Ilford 1050 Print Dryer

[Bert Hillebrand]

Hi,
Can someone share their exeriences with this dryer; it has been discontinued for ages yet I am tempted to buy a used one which the seller claims is in perfect working condition. He lives quite far away, so before making the trip to inspect it, any advice will be appreciated.
Cheers
Bert Hillebrand

[Phil Hudson]

In good order they are excellent machines. Check condition of rollers especially the foam exit rollers. Also the white plastic cogs and collars can get damaged especially if the unit is moved around with the rack still in place.

Always either remove the rack or pack it so that it cannot move around and strip teeth from the cogs. Opening it up for inspection and repair is easy to do. One small recessed button on the side pushes in and the top half hinges away. Rack lifts straight out. Very logical layout.

Try it with any old wetted RC paper (face up) before handing over the loot!

Good luck!