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Re: [elektron] MnM - plastic covering is coming off

2007-08-20 by Patrik "Rydan" Rydberg

Well, having the same problem here. Not to seriout though, so I think 
I'll just leave it for now...

/Patrik

Joseph Melnyk wrote:
> 
> 
> i've taken both md and mnm's apart before. do not use a screwdriver
> to pry the knobs off. its tempting, as they're on there very
> tightly. but you can do it with just your fingers. just pinch it
> with your thumb and first finger and wedge your fingers against the
> face plate to apply pressure there while pulling upwards. it'll take
> a minute, but they'll come up. the main thing is to pull straight
> up. do not put any sideways pressure on or you'll snap the encoder
> and you'll have to send the whole unit in to replace it.
> 
> anyway, it can be done and it's not that bad but you just need to be
> careful. good luck!
> 
> On Aug 20, 2007, at 7:24 AM, Goktug Citci wrote:
> 
>  > Hi,
>  >
>  > I had the same problem, I fixed it myself with email help of elektron
>  > support.
>  >
>  > First you have to remove the knobs gently, then remove the plastic
>  > cover,
>  > and using two sided stickers, glue the plastic cover again.
>  >
>  > Be VERY careful, if you cannot remove a knob, dont force it,
>  > otherwise that
>  > knob cannot be repaired..
>  >
>  > I highly suggest you to send to elektron support..or be very very
>  > careful
>  > about what you are doin J
>  >
>  > Bests
>  >
>  > Goktug.
> 
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> 
>

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