GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR
User Manual
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Sensor Poisons and Contaminants
Several cleaners, solvents, and lubricants can contaminate and cause
permanent damage to sensors. Before using cleaners, solvents, and
lubricants in close proximity to the detector sensors, read and adhere
to the following caution and table.
a Caution
Use only the following BW Technologies by Honeywell
recommended products and procedures:
• Use water based cleaners.
• Use non-alcohol based cleaners.
• Clean the exterior with a soft, damp cloth.
• Do not use soaps, polishes, or solvents.
The following table lists common products to avoid using around
sensors.
Table 2. Sensor Poisons and Contaminants
Cleaners and
Lubricants
Silicones Aerosols
Brake cleaners Silicone cleaners
and protectants
Bug repellents
and sprays
Lubricants Silicone based
adhesives, seal-
ants, and gels
Lubricants
Rust inhibitors Hand/body and
medicinal creams
that contain silicone
Rust inhibitors
Window and glass
cleaners
Tissues containing
silicone
Window and
glass cleaners
Dishsoaps Mold releasing
agents
Citrus based cleaners Polishes
Alcohol based
cleaners
Hand sanitizers
Anionic detergents
Methanol
(fuels and antifreezes)
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