How to deoxit Microstation BT?

[Sebastian Holtzer]

The potentiometer on my Microstation BT crackles whenever I move the knob. Even after turning the knob 50 to 100 times, the crackling only disappears for a short while. I was considering treating the unit with Deoxit F5 Faderlube spray.
What is the best way to go about this, and is this actually recommended for this device?

 

[SwitchBack]

Sounds like bad circuit design (no DC decoupling) or a fault (loose/bad capacitor). I'd contact customer support for advice.

 

[Davey]

Yes, it is safe to use. You might be able to get away with removing the knob and squirting a VERY SMALL amount down the shaft or, if it is secured by a nut, you'll have to open the case to get access. Either way work the pot back and forth a good few times to work the cleaner across the pot wiper area. You only need to get a tiny amount to the pot track so don't go crazy. Deoxit is good but there are much cheaper options. Look for stuff that says cleans and lubricates and that is safe on plastic.

 

[Sebastian Holtzer]

Sounds like bad circuit design (no DC decoupling) or a fault (loose/bad capacitor). I'd contact customer support for advice.

Yeah maybe. Atom SQ Display was bad too.

 

[Sebastian Holtzer]

Yes, it is safe to use. You might be able to get away with removing the knob and squirting a VERY SMALL amount down the shaft or, if it is secured by a nut, you'll have to open the case to get access. Either way work the pot back and forth a good few times to work the cleaner across the pot wiper area. You only need to get a tiny amount to the pot track so don't go crazy. Deoxit is good but there are much cheaper options. Look for stuff that says cleans and lubricates and that is safe on plastic.

Thank you very much, I´ll will try that first seeing how it goes.

 

[Stuart Welwood]

Look for stuff that says cleans and lubricates and that is safe on plastic.

Sounds like what we used to call TV Tuner Cleaner spray.