Badger+ Wearable Panic Alarm: Cleaning & Disinfection Guide

The device can remain powered and functional during cleaning.
Apply the cleaning or disinfecting solution to a clean, lint-free cloth. Do not spray liquids directly onto the device.
Wipe all exterior surfaces, paying particular attention to the buttons and areas frequently touched.
Do not allow liquid to pool around seams, buttons, openings, charging contacts, or other openings.
Allow the disinfectant to remain wet for the manufacturer's recommended contact time.
Allow the device to air dry completely before returning it to service.

The following agents are generally compatible with the enclosure materials for routine surface disinfection:

Disinfectant Type	Compatibility Status
Alcohol-based wipes (Isopropyl or ethyl alcohol)	Generally acceptable
Quaternary ammonium disinfectant wipes	Generally acceptable
Hydrogen peroxide disinfectant wipes	Generally acceptable
Bleach (sodium hypochlorite) wipes	May be used with caution. Repeated exposure may discolor or degrade plastics and polyurethane coatings over time. Wipe away residue if recommended by the disinfectant manufacturer.

Note: Users should always follow the disinfectant manufacturer's instructions regarding concentration and contact time.

Do not use:

Acetone, MEK (Methyl Ethyl Ketone), Toluene, Xylene, Paint thinner, Lacquer thinner, Gasoline, Mineral spirits
Abrasive cleaners, Scouring pads, Steel wool
Highly concentrated industrial solvents
High-pressure water, Steam cleaners, Ultrasonic cleaners
Automated washer/disinfectors, Steam sterilizers, or autoclaves

Required Contact/Dry Time: Disinfectant contact times are not specified directly by the device manufacturer. Follow the disinfectant manufacturer's required wet contact time and allow the device to air dry completely before use. Ensure no residual liquid remains around openings or buttons.
Waterproof Rating: The Badger+ wearable panic alarm is not waterproof and should never be submerged in any liquid. Never spray liquids directly onto the device and use only a damp—not saturated—cloth. Prevent liquid from entering openings, seams, charging contacts, or around buttons.

Clean and disinfect:

Whenever the device becomes visibly soiled.
Cleaning after exposure to contaminants.
Cleaning before reassignment to another user.
For shared devices used across multiple shifts, clean and disinfect between users in accordance with facility infection prevention policies.
Healthcare facilities should follow their organization's infection prevention procedures regarding cleaning frequency.

The Badger+ Wearable Panic Alarm features a PA-746 ABS plastic housing and polyurethane-coated silicone buttons. It is intended to be cleaned using standard surface disinfecting procedures appropriate for non-critical electronic equipment.