[Heathkit] DX60 Functions Switch Bad

[Bob Macklin]

You will have a hard time finding a replacement switch.

But the old Centralab switches are now made by ElectroSwitch and they are
stocked by Allied Electronics. They are the same physical size as the Heath
switch but must be wired differently to be useable. But it can be done.

If you do repair it you should implement the HV relay medication to prevent
a repeat failure.

Bob Macklin
K5MYJ
Kent (Seattle), Wa,
"Real Radios Glow in the Dark"

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Bill Mellema" <mellema at qis.net>
To: "Heathkit Reflector" <heathkit at mailman.qth.net>
Sent: Sunday, December 28, 2008 5:59 PM
Subject: [Heathkit] DX60 Functions Switch Bad


> Hello all:
>
> I am new on this reflector....I have a nice DX60B I am working on...the
> function switch has bad contacts that switch in the B+.. Does anyone
> know of a supplier for NOS for this switch? I know it's a long shot but
> thought I would give it a try.
>
> The person that had the rig before me just shorted out the contacts so
> the B+ was on all the time...since I only plan to use the transmitter
> for CW  is there any harm in leaving the B+ on continuously since it
> uses grid block keying anyway? There is no plate current until key down.
>
> Your thoughts are appreciated and thanks in advance..
>
> 73's
>
> Bill N3WM
>
>
>