Kodak 750H Repair

[@somebodypeculiar]

I bought the kit years ago, and finally got around to starting to install it today. Mistake one, I used the nice looking printed color instructions that came with it. There is what I found to be a KEY difference between those instructions and this video. In the written instructions I have it says to remove the storage area. Then it says to remove the elevating foot. Well I found it practically impossible to remove the storage compartment because the elevating foot was in the way, as I was following the printed instructions and taking them taking it step by step. Here in the video you removed the screws from BOTH before removing EITHER from the machine. I got to the point in the written instructions where I'm supposed to do something with the spring hook and the solenoid plunger. I was completely stumped, so I did what I SHOULD have done first, WATCH THIS VIDEO!. I anticipate smooth sailing from this point, once I get something like that grease and gun. Thanks! I have a LOT of slides from a summer in the UK back in 1979 that I have been wanting to view for ages. Soon now!

[@Weathergeekdan]

Just fixed my 750 today using your repair kit! I am not able to show my aunts and uncles and other extended family members racks and racks of slides tomorrow for christmas eve! thank you for making this video it was great. The hardest part for me was pushing that gear onto the focus motor shaft. Even with the same set of channel locks that I own, it took several attempts to get it all the way on.

[@Snaproll47518]

I bought he repair kit for my 750H on Amazon and a few hours later my 44-year-old slide projector is operational once again. The solenoid installation was a little tricky but, after dropping the plunger once, I was able to get it all together. Helpful video!

[@meyertrainingllc2975]

GREAT video and an excellent repair kit from this guy. The repair kit includes a perfectly-created instruction sheet with full-color images. My 750H is up and running after about 30 years in the closet. Thanks, Curt.

[@mmacmobile]

My Model 750 was purchased in Hong Kong in the late 60's and the advance mechanism quit working many years ago so I manually pressed the carousel forward or backward while pushing the controls but that got to be too annoying to continue. The remote did not work either but now I know why. So it was retired to the closet with all of the carousels. About 5-7 years ago I found a youtube video on repairing this unit and bought the 2 piece kit...that was a mistake that I only discovered last week when I got around to working on it. So I got the 4 piece in 3 days and commenced to follow your instructions. Many years ago I rebuilt what were essentially IBM electric ball head typewriters so I figured this would be right down my alley. The piston was the most difficult but I finally used enough force to get the link to seat in that recess. If I could have one more tool in my arsenal (in case I have to do this again) it would be those channel locks with the hole drilled in one jaw that was the perfect depth to seat the gear. I hammered mine in using a socket and supported the focus rod but it never seemed to fully seat. It is working and I am back in business, much to the chagrin of my wife who has enjoyed 49 years of putting up with me and 35 of them not having to watch the slide show!!! Too bad because I am getting out those carousels and boring my grandchildren one day soon. If I had it to do over again I don't think I would have all of my photos made into slides. Thank you for taking the time to make this video!

[@johnviglianco3516]

You covered every reassembly problem that I had - - especially the reverse height and tweaking the lens gear that was too tight. My 55 year-old projector is back in operation!

[@NJAdam85]

Followed this video and it worked like a charm. I didn’t even have to cut the metal above the plunger like some of the Amazon reviews suggested. Thank you!

[@JJNoval]

I bought the repair kit on Amazon and followed the instructions ... works just fine and runs smoother after lubricating it after 45 years! Small thing but explaining how to insert the white component differently, adding snap the rear an then the front tab down" Regardless, this was a great vid and I'd recommend it to anyone.

[@jptourigny222]

Many thanks for your clear and complete demonstration of how to insert a solenoid link. My 650H projector is now fully functional! Regards, JP

[@thinkingandpictures]

This is an excellent video. Thank you so much for making it. I was able to order the solenoid plunger repair kit and your approach to the reassembly process - which is daunting since there is no space to work - made it all go back together without much hassle. I never could have done it without your guidance. You the man!

[@frk040]

Thanks for the video and repair kit - brought my old 650H back to life.

[@danpaq254]

Excellent vidéo, très professionnel. Je n'ai eu aucun problème à faire la réparation et la maintenance de mon vieux projecteur qui dormait dans une boite. Maintenant regardons les photos prisent à l'époque.... Merci !

[@tnickells]

Great video. I have a Model 750H that would not advance the slides. Your process was very detailed and excellent. The projector has not worked in at lease 40 years, but does now. Had a little trouble reinstalling the plunger tab but got it in after quite a while, was worried about breaking it while trying to reinstall. Thanks for your detailed advise.

[@STLF1BAR]

Thanks for the detailed video. I was able to order the plunger tab and rivet as mine was broken. I followed your steps and repaired quickly. The hardest part was punching the small rivet but used a small nail to get it to taper and then hammered lightly. You may want to include in your recommended tool so folks can order one if they don't have one. Thanks again.

[@jccollet6991]

Thank you so much for that great video 🙂 My Carousel 650H (almost identical) is now working fine, thanks to your very detailed procedure. I had to manufacture the plastic part attached to the plunger of the solenoid - couldn't wait for a kit - but it was worth it.

[@izzy_autumn]

Thank you for this video. The solenoid works now, advancing forward continuously. I will attempt to digitize slides with my DSLR during the quick moment before each advance.

[@marvins2297]

Dug out the old projector to look at old slides After one tray my 750H run into this problem. Thanks for the video. One of the best I have seen in a long time. Now I need to search out the kit / parts? Suggestions??

[@genehafermann4218]

This is a great help video and I'm glad I had someone else do all this stuff. My problem is that everything works great EXCEPT the lamp. I thought it was maybe the bulb, but replacing that with a new one didn't sol the problem. And the original repair shop is no longer in business. It seems that there must be an electrical connection issue. Any ideas?

[@1610nsb]

Great video Curt Very easy to follow, I have the same unit ( 750H) that needs repair, where can I get parts? Or can it be sent to you for repairs Thanks

[@donriemer]

This is an excellent video and was hugely helpful. Many thanks for posting. I have one odd problem that has appeared. The focus motor works fine, but the gears are now very noisy; this is with the new focus gears installed. They are not binding at all; I can easily spin the motor with a finger when the mechanism is assembled. But using the motor, it makes a loud grinding noise. No noise from the motor when it's away from the lens gear. Any ideas? Thanks again.

[@yorgle]

I made this repair (the replacement plastic part) on my 650H... such a fiddly process but it's fully functional again!

[@janellelowrance4880]

Why didn’t you show it on? Great go to video to troubleshoot. Great tips to lube parts. We just bought one from eBay and the light comes on, but we don’t see it coming out of the place where the lense is. Does it have to have a slide in to make it project outside on the screen. It lights up just fine, but the light isn’t coming out of the hole. He just got for Father’s Day from me. Thank you for sharing your wisdom.

[@DavidHughesPiano]

Very nice, thank you. You might have stated at the beginning why this projector was in the shop "for repair". What were the symptoms of disrepair? Also, where do you get the repair kit? Many thanks. Fine job.

[@TortOviedo]

Hello Curt! Greetings from Mexico City, I just found some old slides of my family and would love to see them in the KODAK CAROUSEL 650H Projector. I followed your revision on this model for the 650H and I could find what's the problem with the forward and backward button. It makes a sound when you press it *kind of electric* but it doesn't work with the control or the buttons. I have tried 80 and 140s trays and none move forward or backwards. Everything seems to be okey, I only saw the white thing on the top of the ventilator is kind of rusted and started to fall apart maybe from humidity (I have some photos if you like to see them) I can use it in random select and doing the manual move of the tray but Im worried I will broke it. I will love to keep this item since it remember family moments If you could help me to find whats wrong would be greatly appreciated. Have a good day! Stay safe!

[@dianelorenzen9692]

Curt, great video so I bought the repair kit for my Kodak 758. All went well until I was testing the plunger and solenoid installation. When I added power, the slide advance level started working immediately without me touching anything and would not stop. HELP.

[@pattyl7169]

Got the kit installed and followed cleaning and oiling. Somehow, disconnected a spring on left of cam wheel. There are two, on the grey side. Is there a picture I can find on line to see where they connect? I have looked everywhere but cannot see them close enough. Actually need to see the two springs there close up. Suggestions? Great video!

[@stopngosteve04]

Thanks for this awesome in depth video!

[@davidgray2133]

Great video on the 750 H repair. Where can I get a repair kit for fixing my 750 H Kodak slide projector ?

[@vickiw9764]

This was an excellent video. I ordered the kit and was able to install however the lamp and fan are working fine but this black part doesn’t move..... please advise

[@dawsonproductions7467]

Thank you so much. This video was so helpful in my repair of my 750H. Do you have a video for the same type of repair on an 860H auto focus?

[@PatGeisel]

Great video , but have question my 750 won’t focus

[@PeterDiSantisSr]

Fixed my 760H thanks to your video and parts from Amazon. Can you make a video for an Ektagraphic III A repair.

[@gilsonmanfio]

Hello Curt. Great video. I got an old one as a gift and the exact parts you mention here are broken. Please, how can I get the focussing slide or make one at home? Cheers, Gilson

[@jean-guyjoubert9087]

Hi Curt! Nice video. I ordered the replacement parts kit for the 750H. In regards to the solenoid adjustment, since you were bang on the setting, can you indicate how to adjust the height of solenoid if the carousel only works reverse and no forward movement?

[@2011djdretiree]

Hi Curt! Great video. Got the link/gear kit and did the replacement. On your instruction page, Disassembly step 9, you caution to not break the link mount on the solenoid. Guess what, it broke. Tried supergluing the mount back to the slug, put it back together, and did the back and forth test SAT. But when I completed the reassembly, the advancer ran continuously in forward only. Going to take it back apart tomorrow to see about the link and slug status. If this's the issue, how do I repair it or do you have the part? Any other suggestions?

[@ChrisLaw-f6e]

Used your great video to dissasemble and reassemble my 750. However no matter where I adjust the

[@19Zeek56]

Curt, I purchased the Kodak parts as noted. I didn't have a rivet so I used the pin that came with the kit from Amazon. I was unable to make things work. The advance didn't work and the focus gear spins intermittently. Can you please advise? Thanks, Ron

[@billpinard3444]

Just picked up a 800 Kodak Carousel , Along with the old plastic falling apart ,the two rubber belts that are on the bottom fell apart too , I can not find anything on those two different belts , what sizes? Where to get replacements ? How to take if apart to replace them? Any info would be great

[@GreyRockOne]

Thanks! So where do you buy the special grease/oil and any parts needed?

[@gurpalkingra8498]

Very informative video.i have a 650h.Tried to remove the back.Someone had cross thread on of the screws.Any advice how to remove it.I end to put a new solenoid link.Thanks.

[@Jazdude123]

Hello! Do you have any good resources or a tutorial or tips on how to disassemble an Ektanar projector lens? I have an Ektanar 4 to 6 in f/3.5 lens that has fungus on the rear element. I can get access to the elements in the front zoom unit, and there is an element between the zoom unit and the rear lens barrel that is easy to get to. But the rear set of elements is in a plastic barrel and I don't see any screws or anything for getting the elements out of this section so I can clean them. Any help would be appreciated! Thank you!

[@charlesjohnson9662]

Curt, I just purchased a used 750h to replace my old 750 h that was destroyed in a fire. I still have all my old slides in about 10 carousels. The used projector (750h) came with one carousel. The problem I have is my old carousels will not work in the used 750h but the carousel that came with the replacement 750h will work. Both my old projector and the used replacement I purchased are model 750h. Were there different carousels for the 750h? Any help you could provide would be appreciated.

[@andyfriesner7183]

Was able to replace both dry rot gears but my 750H won't advance or backup. Both small buttons don't work. I guess its something else that went bad, any ideas?

[@zeddiamond7170]

I'm well on my way to repairing my old 750,....however,....I'm not sure where to purchase the 4-part kit? Looks like Amazon is where most folks are getting theirs from....Have most of you had good luck with your kits from Amazon? Thanks.

[@nosparky]

Curt, i installed all the parts of the 4 piece repair kit to repair my 750H projector that would not advance the slides. But now I have a new problem. The slide advance won't stop, it's now continuous. However, when I turn the projector upside down the slide advance function seems to work just right, one time then stops until I press the advance button again. What did I do wrong? Any thoughts?

[@bobmanfre5083]

Dear Mr. Fargo, I have a Kodak 750H that does not advance the slides. When I try to advance them, all I hear is a buzz - no action. Do you think this is indicative of a bad solenoid? If it is, do you consider this projector unfixable, or is a new solenoid available? Thank you very much.

[@singlemaltbjjvideosandtuto4005]

Hi Curt, Any suggestions on what I should look at for slides that are only partially dropping down into my projector? I didn't see any obstructions, and I can manually insert a slide into the projector. But when I do this by advancing the slide tray, the slide only goes half way down. Any tips to point me in the right direction would be appreciated.

[@stephenrichardson2958]

Curt, we have a Kodak 4400. We can't figure out how to properly access the interior (something is blocking our bulb light). Can you please demonstrate?

[@randyspencer8361]

I have a crack in my focus pinion gear. I see I can purchase one. How can I do the repair? I have a Kodak 750 H. Do you have a video.

[@iwillbedebtfree]

Can I send you my 750 h to repair?

[@anthonyfrazee1443]

I'm not sure if this is the parts I need, because when I push the forward or reverse buttons on the side I get no activity at all. Even when using the plug in remote control, nothing at all. No hum, nothing. Almost makes me think it's electrical. Granted these parts may be part of the problem, but would like to hear others thoughts. Thank you

[@heinzschoenberger9014]

Hi Curt. I bought a 750H a few days ago and I have a problem with it. The slides feed through the projector in rapid succession from one to the next. The select lever has no effect on the action. Any ideas of how to fix this would be appreciated. Thanks

[@dickp9995]

Hello Curt, I've replaced the recommended repair part for advancing slides on my 750H Kodak slide projector. However, when it appeared that it was still failing, I noticed that the orange wire was disconnected from the Cycle Solenoid. I can't seem to find where it attaches to the solenoid. Only the blue wire is attached. Help?

[@dickp9995]

Thanks for the repair kit Curt... I also wanted to ask if you would have the part number for cycle solenoid.... still need to know where to attach the orange wire however. I think it just may connect to ground.

[@willstutely]

I used your video to get as far as replacing the solenoid link, but I can’t get my 750H to reverse. It just advances. I’ve tried adjusting the height of the solenoid mount all up and down and nothing seems to work. I can manually grab the advance/reverse arm up top and move it through the reverse motion and nothing appears to be binding...Thoughts?

[@arturosastreblanco6065]

Hello I have an Ektagraphic III B Navigator projector with several problems apparently could you help me repair it? Greetings from Mexico City

[@Techfree815]

Curt, just replaced the link and put it all back together, but when I turned the projector on it just kept advancing automatically. Any ideas how to deal with this problem?

[@katiecorcoran8239]

Did you ever figure this out? I'm having the same problem.

[@ChrisLaw-f6e]

Used your great video to fix my 750. However no matter how I adjust the plate of the solenoid it will NOT go in reverse! Both fwd and reverse buttons fwd the slide! Plate full down, plate full up…no difference, only fwd. What next?

[@angeloscialfaiii7285]

it would help if you say what the repair is before doing it

[@jusfreaky1]

Do you still repair this model? If not, where would i ship it to be fixed?

[@jusfreaky1]

Btw, good video.

[@gerardzylber4631]

I would be interested in getting mine repaired. Do you do that or can you tell me who does. Thanks

[@bobherman4265]

I repaired my projector with the kit I ordered, now the the won't stay open. Slide drops, shutter flips open then closes immediately.

[@zahrehmor]

Excellent. Absolutely. I am going to give this a try . . . stay tuned . . .