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Amp is stuck "on"-rocker switch is not engaging

So, my amp is stuck permanently "ON" with the rocker switch not engaging any more. I can't send it in for repair for awhile, as I will need it over Christmas (I will make arrangements to get a backup amp while this one is in for repair). Can I just unplug it when I am finished using it for the night, or is that an unsafe practice? I could use a cheap power strip to turn it off/on, but those things typically have surge protectors that sound like crap (I would prefer to keep running the amp through my HC Ultimate Outlet, if possible). What are your thoughts?
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avguygeorge
2,300 posts
 
No, the price was just for the switch,Sean.-- While I had the amp on its side I flipped the switch a couple of times. Then I heard a loose piece jiggle;within the switch.--- Since then it works better. Once in a while it will work first time; other times it takes 2 tries.---This is better than the 5/6/7 tries before the piece within, dislodged.
avguygeorge
2,300 posts
 
I've had a couple of amps with that problem. First was my Eagle4---This amp was just put out there with a cheap 0/1 switch. I would see many of these for sale with a broken switch--(yup).I had somebody install a good switch 2/3 years ago--end of problem.----Then there's my CJ8--just one block has the problem. I talked to Ed at CJ;bought a switch for near 200 bucks. He tells me I'm the only owner on the planet with a switch problem----I checked with Guinnis book of records; he's right.----OK, The sw. gets here. I pull the lower front cover.------I can't believe what I see. The entire chasis has to come out--- or use a cutting torch.----All amp switches don't come out;the same
avguygeorge
2,300 posts
 
Sean; On $200--Not quite but close enough. It is a "breaker" type / looking device. I have replaced a few on/off rockers---cake---I swear the entire guts must be removed;just to get access.
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