Rane MP26 Operator's Manual - Mp26
Manual-9
MP26
CLUB MIXER
Magnetic Crossfader Maintenance
There are no electrical contacts to clean!
The crossfader in the MP26 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
eithercase,thecrossfaderisnotdamagedandthesoundquality
is unaffected. Cleaning is only required to maintain the feel of the
crossfader.
The crossfader is self-lubricating and with normal use, should
notrequireadditionallubrication.Ifyouwish,youcanusea
light silicone lubricant rated for use with electrical parts. This
willhelpmaintainthefeel.WerecommendCaigDeoxITFader-
LubeF100spraylubricant.
Order DeoxIT® F100 from CAIG Laboratories, Inc.
12200ThatcherCt.
Poway,CA92064
Phone858-486-8388
Fax858-486-8398
Web
www.caig.com
Never use a heavy lubricant or grease
.Doingsowillnotdam-
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
Forcleaningandlubrication,followthesedirections:
1.Requiredtools:#1Philipsscrewdriverandapairofclean
hands.
2.Disconnectthepower.
3.Removeonlythetwo4-40screwsattachingthecrossover
faceplate as pointed out below.
4. Remove the crossfader from the mixer, and carefully remove
the ribbon cable from the back of the circuit board.
Torsion spring
Sensors
5. Move the carrier all the way to one side.
6. Use a soft lint-free cloth to wipe off the rails.
7.Addadropofsiliconelubricant(orquicksprayfromaerosol)
to the center of each rail.
8. Move the carrier back and forth to distribute lubricant.
9.Donotbendthetorsionspring.Donotdisturbthepositionof
thesmallsensorsateachendoftheFader.Ifyouaccidentally
do, make sure the parts are standing straight before reinstall-
ing.
10.CAUTION:Sugaryliquidsmaydamagethecrossfader
beyondrepair.Youmightbeabletosaveitbyremovingthe
crossfader and thoroughly rinsing it in hot water. Make sure
the part is clean and dry before lubricating or reinstalling.
11.Removalofgreaseorotherstubborndebrismayrequire
alcohol or contact cleaner. Make sure the part is clean and dry
before lubricating or reinstalling.
12. Problems? Contact Rane Corporation customer service at
425-355-6000oremailusatinfo@rane.com.
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:
•CaigDeoxITFaderLubeF100spraylubricant
•CaigDeoxITFaderLubeF5spraycleaner
•CRC2-26(www.crcindustries.com)
OrderCaiLubeMCL
®
fromCAIGLaboratoriesatthesame
address previously listed.
1. Position the fader at mid-travel.
2.Spraycleaner/lubricantintobothendsofthefader.
3.Movethefaderoveritsfulltravelbackandforthafewtimes.
4.Wipeoffexcessfluid.
If cleaning does not fix sny fader, please contact Rane Corpora-
tioncustomerserviceat425-355-6000oremailusatinfo@rane.
com if you are in the U.S.A. Outside the U.S.A, please contact
your distributor for service.
Crossfader Questions and Answers
Q: Can I install magnetic crossfaders in any other mixer?
A:
The connectors may be similar, but the circuits are very differ-
ent. Connecting the fader to anything other than the intend-
ed cable in the MP26 could permanently damage it.
Q: Can I install another crossfader in my MP26?
A:
No. The cable connections are specially designed for Rane
magnetic faders.