[Elecraft] K3 - ERR BP1, XV3, AT3, IF1

[Tom Boucher]

Jim (KG0P),

These error displays sound similar to ones I get from time to time. Remove the front panel and carefully clean all the connector pins. Then apply some connector lubrication before replacing the panel; we have some stuff called 'Contralube' over here. An added benefit is that you no longer need to get a screw driver in the square slot to remove the front panel next time. It comes off using just fingers and thumbs.

I have to carry out this procedure once every year or two. On later model K3s, I believe Elecraft used connectors with gold flashed pins which resolved the problem. 

73
Tom G3OLB