[RFI] [Elecraft] OT: Maytag Bravos RFI

[WX5L]

Don,

I wouldn't be so quick to blame the top loader you just bought.  S-5 RFI
every 15 kc sounds like horizontal sweep noise from a nearby TV. Actually
horizontal sweep is 15.75 kc and very rich in harmonic content combined with
a poorly shielded TV causes back feed into the cable system and even the A/C
circuit. Nasty stuff for sure. 

Randy
WX5L




>Two days ago I bought a top loader, a Maytag Bravos from Fry's at 
$699 marked down $200. Should be a good one right? Nope, S5 
interference across 17m and 20m every 15 khz. Seems they are now 
putting front load technology (computer/switcher) in top load 
washers. The clue is if the washer will only accept HD detergent.