Chapter 7
Maintenance
Periodic Cleaning
Your machine requires little periodic maintenance. This section describes the necessary cleaning procedures for your machine.
• When cleaning the machine’s exterior or the platen glass, be sure to disconnect the power cord
CAUTION
before cleaning the machine.
•For the model with the fax function, print any received faxes stored in memory before
disconnecting the power cord, since documents in memory are backed up only for about 1 hour when the power cord is disconnected. (→ Facsimile Guide)
•Do not use tissue paper, paper towels, or similar materials for cleaning; they can stick to the components or generate static charges.
Use a soft cloth to avoid scratching the components.
•Never use volatile liquids such as thinner, benzene, acetone, or any other chemical cleaner to clean the interior of the machine; these can damage the machine’s components.
Cleaning the Exterior
Wipe the machine’s exterior with a clean, soft,
Cleaning the Scanning Area
Wipe the scanning area (shaded area) with a clean, soft,
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Maintenance
Platen glass cover | Platen glass |