Cleaning the Machine
The following describes how to clean the machine.
This section is divided into separate descriptions on how to clean the exterior, internal
components, document cover/document feeder, and document glass.
Cleaning the Exterior
The following describes how to clean the exterior.
Important • Before you start to clean the machine, be sure to switch off and unplug the machine. Turn
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Wipe the exterior with a firmly
wrung soft cloth moistened with
water.
Important • Do not use cleaning agents
Note
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Wipe off any excess water from the exterior with a soft cloth.
Cleaning Internal Components (Raster Output Scanners)
The following describes how to clean internal components (ROS: Raster Output
Scanners).
Normally, clean Raster Output Scanners after you have replaced the waste toner
container. Also, clean Raster Output Scanners when image-quality defects such as
white or color streaks appear during copying or printing.
Important • A cleaning rod is provided on the inside of the front cover.
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Make sure that the machine has
stopped before opening the front
cover.
the machine off when cleaning to avoid the risk of electric shock
• Do not use benzene, paint thinner, or other volatile liquids or spray insect repellent on the
machine as doing so may discolor, deform, or crack covers.
• Cleaning the machine with an excessive amount of water may cause the machine to
malfunction or damage documents during copying.
other than water or neutral
detergent.
• If it is difficult to remove dirt,
try gently wiping with a soft
cloth moistened with a small
amount of neutral detergent.
• Before you clean the Raster Output Scanners, remove the waste toner container.
• We recommend laying paper on the floor beforehand because toner will be spilt if the waste
toner container is placed at an angle.
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