,
its a trick i got from an old watchmaker/restorer, got me out of a bind several times