how to use high voltage test probe to test 2nd anode on tv &where to ground probe?

Answer 1

If you do not know, do not try it. It can KILL you.

Answer 2

The "point" on the end of the probe goes under the rubber boot and in to the hole in the CRT where the 2nd anode cable is connected. Ground is ground is ground, so it doesn't much matter where you hook it. Many CRT's have a grounding "spring" strap thing around the bell of the tube and you can use that for ground, or just clip it on the chassis frame ground. DO NOT clip it on what looks like a heat sync sticking up off the board as that could well not be a ground and could have Vcc voltage on it.

Answer 3

With Tv switched off the tip of the probe is inserted under the rubber cap on CRT. The ground lead is connected to the graphite coating on the bowl of the crt, usually there is a bare beaided wire in contact with the graphite coating and you can connect to that ! Then switch on Tv .To my knowledge nobody as ever been killed from the EHT voltage as only small current can be obtained ! bit like car spark plug. However take care as you can do other damage when you drag your hand away !!.

Sorry Dusty did not see your good answer until after I typed mine !!

Answer 4

I can testify that it wont kill you, but it does burn like a SOB, fairly high freq and all. Question user, why do you want to measure your high voltage? In most of TVs these days, if the B+ (usually 130V) is regulating properly, then the HV is correct. Mostly all I ever do is clip a wire from ground to a flatblade screwdriver to discharge the HV, if I need to replace a flyback.