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40 Routine Maintenance
Cleaning Your Machine
This section describes the cleaning procedure that is needed to maintain your machine.
Wiping Off Dirt on the Machine
Be sure to use a soft cloth such as eyeglasses cleaning cloth and wipe off dirt on the surface
with it gently. Smooth out wrinkles on the cloth if necessary before cleaning.
Cleaning the Platen Glass and Document Cover
With a clean, soft, lint-free cloth, wipe the Platen Glass (A) and the inner side of the Document
Cover (white sheet) (B) gently. Make sure not to leave any residue, especially on the Platen
Glass.
Caution
z Do not use tissue paper, paper towels, or similar materials for cleaning so as not to scratch the surface.
Paper tissue powders or fine threads may remain inside the machine and cause problems such as
Print Head blockage and poor printing results. Make sure to use a soft cloth.
z Never use volatile liquids such as thinners, benzene, acetone, or any other chemical cleaner to clean
the machine, as this may cause a malfunction or damage the machine’s surface.
Caution
z Be sure to turn off the power and disconnect the power plug before cleaning the machine.
z Do not use tissue paper, rough-textured cloth, or similar materials, as this may scratch the
surface.
Caution
Be sure to turn off the power and disconnect the power plug before cleaning the machine.
Important
The inner side of the Document Cover (white sheet) (B) is easily damaged, so wipe it gently.
Note
If the Document Cover comes off, see “The Document Cover Comes Off” on page 58 and
attach it.
(B)
(A)