Kenwood TS-520S Blows Fuse
 

I have a Kenwood TS-520S that keeps blowing the 6 Amp line fuse in it.
My Bias control is set for 60ma idle current,
HV is right at 800V
SWR under 1.3:1
It tunes up fine and will run a QSO for about 30 Seconds (CW) then
POOF the fuse blows.
Blows the fuse when operating phone also.

One thing I did find is that the running plate current is a little
high, seems to be about 270-280ma when transmitting, but I can't find
a way to get it lower... adjusting the carrier all the way down has no
effect. rig is putting out 100W on 20 meters

any tips greatly appreciated

Tnx & 73

The plate voltage is low which tells me one of the main filter caps is
leaking. It will short and blow the fuse.

--
Clif Holland, KA5IPF
AVVid
Authorized Kenwood and Icom Amateur Service
www.avvid.com
1-800-214-5779


"George" wrote in message
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I have a Kenwood TS-520S that keeps blowing the 6 Amp line fuse in it.
My Bias control is set for 60ma idle current,
HV is right at 800V
SWR under 1.3:1
It tunes up fine and will run a QSO for about 30 Seconds (CW) then
POOF the fuse blows.
Blows the fuse when operating phone also.

One thing I did find is that the running plate current is a little
high, seems to be about 270-280ma when transmitting, but I can't find
a way to get it lower... adjusting the carrier all the way down has no
effect. rig is putting out 100W on 20 meters

any tips greatly appreciated

Tnx & 73