I think it would be a good idea if Elecraft would start checking
every encoder before shipping. It is VERY difficult to
disassemble/reassemble that front panel.
How about it, elecraft - can you start checking them there?
Also - do we need to be concerned that other components of the K3 are
not being checked 100% before they are sent to us?
Jerry W4UK
At 06:14 AM 9/28/2008, Tom Boucher wrote:
Jerry
I have had 2 failed encoders and am waiting for the second
replacement. In my case, it was not due to any shorts occurring
although I believe Elecraft are now advising the fitting of an
adhesive rubber insulating pad behind VFO B encoder. Looks like they
had a bad batch from the manufacturer, Bourns.
Tom G3OLB
I had a bad encoder assembly in the K3 I assembled recently - I
proved it by swapping A and B encoders and observing the problem
switch with it. Elecraft shipped me a new one which fixed it (after
much sweat replacing it - that front panel removal is a PITA).
I suspect Elecraft is not checking the encoders before shipping them to us.
Jerry W4UK
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