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Appendix E. Cleaning Procedure
The Cleaning Kit
Soft-tissues
These are available from most stores and distributors of medical
and hygiene products (such as supermarkets or pharmacies).
Use multi-layer tissues made from non-recycled cellulose. These
are more absorbent and softer than other types and they do not
scratch the surface of your device.
Store your soft-tissues carefully and never reuse them, as dust and dirt from
the air or from previous cleaning can scratch and dirty your optical device.
Pipe-cleaner
These are available from tobacco shops.
Ensure that the bristles of the pipe-cleaner are soft, so that they do
not scratch your device during cleaning.
Store your pipe-cleaner carefully and never reuse them as dust and dirt from
the air or from previous cleaning can scratch and dirty your optical device.
Compressed Air
This is available from laboratory suppliers.
It is essential that your compressed air is free of dust, water and oil.
Only use clean, dry air. If you do not, it can lead to filmy deposits or
scratches.
When using compressed air from a can,
• Hold the can upright. A slant can cause propellant to escape with
the compressed air and dirty your optical device.
• Spray the first couple of seconds into the air, as the first stream
of compressed air can contain condensation or propellant. Any
condensation produces a filmy deposit.
If you are using compressed air from a can, you should select one
with a CFC-free propellant, for the sake of the environment.
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