Maintaining and repairing the device 
  7.3 Cleaning the Device Front 
SIMATIC IPC277G 
Operating Instructions, 08/2021, A5E50059956-AA 
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Cleaning Agents 
 
Damage to the HMI device caused by impermissible cleaning agents 
Impermissible and unsuitable cleaning agents may cause damage to the HMI device. 
Only use a damp cloth for cleaning. Do not use the following cleaning agents:  
•  Aggressive solvents or scouring powder 
•  Steam jets 
•  Compressed air 
Procedure 
1.  Switch off the device. This will not inadvertently trigger functions when touching the screen 
and/or the membrane keypad. 
2.  Moisten only the cleaning cloth, do not spray liquids directly onto the device. 
3.  Clean the enclosure surface with a damp cloth and make sure that no water enters the 
device.