[Elecraft] [K2] Loose screws on KPA100 Q1 and Q2

[Ken Chandler]

It's also a good idea to re-tighten to screws periodically but not to over tighten them.

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On 1 Mar 2011, at 22:29, K1FFX <bruce.rosen at rcn.com> wrote:

> A reminder to new KPA100 builders ... the very last step in the KPA100
> construction manual is on page 55 and reminds the builder to go back and
> tighten the screws that hold down Q1 and Q2 after 5 hours of normal use.
> 
> I just opened up my K2/100, following the ARRL DX contest, and sure enough
> ... all 4 screws were loose and required the suggested 1/8 turn.
> 
> And, as long as I have the top off, I'm seeing if can route the ribbon cable
> more optimally, and will tweak the filter alignment.
> 
> Cheers -
> 
> Bruce
> 
> 
> 
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> K1FFX
> k2/100 6982
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