Manual-7
Penny & Giles X3000 Crossfader Service
36 Nine Mile Point Ind. East,
Cwmfelinfach, Gwent,
United Kingdom NP11 7HZ.
www.pgcontrols.com
Service Instructions for Penny & Giles X3000 Series Crossfader
Introduction
This section describes how to service the Penny & Giles PGFX3000 Series crossfader. Servicing is limited to cleaning, re-
lubrication and replacement of some components, such as the slider and track assembly. Periodic maintenance of these parts
provides a smooth operating feel and extends the life of the unit. Cleaning of the unit is necessary if it is used in dirty or dusty
environments or if contaminants have reached inside.
Please note that the fader must be removed from the panel before servicing.
Spare Parts
The following replacement parts are available for the PGFX3000 Series crossfader.
Description
Penny & Giles Part No.
Rane Part Number
Complete fader
D460621
12206 (shown right)
Complete slider assembly
SA300685
Complete track assembly
MK4ST301741
Bearing lubricant
50KD23402
Instructions
1. Remove the two screws from the end of the fader where the
wires exit, and pull away the end block. Withdraw the dust
cover and damping washer. Taking great care remove the
slider assembly, ensuring the wiper contacts are not
damaged as this affects operation. Cleaning of the slider
assembly is possible by gently wiping the wiper contacts
and slider bearings using a tissue or cotton bud. If the
slider bearings are excessively worn, as seen by excessive
slider rocking, a replacement assembly should be fitted.
2. Clean the guide rod, using a tissue or cloth, removing all
traces of dirt or contamination.
3. Remove the track by carefully withdrawing from the unit
and placing face up on the desk. It may be cleaned with a
lint free cloth, rubbing firmly along the track so no debris
remains. If necessary, the track can be washed in warm
water, wiped gently and then dried thoroughly using a dry
cloth. When dry, wipe with a lint free cloth and check for
marks along the track. (
Note
: Lint-free clothes are recom-
mended to avoid dust or fibers from being deposited). If
the track appears worn, or if cleaning does not improve
operation, replacement may be necessary.
4. Examine the centre channel of the fader body and if dirty,
clean using cotton buds.
5. Re-assemble and lubricate the fader as follows:
a) Hold the fader body so the end block is to your right, as
shown below (the label may be on either side).
a) Insert the slider assembly onto the guide rod and into the
fader body, with the contacts facing away from you.
b) Insert the track into the back of the fader body with the
track contacts facing you (to meet the slider contacts).
c) Lubricate the guide rod by placing one small drop of
silicon oil, using a cocktail stick, either side of the slider
assembly. Move the slider from end to end in order to
disperse the oil evenly. Carefully wipe away any excess
oil using a tissue or cloth.
e) Insert the dust cover and damping washer. Hold in place
while securing the remaining end block. Be sure track
wires exit the bottom of the fader body and are not
pinched.
6. Once assembled, move the slider from end to end and
ensure operation is smooth.
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