Elecraft KXPD3 - Manual

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KXPD3 Precision Keyer Paddles
Revision D, September 21, 2012
Copyright © 2012, Elecraft, Inc., All Rights Reserved
The KXPD3 paddles are designed for use with the KX3 transceiver. They mount directly on the KX3 to provide
smooth, stable and compact operation anywhere with the KX3 sitting flat or standing on its tilt feet. Each paddle
features fully adjustable contact spacing.
Figure 1. KXPD3 Paddles Mounted on KX3.
Parts Included
Included with your fully assembled KXPD3 paddles are the following wrenches and springs that you can use to
customize the feel of your paddles. Full instructions for doing so are included on the following pages.
KXPD3 Tension Springs
Your KXPD3 Paddles are supplied with a medium weight spring (E980240) installed. A firmer spring
(E980218) and a lighter spring (E980239) are supplied (see Spring Replacement, pg 3).
KXPD3 Wrench Set
The wrench set (E850522) includes one 0.035” hex wrench and one 0.050” hex wrench for adjusting the
contacts (see Contact Spacing Adjustment, pg 3).
Also included is one 3/32” hex wrench required for changing the tension springs.