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Avoid drying the panes either using paper towel or forced air circulation since some fibres, grains or 
contamination of other type could permeate into the panes thus causing weighing errors. 
 
One shall not use driers when drying measuring glass tools. 
 
It is a frequent treatment to leave glass components on a rack to dry. 
 
Cleaning stainless steel components: 
 
Avoid using cleansers containing any corrosive chemicals, e.g. bleach (containing chlorine). Do not 
use abrasive substances. Always remove the dirt using microfiber cloth to avoid damage of protective 
coating.  
 
In the case of a daily maintenance: 
1. Remove the dirt using cloth dipped in warm water. 
2. For best results, add a little dishwashing detergent. 
 
Cleaning powder-coated components: 
For preliminary cleaning stage you need running water or wet sponge featuring large wholes, this will 
help you to remove loose, heavy dirt. 
 
Do not use cleansers containning abrasive substances. 
 
Next using cloth and cleanser-water solution (soap, dishwashing liquid) gently rub the  cleaned 
surface. 
 
Avoid using cleanser without water since it may result with damage of the cleaned surface, please 
mind that large amount of water mixed with cleanser is a must. 
 
 
Cleaning aluminium components: 
While cleaning aluminium components use products acid by nature, e.g. spirit vinegar, lemon. Do not 
use abrasive substances. Avoid using hard brush, this may cause scratches. It is recommended to 
use microfibre cloth. 
 
While polishing the surface use circular movements. Use clean, dry cloth. 
 
In order to ease cleaning of glass draft shield panes, it is permissible to remove them following the 
below instruction. 
 
AS R2.PLUS  series balances; disassembly steps: 
of the frame and take 
out the front pane. 
 
part of 
the frame 
and take out the 
top pane.