Chapter 13 - Maintenance; Repairs; Maintenance; Cleaning The Scanner - Honeywell Genesis 7580g User Manual

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Maintenance

Repairs

Repairs and/or upgrades are not to be performed on this product. These services are to be performed only by an authorized
service center (see Customer Support
Maintenance
Your device provides reliable and efficient operation with a minimum of care. Although specific maintenance is not required, the
following periodic checks ensure dependable operation:

Cleaning the Scanner

The scanner's housing may be cleaned with a soft cloth or tissue dampened with water (or a mild detergent-water solution.)
If a detergent solution is used, rinse with a clean tissue dampened with water only.

Cleaning the Window

Reading performance may degrade if the scanner's window is not clean. If the window is visibly dirty, or if the scanner isn't
operating well, clean the window with one of the cleaning solutions listed below.
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• Sani-Cloth HB wipes
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• Sani-Cloth Plus wipes
• Super Sani-Cloth
• Isopropyl Alcohol wipes (70%)
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• CaviWipes
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• Virex 256
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• 409 Glass and Surface Cleaner
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• Windex Blue
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• Clorox Bleach – 10%
• Gentle dish soap and water

Inspecting Cords and Connectors

Inspect the interface cable and connector for wear or other signs of damage. A badly worn cable or damaged connector
may interfere with scanner operation. Contact your distributor for information about cable replacement. Cable replacement
instructions are on

Replacing Cables in Corded Scanners

The standard interface cable is attached to the scanner with an 10-pin modular connector. When properly seated, the connec-
tor is held in the scanner by a flexible retention tab. The interface cable is designed to be field replaceable.
• Order replacement cables from Honeywell or from an authorized distributor.
• When ordering a replacement cable, specify the cable part number of the original interface cable.
on page 14-1).
Do not submerge the scanner in water. The scanner's Do not submerge the scanner in water. The scanner's
housing is not watertight. housing is not watertight.
Do not use abrasive wipes or tissues on the scanner's Do not use abrasive wipes or tissues on the scanner's
window – abrasive wipes may scratch the window. Never window – abrasive wipes may scratch the window. Never
use solvents (e.g., acetone) on the housing or window – use solvents (e.g., acetone) on the housing or window –
solvents may damage the finish or the window. solvents may damage the finish or the window.
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wipes
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