Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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• Cotton-tipped applicators
• Isopropyl alcohol
• Can of compressed air with a tube.
Cleaning Frequency
The cleaning frequency is at the customer’s discretion due to the varied environments in which the mobile
devices are used and may be cleaned as frequently as required. When dirt is visible, it is recommended to
clean the mobile device to avoid build up of particles which make the device more difficult to clean later on.
For consistency and optimum image capture, it is recommended to clean the camera window periodically
especially when used in environments prone to dirt or dust.
Cleaning the Device
Housing
Thoroughly wipe the housing, including all buttons and triggers, using an approved alcohol wipe.
Display
The display can be wiped down with an approved alcohol wipe, but care should be taken not to allow any
pooling of liquid around the edges of the display. Immediately dry the display with a soft, non-abrasive
cloth to prevent streaking.
Camera and Exit Window
Wipe the camera and exit window periodically with a lens tissue or other material suitable for cleaning
optical material such as eyeglasses.
Cleaning Cradle Connectors
1. Remove the DC power cable from the cradle.
2. Dip the cotton portion of the cotton-tipped applicator in isopropyl alcohol.
3. Rub the cotton portion of the cotton-tipped applicator along the pins of the connector. Slowly move the
applicator back-and-forth from one side of the connector to the other. Do not leave any cotton residue
on the connector.
4. All sides of the connector should also be rubbed with the cotton-tipped applicator.
5. Remove any lint left by the cotton-tipped applicator.
6. If grease and other dirt can be found on other areas of the cradle, use a lint-free cloth and alcohol to
remove.
7. Allow at least 10 to 30 minutes (depending on ambient temperature and humidity) for the alcohol to air
dry before applying power to cradle.
If the temperature is low and humidity is high, longer drying time is required. Warm temperature and low
humidity requires less drying time.
CAUTION: After cleaning the cradle connectors with bleach-based chemicals, follow the Cleaning Cradle
Connectors instructions to remove bleach from the connectors.