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KXPD3 Precision Keyer Paddles

Revision D, September 21, 2012

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.

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2Mounting the Paddles Before attaching the paddles to the KX3, be sure the thumb screws are installed so that the screw with the blunt end is on th

3Contact Spacing Adjustment Each paddle has a contact adjustment screw and a locking screw that keeps the contact adjustment screw from turning. A

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4 Figure 4. Removing Top Cover. Free the spring as shown in Figure 5 and replace it with the desired spring. Move the paddle arm back over the trav

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Elecraft KXPD3 User Manual