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HP ScanJet Pro 2600 f1, 3600 f1, N4600 fnw1 / HP ScanJet Enterprise Flow N6600 fnw1 - Care and maintenance

Occasional cleaning of the scanner helps ensure high-quality scans. The amount of care necessary depends on several factors, including the amount of use and the environment. Perform routine cleaning as necessary.

Clean the scanner glass

Clean the scanner glass periodically, including any time dust or debris is present.

Make sure to have the following items before cleaning:

  • Clean, lint-free or micro-fiber cloths

  • Glass Cleaner or clean water

CAUTION:

Do not use cleaners that contain abrasives, acetone, benzene, or carbon tetrachloride as these chemicals can damage the scanning glass.

Avoid using isopropyl alcohol as it can leave streaks on the glass.

  1. Press the Power button Power button to turn off the scanner, and then disconnect the USB cable and power supply from the scanner.

  2. Lift up the document feeder.

    Open the document feeder cover
  3. Use a clean, lint-free cloth moistened with water or spray the glass cleaner on a clean, lint-free cloth, and then thoroughly clean the flatbed scanner glass.

    CAUTION:

    Do not spray the glass cleaner directly on the scanner glass as this might cause permanent damage.

  4. Dry the scanner glass with a dry, soft, lint-free cloth.

    Note:

    Make sure to dry the scanner glass completely.

  5. Close the document feeder. Press the Power button Power button to turn on the scanner. The scanner is now ready to use.

Clean the scanning strips

To clean the scanning strip components, follow these steps:

  1. Press the Power button Power button to turn off the scanner, and then disconnect the USB cable and power supply from the scanner.

  2. Lift up the document feeder.

  3. Clean the scanning strips with a soft, lint-free cloth that has been sprayed with a mild glass cleaner.

    Clean the scanning strips
    CAUTION:

    Use only glass cleaner to clean the scanning strips. Avoid cleaners that contain abrasives, acetone, benzene, and carbon tetrachloride, all of which can damage the scanning strips. Avoid isopropyl alcohol because it can leave streaks on the scanning strips.

    Do not spray the glass cleaner directly on the scanning strips.

  4. Dry the scanning strips with a dry, soft, lint-free cloth. Wipe the strips of gray, reflective material on each strip.

  5. Close the document feeder, reconnect the USB cable and power supply to the scanner, and then press the Power button Power button to turn on the scanner. The scanner is now ready to use.