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Can you use hand sanitizer to clean switch?

Nintendo does specifically state that you should never use chemicals to clean your Switch.
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What can I use to clean my Nintendo Switch?

Dampen a soft clean cloth with water, wring it out to remove excess water, then gently wipe the product. If you need to disinfect your products: Lightly apply a consumer-grade disinfectant containing about 70% alcohol to a soft clean cloth and gently wipe the product.
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Will alcohol damage Nintendo Switch?

Recently, customers have been asking whether they can disinfect their Nintendo Switch consoles and Joy-Cons with alcohol. We're very sorry to say please avoid using alcohol as it may cause the plastic parts to fade in colour or deform.
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Can you use alcohol to clean Switch card?

Apply isopropyl alcohol (70% max) to a Q-Tip. Gently rub the Q-Tip over the contact strips on the card, Start in the middle of the card and rub in one direction until the Q-Tip is off of the card. Keep rotating the Q-Tip to make sure you are only using a clean side.
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What is safe to clean a Switch screen with?

Slightly dampen a corner of the soft, cotton cloth with water and wipe off the screen (or screens) to loosen any dirt or foreign material. Using a dry portion of the same cloth, wipe the screens to dry them and finish the cleaning process.
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Can I clean my switch with water?

Please do not pour liquids directly on the product. Do not submerge the product in water or other liquids. After cleaning or disinfecting, please ensure the product is completely dry before using.
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Can you use wet wipes on Nintendo Switch?

Play it safe and do not use the included "Wet Cleaning Wipes" on your Switch screen, nor the included "Dust Removal Stickers".
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Can you clean a Nintendo Switch with Windex?

Important. Do not use any solvents or cleaners of any kind.
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Can you use baby wipes to clean a switch?

Clean light switches: Continuous use of light switches make them dirty fast. Use a baby wipe to wipe off all dirt from the switch.
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Can you clean Nintendo Switch with Clorox wipes?

Gently wipe the screen with a cotton swab moistened with alcohol and allow it to evaporate. To disinfect the case and Joy-Cons, use a disinfectant wipe like Clorox or Lysol. If you are unable to find disinfectant wipes, the CDC recommends a diluted solution of four teaspoons of bleach per quart of water.
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What can damage a Nintendo Switch?

Take care not to expose the Nintendo Switch system to direct sunlight for extended periods of time. The LCD screens may be damaged by sharp objects or pressure. Take care to protect the displays from scratches or stains. Do not cover any console air intakes or vents while playing, to avoid overheating.
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Is it OK to leave Nintendo Switch on overnight?

Leaving the console on the dock or plugged in directly with the AC adapter overnight, or past the point where the battery is fully charged will not cause harm to the battery.
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Does rubbing alcohol damage consoles?

Isopropyl alcohol will not harm your PS4 Pro plastics. I use 99% IPA on all of my consoles,PS4 Pro included, and haven't had an issue yet.
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How do you clean dirty switch games?

Complete these steps
  1. Dampen a clean, soft, cotton cloth with water.
  2. Use straight strokes and wipe the disc (non-labeled side) from the inside rim to the outside rim.
  3. Using a dry part of the cloth, repeat step 2 to dry the disc.
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How do you clean a lubed switch?

Method 01 : Alcohol Swabs
  1. Step 01 Remove excess lubricant. ...
  2. Step 02 Dip Q-Tip in Alcohol. ...
  3. Step 03 Wipe Away Lube from Bottom Housing. ...
  4. Step 04 Wipe Away Lube From Top Housing. ...
  5. Step 05 Wipe Away Lube From Stem. ...
  6. Step 06 Soak Springs in Alcohol (Reverse Bag Lube) ...
  7. Step 07 Air Dry.
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Is it OK to clean electronics with alcohol wipes?

Household rubbing (isopropyl) alcohol is great for cleaning electronics. It kills fungus, bacteria and viruses, including E.
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What disinfecting wipes are safe for electronics?

Lysol® Disinfecting Wipes are suitable to use on electronics, making the cleaning process easier than you think.
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Why is Nintendo Switch overheating?

If the air intake or air vent is obstructed, your console may become hot. Please move your console so there's at least 10 cm of space around the console's air intake and air vent. Alternatively, if the air intake or air vent is dusty, use a vacuum cleaner or similar to remove the dust.
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How do I keep my switch in good condition?

Take care not to expose the Nintendo Switch system to direct sunlight for extended periods of time. The screen may be damaged by sharp objects or pressure. Take care to protect the display from scratches or stains. Do not cover any console air intakes or vents while playing, to avoid overheating.
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How do you clean a Nintendo Switch with air?

How do I clean the Nintendo Switch Air Vents? You can clean the air vents using a combination of a can of compressed air and a vacuum cleaner. Also, you can clean baked-on dust on the outside of your Nintendo Switch's air vents by using a damp Q-tip and an anti-static brush.
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Is it OK to put skin on Nintendo Switch?

The safest material to use on a Nintendo Switch console is 3m vinyl adhesive. Avoid skins that use anything less, because it will likely damage the surface or leave residue.
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Can you spray disinfectant on switches?

You should never spray or wipe a detergent or disinfectant solution directly on light switches, outlets, dimmers, USB charger outlets or wallplates. To safely clean these devices, simply use a damp cloth with mild soap. Be certain to turn the power off to the device prior to cleaning.
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Do Nintendo Switch games work after being washed?

Somehow the Mario Kart Deluxe cartridge ended up in our laundry hamper. We didn't notice it until after its already been through a wash in the machine. After leaving it to dry the only noticeable damage was the peeled label. Amazingly it booted up without issue.
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