Need to remove the anode lead, clean the connection thoroughly, looking for
any carbon tracing on the outside of the glass envelope. Re-attach the anode
lead with sufficient sealant and let cure 24+ hours. If the carbon track has
been removed and the seal done properly you should have an operational
device. Actually the only way to check that is to subject it to the
application of operational voltages and currents.
"junglee" wrote in message
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David,

You are correct as always! (I have been watching this news group and am
really impressed with your insights!) I did not do what you just
described. I did not allow 24 hours for curing. Now the main question
I have is - did I ruin the CRT? I am going to seal the hv lead and
allow it to cure for 24 hours. Is there anyway for me to test the CRT?
Is it too late?
Thanks.

junglee

wrote:
Sounds like the new tube did not get the new hv lead properly
attached
and sealed to the tube and allowed to cure a minimum of 24 hours
before
applying HV.