MODEL

HWA-202-1 AC Power Supply

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HEATHKIT

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Copyright <.s 1973
Heath Comapny
All rights reserved

595-1493
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Assembly
TABLE OF CONTENTS
and
Introduction 2

Operation Parts List . . 2

of the Step-by-Step Assembly

Circuit Board Assembly 4
Chassis Assembly 6
Circuit Board Wiring 9
Chassis Wiring 9

Test and Adjustment 11

AC POWER SUPPL V Final Assembly . . . 12

Schematic...(fold-out from page) 12

MODEL HWA-202-1
Operation 13

In Case of Difficulty 13
Troubleshooting Chart 14

Factory Repair Seivice 14

Specifications 15

Circuit Description 16

Circuit Board X-Ray View . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

HEATH COMPANY
BENTON HARBOR, MICHIGAN 490 2 2
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INTRODUCTION

The Heathkit Model HWA-202-1 AC Power Supply provides and adjusting feature with the mechanical reset circuit
well regulated, low voltage, DC power from an AC power breaker gives this unit many applications in low voltage,
source. You can wire it to operate from either a 120 volt AC solid-state circuits. Its attractive, rugged construction and
or 240 volt AC 50/60 Hz power line and maintain 1-1/2% reliable performance will provide years of dependable
regulation. service.

This AC Power Supply was primarily designed to provide Refer to the "Kit Builders Guide" for complete information
+13.8 VDC for the Heathkit, Model HW-202, 2-Meter FM on unpacking, parts identification, tools, wiring, soldering
Transceiver. However, the electronic short circuit sensing and step-by-step assembly procedures.

PARTS LIST

Check each part against the following list. The key numbers To order replacement parts: Use the Parts Order Form
correspond to the numbers in the Parts Pictorial. furnished with this kit. If one is not available, see
"Replacement Parts" in the "Kit Builders Guide."

KEY PART PARTS DESCRIPTION PRICE KEY PART PARTS DESCRIPTION PRICE
--
No. No.
-- Per Kit Each No. No. Per Kit Each

RESISTORS 1. Part number.

2. Transistor or integrated circuit type number.
A1 3-11-5 . 33 n, 5-watt .20 3. Part number and type number.
A2 1-9 1000 n, 1 /2-watt (brown­ .10 4. Part number with a type other than the one
black-red) listed.
A2 1-44 2200 n, 1 /2-watt (red­ .10
red-red) A6 57-42 4 3A1 diode 1.15
A6 57-65 4 1 N4002 diode .20
A2 1-22 22 kil, 1/2-watt (red· .10
A7 _ll:.110:LO1 1 T A2577A transistor 3.00
red-orange)
A8(,'!�:� MFC 6030 integrated 2.75
circuit
CONTROL
METAL PARTS
A3 10-295 750 n control .45
B1 90-588-2 Cabinet shell 4.75
B2 200·648-1 Chassis 2.90
CAPACITORS
B3 203-1455-1 Front panel 1.60
.001 µF disc B4 204-1882 Bracket 1.25
A4 21-140 .10
100 µF electrolytic B5 210-58 Bezel 2.25
A5 25-146 .45
A5 25-198 3500 µF electrolytic 1.45
HARDWARE
DIODES-TRANSISTOR-INTEGRATED Cl RCUIT NOTE: C1 through C16 are shown actual size.
NOTE: Transistors and integrated circuits are marked for
C1 250-170 12 #6 x 1 /4" sheet metal .05
identification in one of the following four ways. (The term
screw
"type number" refers only to the numbers in a transistor or
C2 250-89 5 6-32 x 3/8" screw .05
integrated circuit description. It does not refer to the letters,
C3 250-206 2 6-32 x 11/16" screw .05
which could change.)
C4 252-3 3 6-32 nut .05
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KEY PART PARTS DESCRIPTION PRICE KEY PART PARTS DESCRIPTION PRICE
--
No.-" No.
-·
Per Kit Each
·-- --
No. No. Per Kit Each

Hardware (cont'd.) Miscellaneous (cont'd.)

C5 254-1 8 #6 lockwasher .05
344-2 Black wire .05/ft
C6 255-11 2 6-32 threaded spacer .10
.05 344-3 Red wire .05/ft
C7 250-137 4 8,32 x 3/8" screw
352-13 Silicone pod .15
C8 250-72 1 8-32 x 3/4" screw .05
C9 252-4 D9 412-15 Lamp .20
5 8-32 nut .p5
C10 252-28 (05 D10 413-10 Red lens .10
8-32 thumbnut
D11 431-42 2 Terminal strip .10
C11 259-2 #8 solder lug .05
C12 253-45 2 #8 flat washer .05 D12 434-117 Transistor socket .20
C13 254-2 .05 D13 462-309 Knob .65
5 #8 lockwasher
C14 252-7 3 3/8" nut .05 Solder (Additional 3' rolls of
3/8" flat washer .05 solder can be ordered under part
C15 253-10 1
3/8" lockwasher .05 number 331-6 for $.15 each.)
C16 254-5
C17 252-73 Push-on nut .05 PRINTED MATERIAL
C18 255-1 2 1/8" spacer .05
C19 253-94 #3 flat washer .05 Blue and white label
391-34
597-260 Parts Order Form
597-308 Kit Builders Guide
MISCELLANEOUS
Assembly Manual (See 2.00
5.00 front cover for part number.)
D1 54-818 Transformer
D2 63-269 Switch 1.55
D3 65-29 Circuit breaker 2.50
D4 75-24 Small strain relief .10 The above prices apply only on purchases from the Heath
D4 75-71 Large strain relief .10 Company where shipment is to a U.S.A. destination. Add
D5 75.44 Mica insulator .10 10% (minimum 25 cents) to the price when ordering from a
D6 75-88 Transistor cap .10 Heathkit Electronic Center to cover local sales tax, postage,
85-1234-1 Circuit board 3.35 and handling. Outside the U.S.A. parts and service are
89-23 1 Line cord .75 available from your local Heathkit source and will reflect
D7 259-20 7 Connector pin .05 additional transportation, taxes, duties, and rates of
D8 261-29 4 Foot .05 exchange.
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STEP ... eY ... STEP ASSEMBLY

Before you start the "Circuit Board Assembly" be sure to Resistors will be designated by resistance values (in D); the
read the "Circuit Board Parts Mounting" and "Soldering" color code will be given for the 1 /2-watt resistors. Capacitors
sections of the "Kit Builders Guide." will be designated by capacitance v1lue (in µF) and type
(disc or electrolytic).

Locate the circuit board and pos1t1on it with the part

number as shown in the Pictorials; then complete each step
CIRCUIT BOARD ASSEMBLY
on Pictorials 1 and 2.
Install components on the circuit board by following the
steps in Pictorials 1 and 2. Follow the instructions carefully SAFETY WARNING: Avoid eye injury when you clip off
and read the entire step before you perform the operation. excess leads. We suggest that you wear glasses, or at least clip
Position all parts as shown in the Pictorials. the leads so. the ends will not fly toward your eyes.

NOTE: DIODES MAY BE SUPPLIED

IN ANY OF THE FOLLOWING SHAPES.
ALWAYS POSITION THE BANDED END CONTINUE
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AS SH O 'A'N ON THE C IRCUIT BOARD.

PART NOTE: In the following step you will

'/ './�/"; NUMBER install the integrated circuit. First position

the marked end of the integrated circuit
BAND OR BANDS over the marked end of the circuit board.

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Insert the leads into their respective holes
and solder them to the foil.
r-4----
V) 1N4002 diode (#57-65) at D6.
Form the leads for easy installation.

l/') 1N4002 diode (#57-65) at D7.

1N4002 diode (#57-65) at D5.

1N4002 diode (#57-65) at D8.

(/1 2200 n (red-red-red).

1000 n (brown-black-red).

FOR GOOD SOLDER

CONNECTIONS, YOU MUST
integrated circuit
KEEP THE SOLDERING
IRON TIP CLEAN.�- �
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WIPE IT OFTEN i,;,::'.:."·- ---·
WITH A DAMP �;;:....J;.;'4
SPONGE OR CLOTH:-'---
3A1 diode (#57-42) at D3.

Solder all leads to the foil and cut

3A1 diode (#57-42) at D2.
off the excess lead lengths.
3A1 diode (#57-42) at D1.

PICTORIAL 1 Solder al I leads to the foil and cut

off the excess lead lengths.
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START CONTINUE
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PART

0 .33 n, 5-watt. Position the resistor

1/8" above the circuit board.
NOTE: In the following steps, install
connectors in the holes as shown. Push the

;;? .001 µF disc. Before you install

connectors into the holes until the stop

tl niiE
ridge is down firmly against the circuit

g�)i
disc capacitor, remove any board. Then solder the connectors to the
insulation from the leads as foil.

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shown. fl

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REMOVE
COATING CUT OFF�
ON LEADS CONNECTOR
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SOLDER TO
FOIL SIDE
750 n control.

Connector pin at DC REGULATED.

Connector pin at B.

Connector pin at C.

(/f Connector pin at RED.

(;,,1" 100 11F electrolytic. When you (.,.A' Connector pin at RED.
install electrolytic capacitors, always
match the positive (+) mark on the CIRCUIT BOARD CHECKOUT
capacitor with the positive (+) mark
on the circuit board. Carefully inspect the circuit board for the
following conditions,

Unsoldered connections.

"Cold" solder connections.

Solder bridges between foil patterns.

3500 µF electrolytic. Since Protruding leads which could touch

capacitor lengths vary, it may be together.
necessary to form the negative lead
on a longer capacitor as shown ( ) Integrated circuit for the proper
below. Be sure the positive lead does �nd installation.
not touch the capacitor body.
( ) Electrolytic capacitors for the
correct position of the positive (+)
end.

( ) Diodes for the correct position of

the banded end,.

The circuit board wire connections will be

PICTORIAL 2 made later. Temporarily set the circuit
!/) Solder all leads to the foil and cut board aside.
off the excess lead lengths.

Fl NISH
CHASSIS ASSEMBLY

NOTE: When hardware is called for in a step, only the screw

size will be given. For instance, if "8-32 x 3/4" hardware" is
called for, it means that you will use an 8-32 x 3/4" screw,
one or more #8 lockwashers and an 8-32 nut at each
mounting hole. The Detail referred to in the step will show
the proper number and position of washers to use.

8-32
THUMB NUT

Q
#8 FLAT WASHERS

,@� 832NUJ

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Detail 3B
'
8-32 X 3/4"
SCREW
Detail 3A
Refer to Pictorial 3 (fold-out from Page 4) for the following
steps. INSET
� Position the chassis as shown and mount a #8 solder
lug at A with 8-32 x 3/4" hardware. Refer to Detail PUSH
3A and also install two #8 flat washers and an 8-32
thumbnut.
(/) Mount a terminal strip at B with 6-32 x 3/8" hardware �
as shown in Detail 38.
NOTE: As you mount the following transistor, be sure the
indicated wide space on the transistor, mica insulator, and
transistor socket lines up with the wide space on the chassis.
Also be sure the socket ridges seat properly in the chassis
mounting holes before you tighten the screws.
TRANSISTOR

0 Refer to Detail 3C and the inset drawing to install a

transistor socket, mica insulator, transistor, spacer,
and transistor cap at C. First, open the silicone grease
pod as shown in the inset drawing and spread a thin
layer of silicone on both sides of the mica insulator. TRANSISTOR
Note the wide space, place the insulator on the SOCKET
transistor, and insert the transistor leads into the
socket. Mount the cap with 6-32 x 11/16" screws and
1 /8" spacers. Detail 3C

(<I") Refer to Detail 3D and position 3/8" nut and a 3/8"

lockwasher 3/4" from the shaft end of a switch. Then
loosely mount the switch to the chassis at D with a
3/8" nut.
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i�:;: 3/4" ..i
SWITCH
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lOCKWASHrn

3/8" �
NUT ""
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RULER OR
STRAIGHT EDGE
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.... �-
TOP EDGE OF CHASSIS 15 °
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FLAT
Detail 3D

0 and
Turn the switch shaft to the counterclockwise position
position the switch so the flat on the shaft will
°
make a 15 angle to the top line as shown in the inset
drawing in Detail 30. Tighten the 3/8" nut Detail 3G
(/) Locate the front panel and mount a red lens at E with
a push-on nut as shown in Detail 3E. ( /'Mount the front panel and bezel to the chassis with a
3/8" flat washer and 3/8" nut. Refer to Detail 3F and
position the bezel as shown.
(/( Place a 6-32 nut against the front panel on stud F.

(�Line up the flat on the shaft with the flat on the knob.
Press the knob on the switch shaft.

y' Refer to Detail 3F and cut the indicated end lug from
a terminal strip as shown in the inset drawing. Mount
the strip on panel stud F. P9sition the'terminal strip so
there will be 3/8" clearance above lug 1 as shown in
Detail 3G.

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Qt RED leNS I 1" 2" 3"
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Detail 3E
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V Refer to Detail 3H and prepare each of the trans­
former leads. Measure the leads from where they come
out of the transformer, cut them to the length
indicated and remove 1/4" of insulation from each
end as shown. Save the cutoff leads for use later.

v( Refer to Detail 3J and mount the transformer to the

bracket with 8-32 x 3/8" hardware in the position
shown.

( .,) Mount the bracket and transformer to the chassis at G

with 8-32 x 3/8" hardware as shown in Detail 3J.

Mount the circuit board to the chassis with 6-32 x

3/8" hardware and spacers as shown in Detail 3K.

Yl Remove the mounting screw from the circuit breaker

and mount the circuit breaker to the chassis at J with
a #3 flat washer as shown in Detail 3L. Fit the
shoulder in the hole and do not overtighten the screw.

3-1/2"
4" BLK-YEL
BLK-GRN
L

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Detail 3J
1/4"

3 -1/2"
BLK
/
4"

�d / ®#6 LOCKWASHER

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"' 1$1l)#6 LOCKWASHER�

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Detail 3H

Detail 3K

1" 2" 3" 4" 5" 6"

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CIRCUIT (/) 8-1 /2" wire from lug 3 of transistor socket C (S-1) to
BREAKER #3 FLAT
MOUNT I NG WASHER .· circuit board connector C (S-1).

� 5" wire from lug 1 of transistor socket C (S-1) to

circuit board connector B (S-1). Do not solder the
transistor lead to the lug and be sure the connector
does not touch the capacitor case.

Connect one end of the 26" red wire to the +DC

regulated connector on the circuit board (S-1) and
CIRCUIT ,
BREAKER route the other end through hole K.

Detail 3L Prepare a 23" and a 4" black wire.

CIRCUIT BOARD WIRING Bend solder lug A away from the chassis. Connect the
4" black wire from solder lug A (NS) to the GND
Refer to Pictorial 4 (fold-out from Page 11) for the connector on the circuit board (S-1).
following steps.
CHASSIS WI RING
NOTE: In the following steps, (NS) means not to solder
because other wires will be added later. "S-" with a k'4 Connect one end of the 23" black wire to solder lug A
number, such as (S-3), means to solder the connection. The (S-2) and route the other end through hole K.
number following the "S" tells how many wires are at the
connection.

�Connect either of the two red leads coming from the

top of the transformer to either of the RED connector
pins on the circuit board (S-1).

�onnect the other transformer lead to the remaining

RED connector pin on the circuit board (S-1).
PLACE THE WIRES SQUEEZE THE TWO INSERT THE REAR
IN THE SL OT. SEGMENTS TOGETHER. HALF INTO THE
NOTE: When wiring this kit, you will be instructed to H OLE.
prepare the lengths of wire ahead of time. To prepare a wire,
Detail 4A
cut it to the indicated length and remove 3/8" of insulation
from each end. Twist together the small strands of wire at y-1 Install the small strain relief on the two wires coming
the end of each lead; then melt a small amount of solder on from hole K as shown in Detail 4A.
each of the exposed ends. The wires are listed in the order in
which they will be used. Refer to inset drawing #1 in Pictorial 4 and make each of
the following connections mechanically seoure before you
(/Prepare the following lengths of red wire. solder it.

3-1/2" 9" (/) 9" wire from lug 2 of circuit breaker J (S-1) to lug 2
8-1/2" 7-1/2" of switch D (S-1).
5" 8"
26" 9" VI 7-1/2" wire from lug 1 of �witch D (NS) to lug 1 of
terminal strip F (NS).
Connect the prepared red wires in the following steps and
position them neatly as shown in Pictorial 4. i,1' 8" wire from lug 1 of switch D (S-2) to lug 1 of
terminal strip B (NS).
(/J-1/2" wire from lug 2 of transistor socket C (S-1) to
circuit board connector E (S-1). Do not solder the (/.9" wire from lug 4 of terminal strip F (NS) to lug 4 of
transistor lead to the lug. terminal strip B (NS).

1" 2" 3" 4" 5" 6"

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(,Y Insert a lamp in the red lens. Place any 1" length of NOTE: Two different sets of wiring instructions are given in
insulation from a transformer lead saved from an the following steps. One set of instructions is for 120 V AC
earlier step, on one lead. Connect this lead to lug 1 of line voltage (most often used in the United States), and the
terminal strip F (S-2). other is for 240 VAC line voltage. Use only the instructions
that agree with the line voltage in your area.
(-"( Connect the other lamp lead to lug 2 of terminal strip
F (NS). 120 VAC
WIRING
(;1 Connect a 22 kn (red-red-orange) resistor between ONLY
lugs 2 (S-2) and 4 (S-2) of terminal strip F.

y( Separate the wires at the free end of the line cord 2"
and prepare Jhe wire ends. Note that there is a smooth 0
lead and a ribbed lead as shown in inset drawing #2.

(,If Insert the prepared end through hole L and connect

the smooth lead to lug 1 of circuit breaker J (S-1 ).

( A' Connect the ribbed lead to lug 5 of terminal strip B

/ (NS).

(/5 Connect the green lead to lug 3 of terminal strip B

(S-1 ).
For 120 VAC Only
(,( Install a strain relief on the line cord at hole L.
Refer to Detail 4B for the following steps.
(� Connect the black-red transformer lead to lug 1 of
terminal strip B (NS). � Prepare two 1-1/4" lengths of wire from a transformer
lead saved from a previous step.

VI Connect the black-yellow transformer lead to lug 2 of (� Connect a 1-1/4" wire between lugs 1 (S-3) and 2
terminal strip B (NS). (S-2) of terminal strip B.

� Connect the black-green transformer lead to lug 4 of (/ Connect the other 1-1/4" wire between lugs 4 (S-3)
terminal strip B (NS). and 5 (S-3) of terminal strip B.

(/ Connect the black transformer lead to lug 5 of This completes the 120 VAC wiring of your Power Supply,
terminal strip B (NS). proceed to the "Adjustment" section of the Manual.

1" 2" 3" 4" 5" 6"

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For 240 V AC Only

Refer to Detail 4C for the following steps.

( ) Prepare a 1-3/4" length of wire from a transformer

lead saved from a previous step and connect it 240 VAC
between lugs 2 (S-2) and 4 (S-3) of terminal strip B. WIRING
ONLY
( ) Solder the wires connected to lug 1 (S-2) and lug 5
(S-2) of terminal strip B.
0
NOTE: The plug on the power cord in this kit is for
standard 120 VAC outlets. For 240 VAC operation in the
U.S.A., cut off the plug and replace it with a permanent plug
that matches your 240 VAC receptacle. Be sure your power
connection conforms with section 210-21 (b) of the
National Electric Code, which reads in part:

"Receptacles connected to circuits having different voltages,

frequencies, or types of current (AC or DC) on the same
premises shall be of such design that attachment plugs used
on such circuits are not interchangeable." Detail 4C
When you install a new plug, make sure it is connected
according to your local electrical code. Keep in mind that
the green line cord wire is connected to the power supply
chassis.

This completes the 240 VAC wiring of your Power Supply.

TEST AND ADJUSTMENT

If you have an ohmmeter available, make the following ( /) Turn the POWER switch off.
resistance test before you plug the line cord into an AC
outlet. If you do not read approximately 4000 ohms, refer
to the "In Case of Difficulty" section and correct the ( /) Plug the line cord plug into a proper AC outlet.
problem before you proceed.
Connect the common lead of a VTVM or VOM to the
y.{ Connect the ohmmeter leads to the red +13.8 VDC black wire coming from hole K.
and black Ground output leads of the Power Supply.
You should get a reading of approximately 4000
( .,1) Connect the positive meter lead to the red wire
ohms.
coming from hole K.
CAUTION: When the line cord is connected to an AC
outlet, AC voltage will be present at several places on the (/) Turn the unit on; the lamp should light.
chassis. Be careful you do not contact this voltage or an
electrical shock can result. Refer to Figure 1 on fold out
("") Turn the VOLTAGE ADJUST control on the circuit
from this page.
board until the meter indicates +13.8 volts DC.
In the following steps, if you do not obtain the desired
results turn the unit off and refer to the "In Case of (') Turn the POWER switch off and unplug the line cord
Difficulty" section. plug.
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FINAL ASSEMBLY

CAB I NET SHELL

CHASSIS

PLASTIC
FOOT

PICTORIAL 5

Refer to Pictorial 5 for the following steps. ( ) Carefully peel the protective paper from the blue and
white label and place it under the chassis as shown.
( ) Locate the cabinet shell and slide it over the unit from Refer to the numbers on this label in any
the rear. Mount the shell with twelve #6 x 1 /4" communications you have with Heath Company about
screws. Do not rnove the VOLTAGE ADJUST control. this kit.

( ) Carefully peel the protective paper from each foot and

place them as shown in Pictorial 5.
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OPERATION

The output voltage can be adjusted between approximately " /

10 and 15 volts DC, as noted in the "Specifications" section. HEATHKIT POWER

&
The recommended value for use with the HW-202 OFF\ rON

Transceiver is 13.8 volts DC. The operation of the AC Power �

Supply consists only of connecting the line cord to the
AC POWER SUPPLY
proper AC line, connecting the red wire to the positive input HWA-202·1

and the black wire to the negative input of the unit to be ;/ '
powered. Then turn the POWER switch to the ON position.

STRAIN TRANSISTOR
Refer to Figure 2. RELIEF CAP

The GND post on the rear panel serves as a circuit ground

point and a safety ground for any short circuits in the power
wiring. Connect the GND post to your station ground or a
good earth ground.

Connectors and instructions for the use of this power supply

with the HW-202 Transceiver are included with the HW-202
Transceiver kit. Figure 2

IN CASE OF DIFFICULTY

CAUTION: When the line cord is connected to an AC right hole and has a good solder connection to the foil.
outlet, AC voltage will be present at several places on the Check the integrated circuit for proper positioning and
chassis. Be careful you do not contact this voltage or an for good contact at each pin connection.
electrical shock can result.

1. Recheck the wiring. Trace each lead in color pencil on 4. Check capacitor values carefully. Be sure the proper
the Pictorial as it is checked. It is frequently helpful to part is wired into the circuit at each capacitor
have a friend check your work. Someone who is not location. Check each electrolytic capacitor to be sure
familiar with the unit may notice something you have the lead near the positive (+) marking is at the correct
consistently overlooked. position.

2. About 90% of the kits that are returned for repair do

not function properly due to poor connections and 5. Check each resistor value carefully.
soldering. Therefore, many troubles can be eliminated
by a careful inspection of connections to make sure 6. Be sure the correct diode is installed at each diode
they are soldered as described in the "Soldering" location, and that the banded end is positioned
section of the "Kit Builders Guide." Reheat any correctly.
doubtful connections. Be sure all the wires are
soldered, at places where several wires are connected.
7. Check all component leads connected to the circuit
board.
3. Be sure the transistor and the integrated circuit are in
the proper locations (correct part number and type 8. Make sure bare wires do not touch the chassis or other
number). Be sure that each transistor lead is in the lugs and make sure all wires are properly soldered.
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Troubleshooting Chart

PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE

Voltage drops significantly when 1. IC1.

transmitting. 2. 01.

Unable to obtain +13.8 VDC 1. IC1.

with Voltage Adjust control. 2. Voltage Adjust control R3.
3. Resistors R2 or R4.
No output voltage. 1. IC1.
2. 01.
3. Transformer T1.
4. Capacitor C1 or C3.

Circuit breaker trips. 1. Transformer.

2. Diode D1, D2, D3, or D4.
3. Capacitor C1 or C3.

Pilot light not lit. 1. Lamp.

2. Resistor R4.

FACTORY REPAIR SERVICE

You can return your completed kit to the Heath Company • The invoice or sales slip, or a copy of either.
Service Department to have it repaired for a minimum • Your authorization to ship the repaired unit back to
service fee. (Kits that have been modified will not be you C.0.D. for the service and shipping charges, plus
accepted for repair.) Or, if you wish, you can deliver your the cost of parts not covered by the warranty.
kit to a nearby Heathkit Electronic Center. These centers are
listed in your Heathkit catalog. Attach the envelope containing one copy of this letter
directly to the unit before packaging, so that we do not
To be eligible for replacement parts under the terms of the overlook this important information. Send the second copy
warranty, equipment returned for factory repair service, or of the letter by separate mail to Heath Company, Attention:
delivered to a Heathkit Electronic Center, must be Service Department, Benton Harbor, Michigan 49022.
accompanied by the invoice or the sales slip, or a copy of
either. If you send the original invoice or sales slip, it will be Check the equipment to see that all parts and screws are in
returned to you. place. Then, wrap the equipment in heavy paper. Place the
equipment in a strong carton, and put at least THREE
If it is not convenient to deliver your kit to a Heathkit INCHES of resilient packing material (shredded paper,
Electronic Center, please ship it to the factory at Benton excelsior, etc.) on all sides, between the equipment and the
Harbor, Michigan and observe the following shipping carton. Seal the carton with gummed paper tape, and tie it
instructions: with a strong cord. Ship it by prepaid express, United Parcel
Service, or insured parcel post to:
Prepare a letter in duplicate, containing the following
information: Heath Company
Service Department
• Your name and return address. Benton Harbor, Michigan 49022
• Date of purchase.
• A brief description of the difficulty.
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SPECIFICATIONS

Output Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13.8 voe regulated.

(Adjustable from approximately 10 to 15 VDC.)

Output Current 2.2 amperes, 40% duty cycle at 13.8 voe.

Regulation . . Better than 1-1/2% from no load to full load (2.2 amperes).

Transistor Integrated Circuit

and Diode Complement . . TA2577A pass transistor (1).
MFC6030 IC voltage regulator (1 ).
1 N4002 silicon diode (4).
3A1 silicon diode (4).

Power Requirements 110 to 130 VAC or 220 to 260 VAC, 50/60 Hz, at 55 watts
(full load).

Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3" high x 7-1/4" wide x 10" deep (including switch and
feet).

Net Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 pounds.

The Heath Company reserves the right to discontinue

instruments and to change specifications at any time
without incurring any obligation to incorporate new features
in instruments previously sold.
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CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION

Refer to the Schematic diagram (fold-out from Page 12) Transistor 01 is a series regulator pass transistor. The
while reading the "Circuit Description." conduction of 01 and the output voltage is controlled by
the base bias provided by integrated circuit IC1. IC1 with its
own zener reference diode samples the output voltage,
The 120 VAC or 240 V AC Iine voltage is applied through compares this to the internal reference voltage and
circuit breaker CB-1 and power on-off switch S 1 to the automatically adjusts 01 base bias as needed to maintain a
primary winding of power transformer T1. From the fixed output level.
secondary winding the voltage is applied to silicon diodes
D1, D2, D3, and D4. These diodes operate as a full-wave The regulated output voltage level is adjusted by voltage
bridge rectifier circuit. The rectified DC is then filtered by adjust control R3. Short circuits are sensed through coupling
electrolytic capacitor C1 and applied to the regulator diodes D5, 06, D7, and 08 and applied to IC1 which
circuitry. readjusts the 01 base bias to prevent current overload.

CIRCUIT BOARD X-RAY VIEW

NOTE: To identify a part shown in this View, so you can 2. A. Note the identification number of the part
order a replacement, proceed in either of the following (A-number, C-number, etc.).
ways:
B. Locate the same identification number
1. A. Refer to the place where the part is
(next to the part) on the Schematic. The
installed in the Step-by-Step instructions
"Description" of the part will also appear
and note the "Description" of the part
near the part.
(for example: 22 kn, .001 µF, or MFC
6030).
C. Look up this Description in the "Parts
B. Look up this Description in the "Parts List."
List."

(VIEWED FROM THE COMPONENT SIDE)

 CUSTOMER SERVICE

REPLACEMENT PARTS Hints: Telephone traffic is lightest at midweek ...please be

sure your Manual and notes are on hand when you call.
If you need a replacement part, please fill in the Parts Order
Form that is furnished and mail it to the Heath Company. Heathkit Electronic Center facilities are also available for
Or, if you write a letter, include the: telephone or "walk-in" personal assistance.

• Part number and description as shown in the Parts

List.
• Model number and Series number from the blue and REPAIR SERVICE
white label.
• Date of purchase. Service facilities are available, if they are needed, to repair
• Nature of the defect. your completed kit. (Kits that have been modified, soldered
with paste flux or acid core solder, cannot be accepted for
Please do not return parts to the factory unless they are repair.)
requested. Parts that are damaged through carelessness or
misuse by the kit builder will not be replaced without cost, If it is convenient, personally deliver your kit to a Heathkit
and will not be considered in warranty. Electronic Center. For warranty parts replacement, supply a
copy of the invoice or sales slip.
Parts are also available at the Heathkit Electronic Centers
listed in your catalog. Be sure to provide the Heath part If you prefer to ship your kit to the factory, attach a letter
number. Bring in the original part when you request a containing the following information directly to the unit:
warranty replacement from a Heathkit Electror,ic Center.
• Your name and address.
N OTE: Replacement parts are maintained specifically to • Date of purchase.
repair Heathkit products. Parts sales for other reasons will be • Copies of all correspondence relevant to the service of
declined. the kit.
• A brief description of the difficulty.
• Authorization to return your kit C.O.D.for the service
TECHNICAL CONSULTATION and shipping charges. (This will reduce the possibility
of delay.)
Need help with your kit? . .. . Self-Service? ....
Construction? . .. . Operation? . .. . Call or write for Check the equipment to see that all screws and parts are
assistance. You'll find our Technical Consultants eager to secured. ( Do not include any wooden cabinets or color
help with just about any technical problem except television picture tu bes, as these are easily damaged in
"customizing" for unique applications. shipment.) Place the equipment in a strong carton with at
least THREE INCHES of resilient packing material
The effectiveness of our consultation service depends on the (shredded paper, excelsior, etc.) on all sides. Use additional
information you furnish. Be sure to tell us: packing material where there are protrusions (control sticks,
large knobs, etc.). If the unit weighs over 15 lbs., place this
• The Model number and Series number from the blue carton in another one with 3/4" of packing material
and white label. between the two.
• The date of purchase.
• An exact description of the difficulty.
Seal the carton with reinforced gummed tape, tie it with a
• Everything you have done in attempting to correct the strong cord, and mark it "Fragile" on at least two sides.
problem.
Remember, the carrier will not accept liability for shipping
Also include switch positions, connections to other units, damage if the unit is insufficiently packed. Ship by prepaid
operating procedures, voltage readings, and any other express, United Parcel Service, or insured Parcel Post to:
information you think might be helpful.
Heath Company
Please do not send parts for testing, unless this is specifically Service Department
requested by our Consultants. Benton Harbor, Michigan 49022
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