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6. Troubleshooting
6.1 Easy Troubleshooting
Most VHF troubles are caused not by the transceiver itself but by the ANT/feeder or power supply system. The list
below provides simple troubleshooting that can be done by the operator. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CHECK INSIDE THE
EQUIPMENT. CARELESS HANDLING MAY CAUSE PERMANENT DAMAGE TO THE TRANSCEIVER.
Symptom Possible Cause Remedy
Power is off at the mains
switchboard.
Turns mains switch on.
Power lead on battery is loose or
disconnected.
Secure connector firmly and check
connections to battery.
Battery is flat. Check battery electrolyte, charging
system, etc.
[POWER] switch pressed but
power does not come on.
Fuse has blown.
Check mains voltage and polarity and
then replace the fuse (10A).
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