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Yes, be very careful with the Windex or you'll end up repainting your DW-synth too. ;)
The paint brush idea is awesome -- I've been using Microfiber cloths which do a tremendous job of picking up the dirt and grit.
I've also found that silly putty, and synthetic rubbery toys designed to stick to the wall, are excellent for getting into the cracks and crevices of the synth case and completely picking up the dust and dirt. Just push it into the cracks and peel off. Instant clean!
Disassembling an entire keyboard and cleaning each key individually is a huge task, but I've done it before with a few synths. The best way I've found is to remove them from the keyboard bed, put them into a pillow case, fill the kitchen sink with hot water and dishwasher detergent, and then very gently agitate the pillow case for 5 minutes or so. The detergent does an excellent job of breaking down the dirt and oils, and rinses off clean and shiny. Let them dry completely before reassembly.
Don't lose any of the springs and screws or you will be a very sad panda. Take photos of your own disassembly. You'll want to see them later if you get lost putting it all back together. Paper cups and egg cartons are great for holding the different types of screws that you'll end up removing.
Windex works pretty well if you aren't planning on disassembly, but again is dangerous to the finish of the DW's metallic grey case. Alcohol is also a bad idea for cleaning the case for the same reason. I've found that in this situation regular Endust or Endust for Electronics does a really good job of picking up the dirt and making the keys smooth and shiny. Just spray it on a soft cloth, rub the keys until they area shiny, and wipe off any excess completely. Then wipe it down again with a clean cloth.
If you are using alcohol as a cleaner for the circuit board, make sure to get the 90% isopropyl, as there is less water in it to threaten rust on the metal parts. Shine a desk lamp on it or leave it in the sun to dry thoroughly.
Potentiometer or TV Tuner cleaner is best for the sliders, as it contains both a solvent and a lightweight non-conductive lubricant. But use it very sparingly and make sure to work your sliders back and forth several dozen times after you apply it. Consider using a cleaner like DeoxIT ® FaderLube from http://www.caig. com/
--- In DW8000@yahoogroups. com, sam cooper <djinahzone@ ...> wrote:
>
> be careful with Windex it can leave your keys buttons and knobs sticky.and it can change the color of your synth. also use a small paint brush to dust it. It will keep you from messing up your keys.
>
> I did a complete disassembly on mine and cleaned every single key,
> board, and component before reassembling. I cleaned keys and plastics
> with Windex, and cleaned circuit boards with isopropyl alcohol, which
> evaporates quickly and leaves no residue. I think the only tool I
> needed was a #2 Phillips screwdriver.
>
> Carl Veazey wrote:
> > I have a very dusty, pretty grimy DW-8000. For now it still powers on
> > and makes sound, but I'd like to get it in better condition.
> > What steps do I need to take, and materials should I use, to clean
> > keys, switches, sliders, and internals?
> > Any input is greatly appreciated!
> >
> > Carl
>