Service manual

Sinclair Community College | ETD 110 Guitar Service Manual

Pot Repair and Replacement:

First, you need to remove the knob for the pot/s that you want to

replace. Some knobs are held on by set screws so look for one

before you attempt to remove it. If there is no set screw, the knob

is on a split shaft, meaning that it is held on by friction and

pressure and can usually be remove by pulling up on the knob. If

it’s stuck, try prying it up with a thick guitar pick. Once removed

be careful not to drop it on your guitar.

2. Unscrew retaining nut

Once the knob is removed, you will see a nut on the pot’s shaft,

simply unscrew that to allow the pot to drop out the bottom of the

guitar.

3. Replace the pot

To access the pot you will need to remove the electronics cover

on the back of the guitar. Once inside, you’ll be able to remove the

old pot. Before you cut any wires take note of which wires are

soldered to which lugs (refer to the wiring diagram). Once you

have the wiring checked, cut the wires close to the lugs and

remove the pot. Bolt the new pot in place, solder the wires to the

correct lugs, place the electronics cover on the back of the guitar

body and put the knob back on.

If you are unsure about the soldering process, refer the

page.