[Elecraft] TX Mode issue

[Wes Stewart]

I've had to remove my K3S from the station again for repair. I've resurrected my 
old K3 to fill in. (Always have a spare)

Since the last time this happened, I've ventured into FT8 operating and I noted 
that when I used my USB to Serial converter that always worked fine in the past, 
FT8 was extremely slow to connect and communicate with the K3.  Figuring I might 
have one of the dreaded counterfeit clone adapters I dragged out the Edgeport 
serial to USB adapter.

FT8 now connected like a champ.  However, and I've noted this with MMTTY 
connected as well, there are instances where I go to transmit and find the TX 
test mode is enabled.  Furthermore, the front panel switch will not turn it 
off.  I have to cycle power. Additionally, I don't have to be doing anything, 
it's happened with me out of the shack.

If Mt. Athos comes on and I miss it because of this I'm going to be really 
POed.  Any ideas?

Wes  N7WS