John Gruber West Chiltington Smock Mill Model
From High Salvington Mill Trust
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| Model Type | Smock Mill |
| Model | Meeten's Mill |
| Model Maker | John Gruber |
| Height | 46cm |
| Width | 35cm |
| Depth | 26cm |
| Power | 1xAA battery |
| Switch | Slide switch on rear panel of smock |
John Gruber's model, entitled by him, West Chiltington Smock Mill, is of Meeten's Mill in West Chiltington (grid reference 50°57′07″N 0°27′25″W).
To access the battery holder and motor, a panel forming the tail of the smock can be removed after sliding out the "balcony" railings assembly of the fan stage.
Maintenance Records
| Date | Status | Action | Maintainer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/06/2022 | Battery holder faulty. | Replaced battery holder and battery | Jeff Best |
