Cleaning The Linear Imager Scanner; Cleaning The Linear Imager Scanner Cradles - Motorola LI4278 Product Reference Manual

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Cleaning the Linear Imager Scanner

CAUTION
Routinely cleaning the exit window is required. A dirty window may affect scanning accuracy. Do not allow any
abrasive material to touch the window.
To clean the scanner:
Dampen a soft cloth with one of the approved cleaning agents listed above or use pre-moistened wipes.
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Gently wipe all surfaces, including the front, back, sides, top and bottom. Never apply liquid directly to the
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scanner. Be careful not to let liquid pool around the scanner window, trigger, cable connector or any other
area on the device.
Be sure to clean the trigger and in between the trigger and the housing (use a cotton-tipped applicator to
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reach tight or inaccessible areas).
Do not spray water or other cleaning liquids directly into the exit window.
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Wipe the scanner exit window with a lens tissue or other material suitable for cleaning optical material such
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as eyeglasses.
Immediately dry the scanner window after cleaning with a soft non-abrasive cloth to prevent streaking.
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Allow the unit to air dry before use.
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Scanner connectors:
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Dip the cotton portion of a cotton-tipped applicator in isopropyl alcohol.
a.
Rub the cotton portion of the cotton-tipped applicator back-and-forth across the connector on the
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Motorola scanner at least 3 times. Do not leave any cotton residue on the connector.
Use the cotton-tipped applicator dipped in alcohol to remove any grease and dirt near the connector
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area.
Use a dry cotton tipped applicator and rub the cotton portion of the cotton-tipped applicator
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back-and-forth across the connectors at least 3 times. Do not leave any cotton residue on the
connectors.

Cleaning the Linear Imager Scanner Cradles

CAUTION
Do not pour, spray or spill any liquid on the cradle. See
about cleaning the cradles.
To clean the cradle connectors:
Remove the DC power cable from the cradle.
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Dip the cotton portion of a cotton-tipped applicator in isopropyl alcohol.
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Rub the cotton portion of the cotton-tipped applicator along the pins of the connector. Slowly move the
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applicator back-and-forth from one side of the connector to the other. Do not let any cotton residue remain
on the connector.
Rub all sides of the connector with the cotton-tipped applicator.
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Avoid using cleansers directly on the linear imager scanner battery door and contacts. Use a cotton
swab moistened with alcohol to gently clean contacts.
Avoid using cleansers directly on the linear imager scanner cradle contacts. Use a cotton swab
moistened with alcohol to gently clean contacts.
Cleaning the Linear Imager Scanner for instructions