How can the SONAPHONE and its associated sensors be cleaned and maintained safely?

The SONAPHONE and its associated sensors should be cleaned externally on a regular basis and checked for visible damage.

The devices must not be opened or disassembled. They do not contain any components intended to be cleaned, maintained, or repaired by the user.

How should the device and sensors be cleaned?

Only:

• soft,
• lint-free cloths

should be used for cleaning.

The products must only be cleaned externally.

If cleaning agents are required, their compatibility with the materials and surfaces used must first be ensured.

Which cleaning agents and methods must not be used?

Do not use:

• abrasive or scratching cleaning agents,
• aggressive cleaning agents,
• solvent-based cleaning agents,
• benzine-containing cleaning agents,
• compressed air,
• high-pressure cleaners,
• other mechanical cleaning equipment.

The SONAPHONE and sensors must not be immersed in liquids and must be protected against moisture entering the devices.

What should be considered when cleaning the BS10 and BS30 airborne sound sensors?

Special care must be taken with the ultrasonic microphone of the BS10 and BS30.

When cleaning:

• do not allow cleaning agents to enter the ultrasonic microphone,
• do not apply mechanical stress to the ultrasonic microphone,
• do not blow compressed air into the microphone.

Damage or contamination of the microphone can affect the quality of ultrasonic measurements.

What should be checked after cleaning?

After cleaning, make sure that:

• cables,
• connections,
• connectors, and
• fittings

are free from cleaning agents.

Electrical components and connectors must be completely dry before the system is used again.

What routine care is recommended?

Before performing a measurement, the device, sensor, sensor cable, and accessories should be briefly checked for visible damage.

Damaged components should not continue to be used because they may affect both operational safety and measurement quality.

During transport and storage, the SONAPHONE should be protected against:

• strong impacts,
• moisture,
• extreme heat, and
• exceptional temperature conditions.

The designated transport case should be used for transporting and storing the SONAPHONE.

Do the SONAPHONE or sensors require user maintenance?

No. The SONAPHONE and its sensors contain no components that are intended to be opened, serviced, or repaired by the user.

In the event of damage, malfunction, or required repair, SONOTEC Service or an authorized service partner should be contacted.