Test The Scanner; Care And Maintenance Tips - UMAX Technologies PowerLook 1100 Operation Manual

Before attempting to transport your scanner, it is important that you lock the optical assembly in
place to avoid any possible damage to the scanner's optical components. To lock the optical
assembly, insert a coin and turn it until points to the lock mark.

Test the Scanner

The scanner automatically performs a simple self-test each time it is turned on. This self-test checks
the status of certain scanner devices.
1. Connect the power cord to a wall outlet.
2. Connect the other end of the power cord to the scanner.
3. Turn on the power to the scanner.
At power-on, the front panel indicators flash once. The power indicator then glows and the ready
indicator blinks. When the test is completed, the power and ready indicators glow steadily.

Care and Maintenance Tips

Regularly clean the object glass of the scanner and the transparency adapter to prevent dirt or
smudge build-up that may reduce the quality of your scanned images. Before you clean the object
glass, make sure the scanner is off and the power cord is unplugged.
Clean the object glass of the scanner and the transparency adapter with a soft damp cloth and a mild
detergent or alcohol.
Note: Avoid spraying cleaning fluid directly on the object glass. This may cause the liquid to
penetrate the seams around the glass and contaminate the mirrors and lenses inside the
scanner. Spray the liquid on the cleaning cloth then wipe the glass clean.
Be sure that nothing covers the calibration area. It is important to keep the calibration area clean
since dust or smudge marks on the glass will reduce the quality of scanned transparencies. Make
sure the transparency fits in the scanning area.
Do not leave transparencies on the object glass of the scanner for excessive periods of time. The
warmth of the scanner and transparency adapter lamps may cause them to deteriorate. Please, use
the Frame holder to secure the transparencies for scanning.
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