Writer Overhaul Details

All our technicians are factory certified!

AN OVERHAUL/REFURBISHMENT CONSISTS OF:

The Writer is checked for the current settings, a basic diagnostics is performed and any problems are noted.
We then completely disassemble the steno writer. This ensures that all the old grease and oil can be removed from virtually every location on the mechanism.

Hand washing all the parts with a n environmentally friendly, biodegradable , non-toxic solution.

The case is examined for damage. Many times, the cases are cracked or damaged from drops or falls, or rough handling. You may not even be aware of this damage, as it is usually not noticeable from the outside of the machine. Depending on the amount of damage, we may be able to repair the shell, or contact you to discuss replacing the damaged parts.

During re-assembly of your machine, we use state-of-the-art equipment to measure and pneumatically inject the proper amount of lubrication into the heart of the mechanism.

New stop pads, bank bar pads, and universal bar pads are installed, factory specified adjustments are set and a new ribbon is installed.
During the final stages of assembly, the contacts are adjusted and a complete diagnostics is performed. This includes all of the following (as applicable):
- Disk Drive is tested (format and operation)
- Real-time is tested (letters, numbers, stenomarks.
- Charging circuit is tested
- Checked for acceptable noise levels
Finally the writer is then adjusted to meet and exceed factory specifications. As part of that testing our tech, who can write steno, tests the machine for the proper feel.
Only after all tests pass, is your machine polished and prepared for sale or return.

What Stenotech does when it Re-Conditions its Machines

1. The machine is completely disassembled.

2. Each part is chemically cleaned and conditioned in a two part process using the highest grade solvent.

3. The Stop Pad, Universal Bar Pad and Bank Bar Pad are replaced if necessary.

4. All parts such as the ribbon feed roller assembly, paper feed roll shaft, numeral bar brace, pawl hold ribbon advance, aprons, platen gear assemblies, motor gear assemblies and various other parts are examined meticulously and replaced if worn.

5. The Platen is reconditioned or replaced if necessary.

6. All electronic components are pneumatically cleaned and solder points are examined and re-soldered if necessary.

7. The disk drive is cleaned and demagnetized if necessary.

8. The machine is reassembled and all mechanical parts are greased and lubricated to original factory specifications.

9. The factory settings are verified and mechanical adjustments are performed as necessary.

10. The ribbons and batteries are replaced with new items.

11. Adjustments are performed on all electronic components, including the contact assembly and switches.

12. All motor gears are aligned to specifications and voltage checked for optimum operation.

13. A complete diagnostics is performed to check computer interface (real-time), battery charging operations, electronic operations, and proper disk drive operation is verified.

14. The machine plastic shell/casing is cleaned inside and out and key tops are polished and or replaced.

15. All internal software programs inside the steno machine is updated to the highest version possible by Stenotech.

16. Paper Tray is replaced if cracked or broken.

17. The LCD display is replaced if any blemishes appear as well as any part or accessories on the machine.

18. The steno machine is then professionally packed.

An annual cleaning on machines can range from $185.00 to $385.00 and include some of the above services; however many of these services could easily cost over $1,000.00 on any computerized steno machine. All of the above services are included in all steno machines sold with our standard one year warranty and our exchange policy to assure you are happy with your purchase.

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