Quoted from hamish_nz:Do you think I could substitute a 4.7uH 1a ? cant find a 3A locally
In this application it is not even required. I would measure it first as it might still have continuity but if it measures open I would just short it out - certainly for a test anyway.
No harm can be done by trying this.
Does the board work? You didn't tell us if you have tried it yet?