EICO Tube Amp HF 14...Transformer question

I just purchased these vintage Mono Blocks .

Upon checking the insides I noticed that one transformer had shilac colored fluid....possibly leaking on its bottom.

Is this indicative of a problem ?....or is this normal ?

Also:...there is no fuse value written . Does anyone know the correct fuse value.?

Thank you

rocky131301-26-2023 11:36pm

noromance Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 9,720 posts 01-27-2023 at 03:27am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete The circuit diagram says 2 amp fuse. Are you sure the liquid is coming from a transformer? It's more likely a leaking capacitor. You need to power up old units slowly with a variac. Best to connect speakers when powered up. Any photos?
jasonbourne52 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 2,863 posts 01-27-2023 at 06:04am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Use a variac with a speaker connected to slowly power up the amp. Adding a dim bulb tester to check current draw is a good idea.
dekay Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 5,515 posts 01-27-2023 at 06:50am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete If the amp has a slow start tube rectifier using a variac as described above can cause damage. DeKay