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can anyone tell me where to hook the 4 wires from the wall to a Western Electric 554 AB wall phone? also, how do i remove the dial to clean under it and change the number disc? i am a newbie to these phones and would really appreciate the help from the pros! thanks!!
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The red or (blue/white) wire goes to the bottom-left terminal marked "L2". The green or (white/blue) wire goes to the terminal third from the left marked "L1". No other wires from the wall to the phone are required for it to operate.
To remove the dial wheel, look right above the hole for the zero (operator) digit in the ring that creates a center circle. There is a tiny hole there. Straighten a paper clip and insert it into this hole. Using the paper clip, turn the wheel as far as it will go clockwise. When it stops, push the paper clip straight downward; you will feel it click. Continue to turn the wheel clockwise by hand and it will pop loose.
To return the wheel to normal, line it up in about the same position you removed it (about one digit -off), line it up with the cams, then turn it counter-clockwise until it clicks back into place.
Ed Vaughn, MBSWWYPBX
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just want to say THANKS! you saved me from ripping the dial off!! Thanks again!
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thanks for the trip down memory lane.
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memories for me too! i built a vintage soda fountain in the basement in a red/white theme and was looking for a red wall mount rotary on ebay for a few months. then i ran across a REALLY nice one at an estate sale for $2. made my day. you did too.
thanks for the help!
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Is this place a wealth of information or what? I'll bet that you will be able to receive assistance on a sprinkler system repair here as well. This site is unbelievable. Glad to assist. Enjoy the soda fountain-themed basement. Oh, and welcome aboard to the forum. 
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And your address is...........? Just in case one of the other 13000 (?) members here happen to come thru Kenosha. After all, we need to evaluate your soda-making abilities! WELCOME!  John C.
When I was young, I was Liberal. As I aged and wised up, I became Conservative. Now that I'm old, I have settled on Curmudgeon.
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hehehehe I guess I owe you guys a malt! I hope i can help someone in here sometime!.......and the phone works GREAT! thanks again!
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