how do you clean the scanner bed: How do people clean the scanner beds?
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Most manufacturers will tell you not to use solvents but for the past 20 years, I've always used Windex (sprayed lightly on a paper towel, not the scanner) with no adverse affects. Of course that can leave some lint behind, depending on the quality of your paper towels but I've never found that to be a problem myself and you can always use "lint free" wipes if needed. If you have something worse than fingerprint smudges like the previous poster, you might try a tiny bit of alcohol or adhesive remover; just use it sparingly and only apply it to your paper towel or cloth, not the scanner. This is to prevent any liquid from dripping around the edges of the glass, onto the electronics inside. Re: software, you might try the Twain interface with Photoshop or whatever paint program you prefer. If you don't have Photoshop you can get a free trial version at http://adobe.com/downloads If you don't want to shell out the bucks for Photoshop (after the trial) and don't have any other paint programs - you'll find plenty of shareware or freeware programs by Googling "shareware paint programs". Just be careful to virus-scan anything you download and create a "Restore Point" (if using WinXP or later) before installing anything. Good luck and best wishes.
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I've looked online and found nothing yet. Perhaps someone (even I) will find the pamphlet that comes with it and put it online somewhere. Maybe a specific question about operation or cleaning could be answered for you.
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Nope. but you can put several photos on the scanner bed to scan at once. The scanner bed is about 9 in x 14 in.
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It's easy to remove the cover and vacuum the unit. This is all the cleaning it has ever needed for us-- and it is a necessary part of keeping the unit from false alarming.I clean them when I change the batteries--so far, about every 2 years.
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Hi I just clean mine the same way I clean the wet container.... couple drops of soap with hot water and turn the machine on for 1 minute rinse and its good :)
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You need to clean the scanning sensors on the ADF. I was experiencing the same. It didn't happen when the document was placed on the bed, so it was happening when the document went through the feeder. Use an electronic cleaning solution on a Q-tip or lint free cloth.
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Use a brush or a toothpick to clean. Never use a metal object like a paper clip.
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I had the same question. Some of the glue from family albums came onto my scanner. At first I tried Windex. That was a bad idea! It dried into a smear. Luckily, I only did it in a small corner and was able to wipe it away with a dry cloth.A sales guy at Best Buy recommended Monster ScreenClean. It works really well. It only comes in a kit that includes a soft cloth, but the cloth is worth it.The software that comes with it allows it to scan more than one picture at a time. Using CanoScan Toolbox 5.0, I was able to set it so that, with one click, it would scan, separate multiple pictures from a single scan, save the pictures to a specified location, and open them in Photoshop. I had the same question. Some of the glue from family albums came onto my scanner. At first I tried Windex. That was a bad idea! It dried into a smear. Luckily, I only did it in a small corner and was able to wipe it away with a dry cloth.A sales guy at Best Buy recommended Monster ScreenClean. It works really well. It only comes in a kit that includes a soft cloth, but the cloth is worth it.The software that comes with it allows it to scan more than one picture at a time. Using CanoScan Toolbox 5.0, I was able to set it so that, with one click, it would scan,... » Read More I had the same question. Some of the glue from family albums came onto my scanner. At first I tried Windex. That was a bad idea! It dried into a smear. Luckily, I only did it in a small corner and was able to wipe it away with a dry cloth.A sales guy at Best Buy recommended Monster ScreenClean. It works really well. It only comes in a kit that includes a soft cloth, but the cloth is worth it.The software that comes with it allows it to scan more than one picture at a time. Using CanoScan Toolbox 5.0, I was able to set it so that, with one click, it would scan, separate multiple pictures from a single scan, save the pictures to a specified location, and open them in Photoshop. « Show Less
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Check the scanner window, for the auto feed area, yo9u have a bit of dirt on it. Maybe some type of liquid paper if you use it, has rubbed off on the site glass. A quick cleaning should fix the problem.
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What do you want to clean? The hopper for grounds is emptied and can be brushed clean or washed. The rest of the device does not need cleaning. I make sure the area where the plastic cover needs to contact the on switch or whatever is kept clear of debris from grounds. This means I turn it over to shake it. You can wipe it off. Do not wash it.
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Depending on how dirty they are, you can either hose them down or just use a wet rag to wipe them down. Very easy to clean.
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I used a handheld model with a nozzle and other attachments. I SLOWLY steamed the mattress&box; springs(front and back) and the entire bed and surrounding carpet. Pay special attention to the seams, and quickly use plastic mattress covers that zipper-shut to encase each piece. REPLACE pillows. WASH all bedding. buy the McCulloch. handheld model didn't work after that one time(about 2hours usage)if bugs all over your house, hire an expert!
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We wonder if there is a spot on your scans. If so, please use the brush coming with the product and clean the "scan mirror" from the bottom. Our customer service just contacted you to offer help. Please pay attention to your mail box.
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Good question. How do you clean a regular mattress? I brush and sun mine, and since it doesn't require anything else, I don't vacuum it.
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what I have been doing is to rinse probe end with distilled water ,then shake excess water off and let air dry.works for me!!
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I washed the whole bed on a gentle cold wash and let it air dry. Worked perfectly!
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There is a plastic plate on the top. Turn off the unit then Lift the plate up then grasp the top of the collection plates and lift it out. It just slides in and out. Clean(wipe down) the collection plates with a damp cloth then let dry before replacing into the unit.