Gateway ALR 8200 User Manual

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Maintaining and Cleaning Your System 25Cleaning the keyboardOccasionally you should clean the keyboard to free it of dust and lintparticles trapped under the keys. The easiest way to do this is to blowtrapped dirt from under the keys using an aerosol can of air with a narrow,straw-like extension.If you spill liquid on the keyboard, shut down the computer and disconnectthe keyboard. Turn the keyboard upside down to allow the liquid to drainout overnight before trying to use it again. If it fails to work after draining,contact Technical Support.Cleaning the monitor screenUse a soft cloth and window cleaner to clean the monitor screen. Squirt alittle cleaner on the cloth (never directly on the screen), and wipe the screenwith the cloth.Cleaning the computer and monitor casesAlways shut down the system and other peripherals before cleaning anycomponents.Use a damp, lint-free cloth to clean the computer case, monitor case,keyboard, speakers, and other parts of your system. Avoid abrasive orsolvent cleaners because they can damage the finish on your components.