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After cleaning, always wipe the unit with a clean, lint-free cloth.
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Occasionally clean the air vents on the computer. Lint and other foreign matter can block the vents and
limit the airflow.
Cleaning the keyboard
Follow all safety precautions in
To clean the tops of the keys or the keyboard body, follow the procedures described in
case on page
When cleaning debris from under the keys, review all rules in
before following these procedures:
CAUTION:
keys.
Visible debris underneath or between the keys might be removed by vacuuming or shaking.
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Canned, pressurized air might be used to clean debris from under the keys. Caution should be used as too
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much air pressure can dislodge lubricants applied under the wide keys.
If you remove a key, use a specially designed key puller to prevent damage to the keys. This tool is
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available through many electronic supply outlets.
IMPORTANT:
improperly removed or installed, the keyboard may not function properly.
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You can clean under a key with a swab moistened with isopropyl alcohol and squeezed out. Be careful not
to wipe away lubricants necessary for proper key functions. Use tweezers to remove any fibers or dirt in
confined areas. Allow the parts to air dry before reassembly.
Cleaning the monitor
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Wipe the monitor screen with a clean cloth moistened with water or with a towelette designed for cleaning
monitors. Do not use sprays or aerosols directly on the screen; the liquid may seep into the housing and
damage a component. Never use solvents or flammable liquids on the monitor.
To clean the monitor body follow the procedures in
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Cleaning the mouse
Before cleaning the mouse, ensure that the power to the computer is turned off.
Clean the mouse ball by first removing the retaining plate and the ball from the housing. Pull out any debris
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from the ball socket and wipe the ball with a clean, dry cloth before reassembly.
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To clean the mouse body, follow the procedures in
Service considerations
Keep these considerations in mind during the disassembly and assembly of the computer.
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Chapter 3 Routine care, SATA drive guidelines, and disassembly preparation
General cleaning safety precautions on page 11
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Use safety glasses equipped with side shields before attempting to clean debris from under the
Never remove a wide leveled key (like the space bar) from the keyboard. If these keys are
before cleaning the keyboard.
General cleaning safety precautions on page 11
Cleaning the computer case on page
Cleaning the computer case on page
Cleaning the computer
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