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06/16/2004 09:13:02 PM · #1 |
I've just bought a new 3-in-1 flatbed scanner, printer etc combination and was amazed to see how much dust (that was almost invisible to the naked eye) shows up in the scans.
According to my instruction manual it should be cleaned with a soft cloth with glass cleaner on it. I've often found that those leave streaks on windows and mirrors, so I was not convinced this was a good idea. When I asked for advice at the computer shop, I was told to use a camera lens cleaner. Next stop was a photographic shop, where the guy felt I would risk scratching the glass this way. Can anyone here offer me any advice? I don't know who else to ask.
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06/16/2004 09:17:18 PM · #2 |
i heard the same and i use windex, it works just fine, no streaks
hope that helps
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06/16/2004 09:26:43 PM · #3 |
Use the glass cleaner, but use a piece of newspaper to do your rubbing. No lint, no streaks, no scratches. Piece of cake.
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06/16/2004 09:54:56 PM · #4 |
I don't know if you have one handy, but an old cloth baby diaper works well...that's what I use with Windex.
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06/16/2004 10:02:20 PM · #5 |
Originally posted by laurielblack:
I don't know if you have one handy, but an old cloth baby diaper works well...that's what I use with Windex. |
A very old T-shirt is also good (washed enough times to have lost the lint), and I've even used cheesecloth. Besides Windex-type cleaners you can try rubbing alcohol (check that it won't damage the plastic parts).
If you are scanning prints, it's quite possible that a lot of the dust is actually on them ... check the prints with a loupe before going crazy with glass cleaner. |
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06/16/2004 10:21:28 PM · #6 |
Originally posted by StevePax:
Use the glass cleaner, but use a piece of newspaper to do your rubbing. No lint, no streaks, no scratches. Piece of cake. |
Either that or get a box ofKimwipes. We used to use at university to clean all our optical equipment. The are extra low-lint. They are one ply.
Or if you want something bigger and 2-ply, you can get Kaydry wipes.
Both are more expensive than other types of paper, but you are guaranteed good results.
EDIT: Don't know if you can buy the Kimwipe boxes seperately since they seem to be sold in lots.
Message edited by author 2004-06-16 22:22:52.
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06/16/2004 10:38:02 PM · #7 |
Originally posted by Beagleboy:
EDIT: Don't know if you can buy the Kimwipe boxes seperately since they seem to be sold in lots. |
Try at a printing/graphics supply store such as Xpedex. Also scientific lab supply houses. |
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