Rane SIXTY-EIGHT User manual

MAGNETIC CROSSFADER
MAINTENANCE
The crossfader in the Sixty-Eight is designed
with materials highly resistant to corrosion and
most chemicals. While it will handle millions of
operations, it may become dirty over time. Bad
things may be spilled into the crossfader, but
in many instances the crossfader may not be
damaged and the sound quality thus 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 FaderLube F100 spray
lubricant.
Order DeoxIT® F100 from:
CAIG Laboratories, Inc.
12200 Thatcher Ct.
Poway, CA 92064
Phone [phone]
Fax [phone]
Web www.caig.com
Never use a heavy lubricant or grease.
Doing so may not damage the faders, but can
affect the feel. If grease was used, it may be
removed by following the cleaning instructions.
Light lubrication is possible with the fader face
plate on. A couple of drops or a short spray will
do it. Make sure any product you use is suitable
for use with electrical parts that contain plastic.
CROSSFADER CLEANING
A. Move the carrier all the way to one side.
B. Use a soft lint-free cloth to wipe off the rails.
C. Add a drop of silicone lubricant (or quick
spray from aerosol) to the center of each rail.
D. Move the carrier back and forth to distribute
lubricant.
E. 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.
F.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.
G. 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.
H. Problems? Contact Rane Corporation
customer service at 425-355-6000 or email us
at [email protected].
Torsion spring
Sensors
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. The fader assembly
must be removed from the Sixty-Eight for proper
cleaning. 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, Inc.
12200 Thatcher Ct.
Poway, CA 92064
Phone [phone]
Fax [phone]
Web www.caig.com
A. Hold the fader assembly away from the mixer.
B. Position the fader at mid-travel.
C. Spray cleaner/lubricant into both ends of the
fader.
D. Move the fader over its full travel back and
forth a few times.
E. Shake excess uid from the fader assembly.
F.Wipe off excess uid.
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FADER ASSEMBLY REMOVAL
1Remove all ve fader knobs.
2Remove all four screws holding the fader
panel face plate.
3Lift up the fader panel face plate and set it
aside where it can’t get damaged.
4Remove the two screws in the main panel at
the top of the fader assembly.
5Remove the two screws at the front of the
fader assembly.
6Slide the fader assembly out just enough to
see the three white and blue wires and their
connectors.
7Unplug the connectors of the three white and
blue wires.
8Slide out the fader assembly completely.
9The channel faders are mounted in pairs.
Remove the four screws for each pair of faders
(1 and 2) or (3 and 4).
0The magnetic crossfader may be removed by
the two screws at each end of the crossfader.
Reverse this procedure to re-assemble.
• Plug in all three cables before installing screws.
• Conrm cables are not crossed, with faders 1
& 2 on the left connector, faders 3 & 4 on the
right connector, and the blue crossfader wires
in the center.
• Test all the faders before installing the fader
panel face plate and fader knobs.
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