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Recommended cleaning tips

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Why clean your light switches and outlet covers?

With the current COVID-19 pandemic, there is a greater awareness of the possibility of contamination on shared surfaces as well as high contact areas, such as wallplates, dimmers, switches, keypads and receptacles. Eaton has developed recommended guidelines for cleaning our products that will not impact the operation or finish of the product. 

Eaton recommended cleaning tips

  • Step 1: Never spray any fluids directly into the device
  • Step 2: Use a damp rag or single-use wipe to avoid excess liquid penetrating the device.
  • Step 3: Be sure to wipe up remaining excess liquid after cleaning. 
  • Step 4: Ensure the cleaning agent used does not have harsh chemicals such as bleach, ammonia, highly alkaline or concentrated acids (such as hydrochloric acid that can be found in household cleaners such as toilet bowl cleaners, bathroom tile and porcelain cleaners) as they could damage the device, causing them to become brittle and discolored.
  • Step 5: Eaton recommends the use of a mild liquid detergent and water to clean the devices. Single use wipes (e.g. Lysol brand or equivalent) are acceptable to use for cleaning the devices, however the single-use wipes cannot contain bleach, ammonia, highly alkaline or concentrated acids.

Eaton recommended cleaning instructions 

  • Step 1: Never spray any fluids directly into the device
  • Step 2: Apply the mild liquid detergent to a damp cloth or paper towel. Single use wipes (e.g. Lysol brand or equivalent) are acceptable to use for cleaning the devices, however single-use wipes cannot contain bleach, ammonia, highly alkaline or concentrated acids.
  • Step 3: If excess liquid is present, remove by wringing out the cloth or paper towel to avoid liquid penetration into the device.
  • Step 4: Clean the Eaton device by wiping over the surface with the damp cloth.
  • Step 5: Remove an excess liquid remaining on the device with a dry cloth or paper towel.

Additional resources for cleaning and disinfectant guidelines include:

  • The Center for Disease Control website (CDC.gov) provides a resource on disinfection guidelines for areas of your home or workspace. 
  • The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA.gov) site provides an up-to-date database of products that meet EPA criteria for use against COVID-19.