•Avoid use and storage in areas subjected to large amounts of humidity and dust.

Take care never to leave the calculator where it might be splashed by water or exposed to large amounts of hu- midity or dust. Such conditions can damage internal cir- cuitry.

•Never drop the calculator or otherwise subject it to strong impact.

•Never twist or bend the calculator.

Avoid carrying the calculator in the pocket of your trou- sers or other tight-fitting clothing where it might be sub- jected to twisting or bending.

•Never try to take the calculator apart.

•Never press the keys of the calculator with a ball- point pen or other pointed object.

•Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the exterior of the cal- culator.

If the calculator becomes very dirty, wipe it off with a cloth moistened in a weak solution of water and a mild neutral household detergent. Wring out all excess mois- ture before wiping the calculator. Never use thinner, ben- zene or other volatile agents to clean the calculator. Do- ing so can remove printed markings and can damage the case.

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