In response to the current coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, 2Way Radio Shop is offering some guidelines on effectively cleaning and disinfecting your two-way radios and accessories.

Two-way radio cleaning and disinfecting is a good regular maintenance practice.

First, you should check to see if the manufacturer provided two-way radio cleaning guidelines with the radio.

Before you clean the radio, make sure it is turned off and the battery has been removed. Find a well-ventilated area to conduct the cleaning in.

When cleaning your two-way radio it is important to know the basic dos and don’ts to prevent damage

Don’t

• Do not immerse the radio in water.
• Do not clean the radio while it is turned on or charging.
• Do not pour or spray any cleaning solution or liquid directly onto the surface of the radio.

Do

• Be sure the radio is turned off.
• Remove the batteries or battery pack before cleaning.
• Clean a battery pack housing separately, and only the outer facing plastic shell or housing.
• Remove the belt clip if possible and clean it separately.
• Remove any externally connected accessories such as earpieces, headsets or hand microphones before cleaning.

Clean your radios in a well-ventilated area and away from heat sources.
Avoid breathing vapours or fumes from approved cleaning solutions

Effective Cleaning:

1. Apply a 0.5% detergent-based water solution with a clean cloth to your device.
2. Get a short-bristled, stiff brush (a new toothbrush would work just fine) and gently scrub.
3. Grab a tissue to dry off your device.
4. Ensure that no solution remains in or around any connectors, cracks or crevices.

Disinfecting:

1. The easiest and most effective way to disinfect your device is with over-the-counter isopropyl alcohol.
2. Never apply the alcohol directly to the device.
3. Apply the isopropyl to a clean cloth, then use it to wipe down the device.
4. Certain chemicals and the vapours they emit can have a detrimental effect on plastic and metal plating’s.

AVOID USING BLEACH, SOLVENTS & CLEANING SPRAYS TO CLEANSE OR DISINFECT YOUR DEVICE.