[Elecraft] [K3] Assembly question

[Don Wilhelm]

I might add that if the spacer is left off, the DSP board will flex 
every time the Phone plug is removed and can lead to future failure.

73,
Don W3FPR

Don Wilhelm wrote:
> Mike,
>
> Do not leave it out.  That washer is a spacer.
> Apply pressure between the board and the front panel metalwork and 
> tighten the nut until the washer is firmly captive.
>
> If you have the board plugged in correctly, nothing will be harmed.  If 
> you don't have the board pluggin in correctly, it should be obvious 
> because you will not be able to engage the nut on the phone jack.
>
> 73,
> Don W3FPR
>
> Mike wrote:
>   
>> Thanks, David.
>>
>> I'm considering just leaving it out, it seems to serve no purpose.
>>
>> 73, Mike NF4L
>>   
>>
>>     
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