Appendix C: Troubleshooting
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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
While your Andromeda A6 should not need much attention, here are some tips for
preventive maintenance:
• Disconnect the AC power Adapter, then use a damp cloth to clean the A6’s
metal and plastic surfaces. For heavy dirt, use a non-abrasive household
cleaner such as Formula 409® or Fantastik®. DO NOT SPRAY THE
CLEANER DIRECTLY ONTO THE FRONT OR BACK OF THE UNIT AS IT
MAY CONTAMINATE THE INTERNAL CARD SLOT CONTACTS, THE
DISPLAY OR THE FRONT PANEL BUTTONS! Spray onto a cloth, then use
the cloth to clean the unit.
• Periodically check the power adapter for signs of fraying or damage.
• Unplug the Andromeda’s AC power adapter when not in use for extended
periods of time.
• Place a dust cover over the unit when it is not in use.
• Vacuum around the RAM card slot to keep dust from falling into it. DO NOT
SPRAY ANY KIND OF CLEANER OR LUBRICANT into the card slot.
• The one place where contact cleaner may be useful is on the three 1/4” back
panel jacks and cables. Periodically disconnect the A6 from AC power and
all cables, and clean the 1/4” cable ends with rubbing alcohol or electronic
contact cleaner, then work the plug into the jack repeatedly. DO NOT SPRAY
CONTACT CLEANER DIRECTLY INTO THE JACKS. It’s better to use a
damp plug to clean the jacks, or use a cotton or foam swab (but be careful not
to get cotton or foam stuck in the unit). While Alesis does not endorse the
use of any specific product, certain contact enhancers (such as Cramolin™)
may be used to keep the connections from corroding in the future.