Appendix G Appendix G - Routine Care; General Cleaning Safety Precautions; Maximizing The Airflow; Cleaning The Workstation Case - HP Xw8400 - Workstation - 4 GB RAM Technical Reference Manual

G Appendix G — Routine care

General cleaning safety precautions

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Never use solvents or flammable solutions to clean the workstation.
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Never immerse any component in water or cleaning solutions; apply any liquids to a clean cloth
and then use the cloth on the component.
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Always unplug the workstation before cleaning the keyboard, mouse, or air vents.
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Disconnect the keyboard before cleaning it.
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Wear safety glasses equipped with side shields when cleaning the keyboard.

Maximizing the airflow

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Keep your workstation in an area where the airflow to the front and rear of the system is not
obstructed.
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If possible, keep the unit off of surfaces where dust can gather.
● Keep the back of the unit at least 0.15 m (6 in.) away from a wall or other obstruction.
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Keep the front of the unit clear of any obstruction that keeps air from entering the front of the system.
● Remove any dust on the front panel (vent area) and the rear fans with a small vacuum, compressed
air, or dust rag.

Cleaning the workstation case

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Follow the safety precautions presented in
workstation.
● To remove light stains or dirt, use plain water with a clean, lint-free cloth or swab.
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For stronger stains, use a mild dish-washing liquid diluted with water. Rinse well by wiping it with
a cloth or swab dampened with clear water.
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For stubborn stains, use isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol. No rinsing is needed because the alcohol will
evaporate quickly and not leave a residue.
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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 workstation. Lint and other foreign matter can block the
vents and limit the airflow.
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