Rane MP25 MP25 Mixer Owners Manual - Page 14

MP25 CLUB MIXER Faders Maintaining the Magnetic Crossfader There are no electrical contacts to clean! The crossfader in the MP25 is designed with materials highly resistant to corrosion and most chemicals. While the crossfader will handle millions of operations, it may become dirty over time. Bad things may be spilled or sprayed into the crossfader. In either case, the crossfader is not damaged and the sound quality is unaffected. Cleaning is only required to maintain the feel of the crossfader. The crossfader is self-lubricating and with normal use, should not require additional lubrication. If you wish, you can use a light silicone lubricant rated for use with electrical parts. This will help maintain the feel. We recommend Caig DeoxIT Fader- Lube F100 spray lubricant. Order DeoxIT® F100 from CAIG Laboratories, Inc. 12200 Thatcher Ct. Poway, CA 92064 Phone 858-486-8388 Fax 858-486-8398 Web www.caig.com Never use a heavy lubricant or grease. Doing so will not dam- age the faders, but can undo the feel. If grease was used, it may be removed by following the cleaning instructions. Crossfader Removal and Replacement For cleaning and lubrication, follow these directions: 1. Required tools: #1 Philips screwdriver and a pair of clean hands. 2. Disconnect the power. 3. Remove only the two 4-40 screws attaching the crossover faceplate as pointed out below. 5. Move the carrier all the way to one side. 6. Use a soft lint-free cloth to wipe off the rails. 7. Add a drop of silicone lubricant (or quick spray from aerosol) to the center of each rail. 8. Move the carrier back and forth to distribute lubricant. 9. Do not bend the torsion spring. Do not disturb the position of the small sensors at each end of the Fader. If you accidentally do, make sure the parts are standing straight before reinstalling. 10. CAUTION: Sugary liquids may damage the crossfader beyond repair. You might be able to save it by removing the crossfader and thoroughly rinsing it in hot water. Make sure the part is clean and dry before lubricating or reinstalling. 11. Removal of grease or other stubborn debris may require alcohol or contact cleaner. Make sure the part is clean and dry before lubricating or reinstalling. 12. Problems? Contact Rane Corporation customer service at 425-355-6000 or email us at [email protected]. Channel Fader Cleaning With heavy use in harsh environments, the channel faders may need lubrication. This treatment extends longevity and can make used faders as good as new. We recommend any of the following cleaning solutions: • Caig DeoxIT FaderLube F100 spray lubricant • Caig DeoxIT FaderLube F5 spray cleaner • CRC 2-26 (www.crcindustries.com) Order CaiLube MCL® from CAIG Laboratories at the same address previously listed. 1. Position the fader at mid-travel. 2. Spray cleaner/lubricant into both ends of the fader. 3. Move the fader over its full travel back and forth a few times. 4. Wipe off excess fluid. If cleaning does not fix sny fader, please contact Rane Corporation customer service at 425-355-6000 or email us at info@rane. com if you are in the U.S.A. Outside the U.S.A, please contact your distributor for service. 4. Remove the crossfader from the mixer, and carefully remove the ribbon cable from the back of the circuit board. Sensors 14