Cleaning The Mouse - HP Z240 Small Form Factor User Manual

Cleaning the mouse

1. Follow the safety precautions in the Maintenance and Service Guide for your workstation before
cleaning the computer.
2. If the mouse has an on/off switch, turn it off.
3. Wipe the body of the mouse with a damp cloth.
4. If the mouse has a:
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Laser or LED: use a cotton swab dampened with cleaning solution to gently brush out any dust
around the laser or LED, then wipe again with a dry swab. Do not wipe the laser or LED directly with
the swab.
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Scroll wheel: spray canned, pressurized air in the gap between the scroll wheel and the click
buttons. Do not blow air directly on one spot for very long or condensation can form.
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Roller ball: remove and clean the roller ball, remove any debris from the ball socket, wipe out the
socket with a dry cloth, and reassemble the mouse.
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