Using Your Computer 2-17
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WARNING
For safety, turn off and unplug your system,
monitor, and any external devices before cleaning
them.
Clean the outside of the computer with a soft clean cloth.
You can remove stubborn stains with a cloth slightly
dampened with a mild detergent. Never use a strong
cleaner or solvent on any part of the system.
Keep food and liquids away from your computer.
Periodically clean the keyboard with a vacuum cleaner
brush attachment. Do not use any liquid cleaners on the
keyboard as they can damage the keyboard.
If an object, such as a paper clip, falls into the keyboard,
turn the keyboard over and gently shake it.
Clean the monitor screen with a glass cleaner and wipe it
with a clean, lint-free cloth. You may use wet/dry
cleaning pads manufactured for monitor screens.
Moving or Shipping Your System
Use these steps to prepare your system for moving or
shipping:
1.
Back up your hard drive files onto diskettes, Zip disks,
or tape cartridges.
Be sure to take precautions for storing and transporting
diskettes or cartridges so that they are not exposed to
magnetic fields or electrical impulses.
