Cleaning Inside The Trackball Assembly - Compaq Armada 4200 Reference Manual

Cleaning Inside the Trackball Assembly

To remove dust and buildup on the inside surfaces of the
trackball:
1. Turn off the computer. Remove battery packs. Disconnect
external devices. Remove the trackball.
2. Remove any large particles of debris that have fallen into the
trackball housing.
3. Dip a cotton swab in isopropyl alcohol and squeeze off the
excess liquid.
4. Carefully wipe inside the cage to remove residue from the
surfaces. Clean the ball bearings
swab. Do not attempt to remove the bearings. Do not use
alcohol on the sensor window . Instead, gently wipe the
sensor window with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth until all debris
is removed.
Cleaning Inside the Trackball
CAUTION:
on the sensor window.
5. Allow the parts to air dry before reassembling.
6. Replace the ball in the trackball cage.
15-22 Troubleshooting
To avoid damage to the computer, do not use alcohol
by rubbing with the