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On Tue, 23 Aug 2011 20:56:30 -0500, "Dick White" <whiter26@sbcglobal.net> wrote:
>
>I found the operator error problem and now I can transmit. By sending CQ a
>few times, the cooling fan comes on as it is supposed to do. However, I sent
>CQ for about 2 minutes, spaced like a contest. The power slowly went down to
>zero as I continued to TX. Something is getting too hot and shutting the
>power down. Suggestions ???
REPLY:
First, I'd suggest make sure the fan is running full speed and is not obstructed
by dust or a foreign object. In fact, I would take the cover off and give the
rig a good dusting out. It is amazing how much dust can accumulate over a few
years especially when there is a fan sucking it in. :-)
Do the same with the power supply too. The problem could be in there as well.
73, Bill W6WRT
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