1. CARE AND MAINTENANCE OF HOSPITAL DRY ERASE BOARDS
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2. Introduction
This presentation will cover how to properly clean and maintain your dry erase boards
Proper board cleaning will ensure that the dry erase writing surface of the board is not damaged or scratched
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3. Topics of Discussion We will discuss:
Daily dry erase board care and maintenance
Approved products to use to clean boards
Products not to use to clean boards
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4. Daily Maintenance
It is very important to properly clean your boards to maintain the writing surface
Erase writing on board surface with soft cloth or felt eraser
More through cleaning may be required if writing is left on the board for more than 2 days. (See approved cleaners on the next page)
Allow markers to dry 5 seconds before erasing. If erased while still damp it may smear or “ghost”
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5. Approved Board Cleaning Products
When the dry erase board surface needs to be thoroughly cleaned due to “GHOSTING” use only approved cleaners:
Dry Erase board Cleaner
Windex® with ammonia
70% Isopropyl Alcohol
Mild soap and water
Use of any other products to clean the board surface will void the warranty of the board
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6. Cleaning Products to Avoid
DO NOT use the products listed below to clean your boards:
Abrasive cleaners
Abrasive pads
Paper Towels
Disinfectants
Organic cleaners (orange, lime)
The use of the above products causes erasability issues.
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7. Cleaning Products to Avoid
Abrasive Pads
Abrasive Cleaners
Abrasive Cleaners
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Disinfectants

8. Markers to Avoid Permanent Markers Dry Erase Markers
SHARPIE Pens or other permanent markers
Contact you representative before trying to erase permanent marker from your boards
Dry Erase Markers
EXPO BOLD- RED, BLUE, PURPLE
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9. Damaged Boards Due to Improper Cleaning
On the next page are pictures of boards cleaned with non-approved cleaners or abrasive pads
The dry erase surface of the board was damaged and the boards could no longer be used due to eraseability issues
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10. Damaged Boards
These boards were damaged with an abrasive pad or abrasive cleaners. The erasibility of the surface was removed.
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11. Damaged Boards
These boards show the scratches on the board caused by using abrasive pads and cleaners
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12. Key Points to Remember
Use only soft cloth or felt eraser to erase writing on board
Do not use abrasive cleaners or pads
Use only approved cleaning products to remove “GHOSTING”
Do not use permanent markers (Sharpie)
Contact your local representative if you have questions about your boards
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