Fax Model

Cleaning your machine

This section describes the necessary cleaning procedures for your machine.

CAUTION

Be sure to turn off the power and disconnect the power cord before cleaning the machine.

Fax Model Print any documents stored in memory before disconnecting the power cord, since

documents in memory are erased when the power is disconnected ( p. 8-8).

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 thinners, 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, lint-free cloth moistened with water or diluted dishwashing liquid.

Cleaning the interior

Cleaning the scanning area

Wipe the platen glass A, white area B, and transparent sheet C with a clean, soft, lint-free cloth moistened with water. Then wipe with a clean, soft, dry, lint-free cloth making sure there are no residues left, especially on the platen glass.

C

B A

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Cleaning inside the machine

To prevent ink spots and paper dust from accumulating inside the machine and affecting print quality, clean the machine’s print area periodically.

Follow this procedure to clean inside the machine:

1Turn off the power and disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet.

Maintenance

2Press [Open] q and lift up the scanning unit w.

w

q

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Maintenance

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Canon MultiPASS MP730, 730i, MP700 manual Cleaning your machine, Cleaning the exterior, Cleaning the interior