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Which chemicals are safe for disinfecting and cleaning monitors and accessories?

The following chemicals may be used for disinfecting and cleaning of EIZO monitors and accessories.

Please read the precautions carefully before using chemical or cleaning solution.

Precautions

Do not use chemicals on a frequent basis. Chemicals such as alcohol and antiseptic solution may cause gloss variation, tarnishing, and fading of the cabinet or panel, and also quality deterioration of the image.
Never use any thinner, benzene, wax, and abrasive cleaner, which may damage the cabinet or panel.
Gently wipe off any dirt on the cabinet or panel surface with a soft cloth with a small amount of cleaner applied. Do not let chemicals come into direct contact with the monitor.
Please read the product's Instructions for Use for details.

Products

Brand	Model
CuratOR EX Series	EX3241, EX3140, EX3220, EX2721, EX2621, EX2620, EX3141-3D, EX3220-3D, EX2620-3D
RadiForce Series	RX1270, RX850, RX660, RX560, RX440, RX360, RX350, RX250, GX560, GX340, GX240, MX315W, MX242W, MX216, MX215, MX194, MX191, MS236WT, RadiLight
Other EIZO Products	EIZO products other than CuratOR EX and RadiForce (e.g., FlexScan, ColorEdge, etc.)

Tested Chemicals and Cleaning solution

We have tested the following chemicals and cleaner with our products.

Please ensure chemicals are diluted in accordance with safe household usage (e.g. for cleaning tabletops, furniture, objects, etc.) before applying.

Chemical Type	Product Name	CuratOR EX Series	RadiForce Series	Other EIZO Products
Screen Cleaner (NOT disinfectant)	EIZO ScreenCleaner	Yes	Yes	Yes
Ethanol (alcohol) for disinfection	Ethanol	Yes	Yes *1	N/A
Isopropyl alcohol	Isopropyl alcohol	Yes	Yes *1	*6
Benzalkonium chloride	Welpas	Yes	Yes *2	N/A
Glutaral	Sterihyde	Yes	Yes *3	N/A
Chlorhexidine	Hibitane	No *4	Yes *2	N/A
Alkyldiaminoethylglycine	Tego 51	No *4	Yes *3	N/A
Sodium hypochlorite	Purelox	No	No *5	N/A
Ammonia	Ammonia water	Yes	N/A	N/A
Hydrogen peroxide	Hydrogen peroxide solution	Yes	N/A	N/A
Alkyldiaminoethylglycine hydrochloride	Satenidin solution	Yes	N/A	N/A
Benzethonium chloride	Bezeton solution	Yes	N/A	N/A

*1: Cannot be used on RadiLight

*2: Cannot be used on RX1270

*3: Cannot be used on GX340 or GX240

*4: Can be used on EX2721 only

*5: Can be used on RX850, RX440, RX250, MX242W, MX216, MX215, MX194, MS236WT and RadiLight only

*6: Disinfecting your EIZO Products (COVID-19)

▼ Product Categories：FlexScan, ColorEdge, FORIS, DuraVision, RadiForce, Accessories FAQ ranking

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1	There is a clicking noise coming from the monitor.	FlexScan ColorEdge FORIS DuraVision RadiForce	January 7, 2022
2	How to Safely Disinfect and Clean EIZO Products (COVID-…▼ How to Safely Disinfect and Clean EIZO Products (COVID-19)	FlexScan ColorEdge FORIS DuraVision RadiForce	April 6, 2020
3	Is it ok to setup the monitor on painted surface?	FlexScan ColorEdge FORIS DuraVision RadiForce Accessories	January 20, 2015
4	Why EIZO software such as ScreenManager Pro or ColorNav…▼ Why EIZO software such as ScreenManager Pro or ColorNavigator cannot recognize the EIZO monitor connected to the USB 3.0 port of the PC?	FlexScan ColorEdge FORIS RadiForce	January 5, 2015
5	Does the power ON/OFF operation shorten backlight life?	FlexScan ColorEdge FORIS
6	Why doesn't the "Auto adjustment button"…▼ Why doesn't the "Auto adjustment button" work properly?	FlexScan ColorEdge FORIS
7	Monitor shows incorrect color and non-smooth tone when …▼ Monitor shows incorrect color and non-smooth tone when connecting Mac via HDMI cable.	FlexScan ColorEdge FORIS	February 7, 2023
8	Does "Usage Time" in the ScreenManager menu c…▼ Does "Usage Time" in the ScreenManager menu count the screensaver's running time?	FlexScan
9	Is it necessary to install the monitor information file…▼ Is it necessary to install the monitor information file attached to the monitor packages?	FlexScan
10	When connecting Mac (2018 or later) to an monitor with …▼ When connecting Mac (2018 or later) to an monitor with DVI input, screen flicker occurs or no image displayed.	FlexScan ColorEdge	July 31, 2020
11	The monitor connected via DisplayPort does not show any…▼ The monitor connected via DisplayPort does not show any image.	FlexScan ColorEdge RadiForce	August 21, 2015
12	Which chemicals are safe for disinfecting and cleaning …▼ Which chemicals are safe for disinfecting and cleaning monitors and accessories?	FlexScan ColorEdge FORIS DuraVision RadiForce Accessories	March 5, 2020
13	Why the signal error is displayed and there are no imag…▼ Why the signal error is displayed and there are no image on the screen, when playing Blu-ray video on the player device connected via HDMI?	FlexScan ColorEdge FORIS	March 10, 2016
14	When I connect a USB cable to EIZO monitors, they indic…▼ When I connect a USB cable to EIZO monitors, they indicate "EIZO USB HID Monitor". Is this a problem?	FlexScan ColorEdge FORIS
15	I've been disconnected from the network connected …▼ I've been disconnected from the network connected via the LAN port of the monitor (Windows).	FlexScan ColorEdge	July 15, 2022
16	ColorNavigator 7 language pack (zip file) automatically…▼ ColorNavigator 7 language pack (zip file) automatically extracted when downloaded.	ColorEdge	March 22, 2019
17	When using ColorEdge calibrated by ColorNavigator 6 and…▼ When using ColorEdge calibrated by ColorNavigator 6 and Chrome version.68 or later, colors not displayed correctly.	ColorEdge	February 21, 2019
18	Which type of DVI-D cable should I use for square monit…▼ Which type of DVI-D cable should I use for square monitors?	FlexScan DuraVision
19	Why does the screen become dark after boot-up a PC, whe…▼ Why does the screen become dark after boot-up a PC, when connecting to a Lenovo PC?	FlexScan FORIS	December 26, 2014
20	When using the HDR supported ColorEdge, the color appea…▼ When using the HDR supported ColorEdge, the color appears washed out or extremely overexposed / bright.	ColorEdge	January 12, 2023

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No.	Question	Category	Date
1	When monitor is connected to a PC via USB Type-C, the c…▼ When monitor is connected to a PC via USB Type-C, the communication speed of USB devices connected to a USB hub and the monitor built-in wired LAN slows down.	FlexScan ColorEdge	February 17, 2023
2	When using the HDR supported ColorEdge, the color appea…▼ When using the HDR supported ColorEdge, the color appears washed out or extremely overexposed / bright.	ColorEdge	January 12, 2023
3	There is a clicking noise coming from the monitor.	FlexScan ColorEdge FORIS DuraVision RadiForce	January 7, 2022
4	I've been disconnected from the network connected …▼ I've been disconnected from the network connected via the LAN port of the monitor (Windows).	FlexScan ColorEdge	July 15, 2022
5	I've been disconnected from the network connected …▼ I've been disconnected from the network connected via the LAN port of the monitor (macOS).	FlexScan ColorEdge	December 6, 2022
6	"Compatibility Mode" turns on by itself.	FlexScan	April 16, 2021
7	How can I switch input signals with hotkeys using Scree…▼ How can I switch input signals with hotkeys using Screen InStyle?	FlexScan	January 23, 2023
8	When connecting Mac (2018 or later) to an monitor with …▼ When connecting Mac (2018 or later) to an monitor with DVI input, screen flicker occurs or no image displayed.	FlexScan ColorEdge	July 31, 2020
9	What device name is a USB LAN adapter equipped in a mon…▼ What device name is a USB LAN adapter equipped in a monitor recognized in Windows OS or macOS?	FlexScan	June 29, 2020
10	How to Safely Disinfect and Clean EIZO Products (COVID-…▼ How to Safely Disinfect and Clean EIZO Products (COVID-19)	FlexScan ColorEdge FORIS DuraVision RadiForce	April 6, 2020
11	Which chemicals are safe for disinfecting and cleaning …▼ Which chemicals are safe for disinfecting and cleaning monitors and accessories?	FlexScan ColorEdge FORIS DuraVision RadiForce Accessories	March 5, 2020
12	Does the round part on the top side of EX3 and EX4 ligh…▼ Does the round part on the top side of EX3 and EX4 light up when running measurements?	ColorEdge	August 2, 2019
13	How can I change the Advanced Settings of Auto EcoView?	FlexScan	July 10, 2019
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15	When using ColorEdge calibrated by ColorNavigator 6 and…▼ When using ColorEdge calibrated by ColorNavigator 6 and Chrome version.68 or later, colors not displayed correctly.	ColorEdge	February 21, 2019
16	RGB high tones (Especially green) are lost when HDMI co…▼ RGB high tones (Especially green) are lost when HDMI connection used on the CG3145 / CG319X.	ColorEdge	June 28, 2018
17	In some applications, tone characteristics and the colo…▼ In some applications, tone characteristics and the color of the image are not displayed correctly causing low tones to appear lost.	ColorEdge	April 6, 2016
18	Why the signal error is displayed and there are no imag…▼ Why the signal error is displayed and there are no image on the screen, when playing Blu-ray video on the player device connected via HDMI?	FlexScan ColorEdge FORIS	March 10, 2016
19	The monitor connected via DisplayPort does not show any…▼ The monitor connected via DisplayPort does not show any image.	FlexScan ColorEdge RadiForce	August 21, 2015
20	Can I use the monitor in environment with corrosive gas…▼ Can I use the monitor in environment with corrosive gas?	FlexScan ColorEdge FORIS DuraVision RadiForce Accessories	June 11, 2015

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