How to clean CPC 464 plus keyboard?

[AxelStone]

Good day everyone, this weekend I'm going to do some maintenance to my CPC 464 plus. I've noticed that some keys are a bit hard to press, so I suposse there is dust inside the keyboard. Any good tutorial to open 464 and clean keyboard?


thanks.

[Gryzor]

Well, surprised at the lack of replies, but what did you find after all?

[cpcitor]

Well, surprised at the lack of replies, but what did you find after all?

(topic unearthing)

My experience is that a paper clip (not even straightened, round loop is less aggressive on plastic surface) is a surprisingly effective tool to catch big clusters of hair and dust that accumulate under keys.

To refine the work, an air spray (or even any air pump, e.g. for inflatable mattress) can be good, but better do that outdoors or you could be liable to use a vacuum cleaner soon.

This is not specific to CPC keyboards.

[Duke]

Probably not a recommended solution ...
I had a CPC6128 keyboard with many hard to press keys, even after thorough cleaning.
Ie. when not hitting the keys on the center they would be very hard to press. I put it down to being tear and wear.

I ended up giving the keyboard silicon spray from the front (without the foil) while exercising the keys and finally wiping off the excess silicon from the keys themselves.
The keyboard has been wonderful since, it's been about 6 months ago. Maybe it's not a good idea? - it worked for me atleast, so far

[tjohnson]

I took apart my pcw keyboard, cleaned the membrane with a cloth and the rest in the sink with hot water and a small brush. Dried in the airing cupboard.  Works a treat for me.   Don't lose the springs.

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[pelrun]

I ended up giving the keyboard silicon spray from the front (without the foil) while exercising the keys and finally wiping off the excess silicon from the keys themselves.
The keyboard has been wonderful since, it's been about 6 months ago. Maybe it's not a good idea? - it worked for me atleast, so far

My keyboard has the same issue; lubrication is definitely a good idea (but make sure everything is clean first!)


Just need to choose the right lubricant. a silicone or a dry teflon film lube should be good. Oils(won't stay in place) and WD40(!) aren't.