[TenTec] 961 PS REPAIR / REPLACEMENT---WTB 961PS

[Tim]

Hi,
I suggest that you should check the electrolytic smoothing capacitors, 
and the pass transistors for short circuits before fixing the bridge 
rectifier circuit.
73
Tim
gm4lmh


On 21/09/2014 03:30, Alan via TenTec wrote:
> I made a recent comment as to how well my PARAGON II has been  performing
> over the years then Friday evening  there was a "pop" and a  dimming of the
> 961 PS red light and that smell of smoke. Removing the cover a local ham
> noted immediately the bridge rectifier  board was fried.
>   
> I have been reading thru the  TenTec List's ARCHIVES  searching for
> guidance how to better assess the situation and effect  repairs.
>   
> The limited information notes the board is no longer available  so some
> have attempted to rebuild the board with limited success. Also I am not  sure
> what caused the problem and how far the damage extends beyond the board. I
> am afraid that the fact I am one of those "appliance operators' may be
> showing.  Monday morning a call to TenTec seems in order however I was wondering
> if  someone on the LIST could point out warning signs of impending failure I
> should  have been alerted to and if rebuilding the bridge circuit ( or
> replacing ) is viable option. Were there modifications to minimize this failure
> from occurring?
>   
> REPLACEMENT 961;   Regardless if repairable or  not , I want to purchase a
> 961 PS...please contact me off-List if you have  one for sale
>   
>   
>   
> Regards
>   
> Alan KB7MBIreplacement 961  PS
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