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Stupid Question: How to take out tubes??

I know this is a stupid question, but i want to know how to take the tubes out when replacing them. I opened up my tubed preamp yesterday to replace some microphonic tubes but I wasn't sure how to do it. Do I just pull the tubes straight out, or is there a release lever on the tube socket. I dont' want to mess around with it unless I know for sure. The tubes are 6922. Thanks
speedracerucr
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rx8man
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Another tip, in addition to the gloves/cloth removal. Always make sure tubes (new or used) are clean with no fingerprints or residue upon replacement.
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dennis_the_menace
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What do fingerprints and residue from skin do to tubes?
slipknot1
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They leave residual oils on the glass. They often tell you no to touch halogen bulbs with your fingers for the same reasons.
speedracerucr OP
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Thanks a lot everybody. I was finally able to muster up the courage to pull the tubes out. It turned out to be easier then I had thought. But as always, it is better to ask before jumping in blindly. Thanks again.
killerpiglet
374 posts
 
Tube don't get anywhere near the temperature of halogen bulbs.

Keep in mind that tubes were changed by home repairmen and by soldiers in the field.

KP
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