Cleaning

Cleaning your technology

General cleaning tips:

Wear disposable gloves made of latex (or nitrile gloves if you are latex-sensitive) when cleaning and disinfecting surfaces.
Use a lint-free cloth, such as a screen wipe or a cloth made from microfiber.
Avoid excessive wiping and submerging item in cleanser to avoid damage.
Unplug all external power sources and cables.
Do not use aerosol sprays, bleach or abrasive cleaners.
Ensure moisture does not get into any openings to avoid damage.
Never spray cleaner directly on an item.
When cleaning a display screen, carefully wipe in one direction, moving from the top of the display to the bottom.
Ensure surfaces have completely air-dried before turning the device on after cleaning. No moisture should be visible on the surfaces of the product before it is powered on.
Gloves should be discarded after each cleaning. Clean hands immediately after gloves are removed.

Instructions for Safe Handling of Isopropyl Alcohol

It is important to handle isopropyl alcohol in a safe manner at all times.
Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing.
Keep away from heat and sources of ignition.
Use with adequate ventilation.
Store in a cool, well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
In the event of contact with isopropyl alcohol, wash skin thoroughly with soap and water.

Approved COVID-19 disinfectants safe for computers, accessories and electronics:

Using a wipe containing 70% alcohol, gently and carefully wipe the hard, nonporous surface of the item. This includes the display, touchscreen keyboard, mouse and the exterior surface of the item. If you have concerns about the cleaning product being used, please refer to the manufacturer’s recommendations and warning label.
When using a disinfectant wipe, it is important to follow the contact time found on the label. It may be necessary to use more than one wipe to keep the surface wet for the recommended contact time.
Do not use fabric or leather surfaces on items, as this can scratch or damage to the items.
Do not use bleach to disinfect computers and electronics.

Source: Yale.edu/HP

Many common household cleaners and disinfectants can damage electronic products. Do not use any of the following chemicals or any solutions that contain them, including spray-based surface cleaners: bleach, peroxides (including hydrogen peroxide), acetone, ammonia, ethyl alcohol, methylene chloride or any petroleum-based materials, such as gasoline, paint thinner, benzene or toluene. Wipes containing bleach and hydrogen peroxide should not be used on any other products. If you are not sure whether a cleaning product is suitable do not use it. Using any of the chemicals previously listed in this paragraph may cause permanent damage to electronics.