LCD televisions are notorious for attracting dust, debris, and oil. Anyone who has owned an LCD television knows the importance of cleaning the screen. This article provides advice and instruction that will enable you preserve the new appearance of your Sony LCD TV, Toshiba LCD TV, Hitachi TV, or any that of any other manufacturer.
Consult your television manufacturer’s owner’s manual for proper care instructions before proceeding.
LCD cleaning kits dissolve oil and remove debris through the use of a solution that is 50% demineralized water and 50% isopropyl alcohol. The isopropyl alcohol acts as a solvent that will not attack the surface of your television. Never spray a cleaner directly on your television and never use a cleaner that contains acetone, ammonia, ethyl acid/alcohol, methyl chloride, or toluene. These substances can permanently damage the surface of your television.
Dust is attracted by a static charge when the television is on. This charge acts as a magnet for airborne particles. The first step to clean your television is to turn it off. This will extinguish the charge.
For this procedure, you will need the following items:
– Measuring cup
– Soft cloth or chamois, two pieces
– Distilled water
– Isopropyl alcohol or clear vinegar
1) Fill a measuring cup with approximately 1/3 cup of distilled water. Do not use tap water. Tap water can leave a residue due to suspended minerals and salts in the water.
2) Add to your solution approximately 1/3 cup of isopropyl alcohol or vinegar.
3) Dab a soft cloth or chamois in your solution and allow it to wick into the cloth. Do not use a paper towel, tissue, or other course material. A clean, soft cotton cloth is all that’s required. Squeeze the cloth to remove excess liquid. The cloth should not be dripping, but damp.
4) Use straight motions to gently wipe dust and debris from the television surface. It is critically important that excessive force is not used during this process. Be gentle and light in everything that you do. If you have a stubborn spot, apply more solution to your cloth and clean the offending area using a circular motion until the spot is removed. Patience is more important than force, so always be gentle.
5) Use a second cloth to gently dry the surface of your television. If you missed a spot, return to step 3 above. If not, the cleaning process is complete.
Maintaining a clean television helps preserve the quality you enjoyed when it was first placed in service. It also ensures the highest resale value if resold. With little effort, these instructions will help you preserve the integrity of your LCD television for years to come.