Device maintenance and repair
7.3 Cleaning the Device Front
SIMATIC IPC PX-39A
78 Operating Instructions, 08/2022, A5E51699601-AA
7.3 Cleaning the Device Front
The device is designed for low-maintenance operation. You should still clean the device front
regularly, however.
Unwanted reactions when cleaning the device
You risk unintentional actuation of control elements if you clean the device while it is
switched on.
You may possibly trigger unwanted actions of the device or controller that are liable to
cause personal injury or damage to the machinery.
Always switch off the device before you clean it.
Cleaning Agents
Damage to the HMI device caused by impermissible cleaning agents
Impermissible and unsuitable cleaning agents may cause damage to the HMI device.
Use only a damp cloth to clean the device.
See the notes under "Notes on ambient and environmental conditions (Page 23)".
Cleaning the Device Front
1. Switch off the device.
2. Dampen the cleaning cloth.
3. Clean the device with the cleaning cloth.