Tools Required
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Keycap Puller
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Switch Puller
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#0 Phillips Screwdriver
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Glorious Cleaning Kit (Blower, Microfiber cloth, Brush)
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70% Isopropyl alcohol
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Cotton Swabs
Cleaning the Keyboard
Step 1: Remove keycaps with the keycap puller.
Step 2: Remove the switches using the switch puller
Step 3: The outer edges and bottom of the keyboard may be wiped with the microfiber cloth.
Step 4: Remove the rotary knob by pulling it straight up and away from the keyboard.
Step 5: Remove the 8 screws securing the top frame to the bottom plate using #0 Phillips screwdriver
Step 6: Remove the top frame to expose the switch plate for easier cleaning.
Step 7: Using the brush, agitate and brush the dirt or debris from the switch plate and PCB.
Step 8: Using the blower, blow air over the switch plate to clean away loose dirt and debris.
Step 9: Wipe the surface of the switch plate with the microfiber cloth to clear any additional dust or contaminants.
Step 10: For deeper cleaning, use a small amount of 70% isopropyl alcohol and a cotton swab.
Saturate the end of the cotton swab with the alcohol.
Step 11: Working in small sections, apply the alcohol to the switch plate surface, scrubbing gently to loosen any dirt or contaminants.
- Wipe away any loosened dirt or excess alcohol with the microfiber towel.
- Change cotton swabs as needed to enhance cleaning effectiveness.
Step 12: Clean around the switch ports using the same gentle scrubbing method.
The surface of the PCB may be cleaned in this manner as well.
Step 13: Reassemble the Keyboard
NOTE: Allow any trace amounts of alcohol to evaporate completely before reassembly.