Optionally painting the transformers
Power and output transformers come from the factory with minor surface imperfections.
You may, as an option, paint your transformers for a better appearance. (recommended)
To most people a semi-gloss paint looks best on transformers. Use a spray can – don’t
brush it on.
Recommended paints for the transformers are the following paints ..
Krylon # 2421 "Fusion" Satin black (my favorite)
Krylon # 51613 Satin black indoor/outdoor
Any type of semi-gloss automobile engine enamel in a spray can.
The Krylon paints are carried by Wal-Mart and many other stores. Go to an auto supply
store for engine enamel. Suggestion below on how to paint the transformers.
1. Obtain SIX 8 X 32 machine screws 2 3/4 to 3 inches long with nuts.
2. Remove one transformer 8 X 32 nut, nylon spacer(s) and screw and replace it with
one of the six machine screws and nut. Tighten the nut securely.
3.
Do the same for the transformer screw on the opposite diagonal corner of the
transformer.
4. Remove the other two 8 X 32 screws, nylon spacers and nuts on that transformer.
5. Repeat steps 2 through 4 for the other two transformers.
6. Sand off any imperfections in the factory finish on the three transformers with
100 grit paper. Usually the “bells” have few to no imperfections but the “plates”
have varnish drips which should be sanded out. Sand again with 220 grit paper.
7.
Remove all sanding dust from the outer surface of the transformer. Rubbing
alcohol on a paper towel works well.
8. Cover the transformer wires by placing them in a plastic bag. Use some masking
tape near the transformer to hold the bag on the wires.
9. Spray 3 light coats on each transformer and allow to dry overnight.
10.
Remove the plastic bags that cover the wires.
11.
Reinstall all the original screws, spacers and nuts.
