It's been a while since I did mine but I think disassembly/reassembly
was a significant part of the effort. I did the front panel connector at
the same time as the power connector. The actual removal of the
connectors and soldering new ones went pretty quickly. I'm not sure I'd
want to go through the disassembly for a "quick fix" only to have to do
it again in another month.
You might want to refer to online blogs about the process, or Youtube
videos (if any). Sorry, I don't have the links, but one hint: after you
snip the connectors off the board use an alligator clip to grasp the pin
stubs for desoldering; it's easier than trying to manage it with a pair
of dikes.
73,
Drew
AF2Z
On 07/02/19 21:07, Joseph M. Durnal wrote:
I'm not sure if I am experiencing the KPA3 power connector issue or
not. I've gotten the ERR 12V message twice today. Powering the K3
off and on again will clear the message, but it came back, but cleared
again after a power cycle.
And, as I type this while transmitting some FT8 in the background, it
gave me the error message again. The full Elecraft K3 KPA3 Power
Connector Replacement procedure looks like something I won't have
time to do until next month, is there a quick bandaid I an try until
then? Also, is it safe to use the K3 at 10 watts until I get it
fixed?
Thanks & 73 de Joseph M. Durnal - NE3R
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