Hardy,
Known issue with some runs of the small knobs. Contact
k3supp...@elecraft.com and they'll get you replacements.
73,
... Joe, W4TV
On 12/12/2010 12:02 PM, Hardy Landskov wrote:
> Hi All,
> I just had my first failure on the K3. I noticed both the AF& RF small
> knobs were slipping so I thought the set screws were loose. But closer
> examination showed that both knobs were cracked. I replaced them with some
> small aluminum ones from Radio Shack. I don't think I over tightened the
> knobs when I built the radio.
> Is this a problem with other radios? Maybe I got a bad pair.
> 73 Hardy N7RT
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "David F. Reed"<w5sv.d...@gmail.com>
> To: "elecraft Reflector"<elecraft@mailman.qth.net>;
> <elecraft...@yahoogroups.com>
> Sent: Sunday, December 12, 2010 8:59 AM
> Subject: [Elecraft] K3 Questions and gripes
>
>
>> Hi folks;
>>
>> 2. The power switch - early serial number (1476); my power switch -
>> well the rubber / plastic part you press on - is starting to look
>> like a mouse has nibbled on it, with little divots falling off
>> along the top and right side edges. It is looking quite ragged.
>> Has anyone else had this, or know if I can replace just the
>> rubber/plastic part, or do I need to replace the entire switch
>> assembly?
>>
>> Thanks and 73 de Dave, W5SV
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