Brother EM-430 - Manual (Page 48)

Your Brother electronic typewriter has been precision manufactured
to give you years of trouble-free use with the minimum of routine
maintenance. In the unlikely event that your typewriter fails to work
correctly, the troubleshooting guide will help you to find the cause of
the problem. If the steps suggested in the troubleshooting guide fail
to cure the problem, please do not attempt to repair the typewriter
yourself Instead, please contact your nearest Brother dealer.
Maintenance
Environment
Yourtypewriterdislikes direct sunlight, excessive heat from heaters or radiators, dust and
humidity.
Keep it in a cool dry, dust-free environment, and keep it covered when not in use. Do not
obstruct the ventilation slots at the back of the typewriter, and do not cover them with
a dust cover when the power is switched on.
You should mount the typewriter on a flat, stable surface, with easy access to a power
socket.
Cleaning
The keyboard and print mechanism of yourtypewriter dislike dirt and foreign objects such
as pins, paperclips, food and hair.
Maintenance simply consists ofkeeping yourtypewriter clean inside and outside, removing
any foreign debris, and keeping the machine covered when not in use.
You should clean the typewriter with a soft cloth, and you may clean the keyboard with
a proprietary keyboard cleaner, used sparingly. You should not use water, alcohol, thinners
or any other solvents.
Do not attempt to push anything into the ventilation slots at the back of the typewriter,
or into any other openings in the case.