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Handling the Mouse Correctly
For best operation, handle the mouse with care. Incorrect handling can damage the
mouse.
Do not:
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Operate the mouse on cloth, unfinished wood, newspaper, or carpet.
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Drop or hit the mouse.
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Carry the mouse by holding onto the cable.
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Expose the mouse to extreme temperatures or direct sunlight.
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Place the mouse in liquid spills.
Care of the Mouse
The operating surface for the mouse should be smooth, clean, and flat. For
example, you can operate the mouse on the following surfaces:
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Finished wood
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Glass
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Enamel
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Plastic
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Paper (except newspaper)
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Metal
Rough surfaces collect contaminants that can be transferred to the interior of the
mouse by the ball. The surface you use should be free from spills, dirt, dust, lint,
wax, eraser dust, and other foreign matter. Rough surfaces can also cause the pads
located on the bottom of the mouse to prematurely wear. A deeply pitted surface
could cause erratic operation of the mouse.
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Inspect the work surface for spills or other contaminants.
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Dust the work surface.
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If you are using a paper pad, inspect it for wear and replace it if necessary.
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