Cleaning The Tc55; Connector Cleaning; Cleaning Cradle Connectors - Motorola TC55 Integrator Manual

Cleaning Frequency
The cleaning frequency is up to the customer's discretion due to the varied environments in which the mobile devices
are used. They may be cleaned as frequently as required, but it is advisable to clean the camera window periodically
when used in dirty environments to ensure optimum performance.

Cleaning the TC55

Housing
Using the alcohol wipes, wipe the housing including buttons.
Display
The display can be wiped down with the alcohol wipes, but care should be taken not to allow any pooling of liquid
around the edges of the display. Immediately dry the display with a soft, non-abrasive cloth to prevent streaking.
Camera and Exit Window
Wipe the camera and exit window periodically with a lens tissue or other material suitable for cleaning optical
material such as eyeglasses.

Connector Cleaning

To clean the connectors:
Procedure:
1 Remove the main battery from mobile computer.
2 Dip the cotton portion of the cotton-tipped applicator in isopropyl alcohol.
3 Rub the cotton portion of the cotton-tipped applicator back-and-forth across the connector. Do not leave any
cotton residue on the connector.
4 Repeat at least three times.
5 Use the cotton-tipped applicator dipped in alcohol to remove any grease and dirt near the connector area.
6 Use a dry cotton-tipped applicator and repeat steps 4 through 6.
Caution: Do not point nozzle at yourself and others, ensure the nozzle or tube is away from your face.
7 Spray compressed air on the connector area by pointing the tube/nozzle about ½ inch away from the surface.
8 Inspect the area for any grease or dirt, repeat if required.

Cleaning Cradle Connectors

To clean the connectors on a cradle:
Procedure:
1 Remove the DC power cable from the cradle.
2 Dip the cotton portion of the cotton-tipped applicator in isopropyl alcohol.
3 Rub the cotton portion of the cotton-tipped applicator along the pins of the connector. Slowly move the applicator
back-and-forth from one side of the connector to the other. Do not leave any cotton residue on the connector.
4 All sides of the connector should also be rubbed with the cotton-tipped applicator.
Caution: Do not point nozzle at yourself and others, ensure the nozzle or tube is pointed away from
your face.
5 Spray compressed air in the connector area by pointing the tube/nozzle about ½ inch away from the surface.
6 Remove any lint left by the cotton-tipped applicator.
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