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Are there "false positives" on Fan Malfunction?

KI5LST
KI5LST Member ✭✭
in FLEX-6000 Signature Series

I have a 6600. Occasionally, I'll get the power button with a single red flash. I know that means Fan Malfunction. In every case, hitting the button allows the Flex to (re)boot. This happens most often when I'm not using the Flex, but sometimes happens when I am using it (predominately FT-8).

Can some sort of power issue cause the Fan Malfunction? Any other external condition that might cause this only occasionally?

Joe
KI5LST

Answers

  • KD0RC
    KD0RC Member, Super Elmer Moderator

    Hi Joe, yes, that can happen. In my case, it showed a fan fault, but it turned out to be a failing SD card. I would do a factory reset after exporting profiles. If that doesn't solve the issue, submit a help desk ticket.

  • Mike-VA3MW
    Mike-VA3MW Administrator, FlexRadio Employee, Community Manager, Super Elmer, Moderator admin

    The FAN message is part of a symptom. Sometimes you have to look a bit deeper and see that it might be a DC power issue with the 13.8V not being a full 13.8VDC.

    Usually, if it is a FAN issue, the problem is more permanent.

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