Gerald .. If you’re looking for the 50 page "troubleshooting and diagnosis" guide for the K3, it isn’t something you’ll find. But as others have said, this list and Elecraft support are invaluable resources.
The K3 is largely built to be module replaceable. But the modules themselves are also repairable, as long as you’re willing to deal with SMD components. One of the several benefits of building one (as opposed to ordering a factory built version) is that it eliminates the fear of taking off the covers. Another is that you get familiar with what’s in the box, where it is, and will have at least installed it once. You just use the construction manual backwards to get it out again. But even a factory built radio does NOT come with one of those stickers that causes your warranty to be terminated if you “break the seal”. I built my K3 back in 2007 or so. I’ve been into it over and over again installing new or updated versions of boards, or applying updates to individual boards. I’ve never actually had a board/component failure (knocking very hard on wood), and think that’s the likely case for most of us. And it’s never been back to Elecraft to cut a trace, install a jumper or a new part, etc. YMMV :-) Grant NQ5T K3 #2091, KX3 #8342 > On May 26, 2018, at 1:50 AM, Gerald Capodieci <jcapodi...@gmail.com> wrote: > > Where do I look to see how to troubleshoot a K3s at the shack and just > order the new parts. > > I'm looking to buy a radio that does not need to be sent back to the > manufacturer for basic repairs. I'd also like to buy a radio from a USA or > North American company for support. > > Gerald > ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- > * ______________________________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
