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=Maintaining the Projector=
=<translate>Maintaining the Projector</translate>=
===General Precautions===
===<translate>General Precautions</translate>===
* Make sure the projector is turned off and the power cable is unplugged from the power outlet.
* <translate>Make sure the projector is turned off and the power cable is unplugged from the power outlet.</translate>
* Never remove any parts from the projector. Contact ViewSonic® or a reseller when any part of the projector needs replacing.
* <translate>Never remove any parts from the projector. Contact ViewSonic® or a reseller when any part of the projector needs replacing.</translate>
* Never spray or pour any liquid directly onto the case.
* <translate>Never spray or pour any liquid directly onto the case.</translate>
* Handle the projector with care, as a darker-colored projector, if scuffed, may show marks more clearly than a lighter-colored projector.
* <translate>Handle the projector with care, as a darker-colored projector, if scuffed, may show marks more clearly than a lighter-colored projector.</translate>


===Cleaning the Lens===
===<translate>Cleaning the Lens</translate>===
* Use a canister of compressed air to remove dust.
* <translate>Use a canister of compressed air to remove dust.</translate>
* If the lens is still not clean, use lens-cleaning paper or moisten a soft cloth with lens cleaner and gently wipe the surface.
* <translate>If the lens is still not clean, use lens-cleaning paper or moisten a soft cloth with lens cleaner and gently wipe the surface.</translate>
{{Note-yellow| '''CAUTION:''' Never rub the lens with abrasive materials.}}
{{Note-yellow| '''<translate>CAUTION:</translate>''' <translate>Never rub the lens with abrasive materials.</translate>}}


===Cleaning the Case===
===<translate>Cleaning the Case</translate>===
* Use a soft, lint-free, dry cloth to remove dirt or dust.
* <translate>Use a soft, lint-free, dry cloth to remove dirt or dust.</translate>
* If the case is still not clean, apply a small amount of non-ammonia, non-alcohol based, mild non-abrasive detergent onto a clean, soft, lint-free cloth, then wipe the surface.
* <translate>If the case is still not clean, apply a small amount of non-ammonia, non-alcohol based, mild non-abrasive detergent onto a clean, soft, lint-free cloth, then wipe the surface.</translate>
{{Note-yellow| '''CAUTION:''' Never use wax, alcohol, benzene, thinner, or other chemical detergents.}}
{{Note-yellow| '''<translate>CAUTION:</translate>''' <translate>Never use wax, alcohol, benzene, thinner, or other chemical detergents.</translate>}}


===Storing the Projector===
===<translate>Storing the Projector</translate>===
If you intend to store the projector for an extended period of time:
<translate>If you intend to store the projector for an extended period of time:</translate>
* Ensure the temperature and humidity of the storage area are within the recommend range.
* <translate>Ensure the temperature and humidity of the storage area are within the recommend range.</translate>
* Retract the adjuster foot completely.
* <translate>Retract the adjuster foot completely.</translate>
* Remove the batteries from the remote control.
* <translate>Remove the batteries from the remote control.</translate>
* Pack the projector in its original packaging or equivalent.
* <translate>Pack the projector in its original packaging or equivalent.</translate>


===Disclaimer===
===<translate>Disclaimer</translate>===
*ViewSonic® does not recommend the use of any ammonia or alcohol-based cleaners on the lens or case. Some chemical cleaners have been reported to damage the lens and/or case of the projector.
*<translate>ViewSonic® does not recommend the use of any ammonia or alcohol-based cleaners on the lens or case. Some chemical cleaners have been reported to damage the lens and/or case of the projector.</translate>
*ViewSonic® will not be liable for damage resulting from use of any ammonia or alcohol-based cleaners.
*<translate>ViewSonic® will not be liable for damage resulting from use of any ammonia or alcohol-based cleaners.</translate>


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Revision as of 07:46, 10 November 2023

Maintaining the Projector

General Precautions

  • Make sure the projector is turned off and the power cable is unplugged from the power outlet.
  • Never remove any parts from the projector. Contact ViewSonic® or a reseller when any part of the projector needs replacing.
  • Never spray or pour any liquid directly onto the case.
  • Handle the projector with care, as a darker-colored projector, if scuffed, may show marks more clearly than a lighter-colored projector.

Cleaning the Lens

  • Use a canister of compressed air to remove dust.
  • If the lens is still not clean, use lens-cleaning paper or moisten a soft cloth with lens cleaner and gently wipe the surface.
CAUTION: Never rub the lens with abrasive materials.

Cleaning the Case

  • Use a soft, lint-free, dry cloth to remove dirt or dust.
  • If the case is still not clean, apply a small amount of non-ammonia, non-alcohol based, mild non-abrasive detergent onto a clean, soft, lint-free cloth, then wipe the surface.
CAUTION: Never use wax, alcohol, benzene, thinner, or other chemical detergents.

Storing the Projector

If you intend to store the projector for an extended period of time:

  • Ensure the temperature and humidity of the storage area are within the recommend range.
  • Retract the adjuster foot completely.
  • Remove the batteries from the remote control.
  • Pack the projector in its original packaging or equivalent.

Disclaimer

  • ViewSonic® does not recommend the use of any ammonia or alcohol-based cleaners on the lens or case. Some chemical cleaners have been reported to damage the lens and/or case of the projector.
  • ViewSonic® will not be liable for damage resulting from use of any ammonia or alcohol-based cleaners.