Introduction
VR headsets are a lot more difficult to clean than your regular computer monitor, so you should take extra care to make sure that it’s always clean and disinfected. As with any electronic device, you should never clean your VR headset with water unless it specifically says otherwise on the box. Also, make sure that you don’t use cleanser containing alcohol or alcohol-based sanitizers since they could damage this delicate equipment!
What You’ll Need
To disinfect your VR headset, you’ll need a rag or soft cloth, some cleansing wipes or disinfectant spray, and isopropyl alcohol (IPA). If you have an extra pair of eyes to help clear away dust from the cord and electronics, that’s great!
If you don’t want to use IPA on the headset itself—or if it’s already too dirty for regular cleaning—you can use mild detergent instead. Just make sure that this option isn’t too harsh for your VR headset’s components; if they’re sensitive enough that they might be damaged by mildew-causing chemicals in soap then this method won’t work very well at all. It may also be helpful if there are any oils on the surface of your VR headset as well; these will get removed when using IPA but not necessarily by cleaning agents alone so try both before making a choice between them!
1. Dry cloth
- Dry cloth
- Use a dry cloth to wipe down the headset. This will help prevent any water from entering the headset and causing damage to your VR experience, or worse yet—causing you to break it! If you’re unsure whether or not your headset has been submerged in water, check to make sure that there are no wet spots inside of it before proceeding with this step. You can use either a paper towel or an old T-shirt (or anything else with some absorbency) as long as it’s not super dirty; just be careful not to leave any lint behind on your VR device at all times!
- Wipe down lenses with another dry piece of cloth. This is important because even though they’re plastic they still have microscopic pores so cleaning them thoroughly will prevent dust from getting stuck between them which could cause problems later on when playing games like TF2 etcetera…
2. Damp cloth
- Use a damp cloth to wipe down the headset.
- Use a mild detergent to clean the lenses.
- Dry off the lenses using a dry cloth that has been washed in warm water (not hot) and then allowed to air-dry completely before use again.
3. Cleansing wipes or disinfectant spray
You can also use a disinfectant wipe or spray to clean your headset. Do not use alcohol or other chemicals, as they may damage the lenses of your VR headset. Do not use water either—it will make the inside of your headset wet and could lead to mold growth inside.
To cleanse with wipes, simply take one out of its packaging and wipe down any dust particles on your VR Headset’s face plate or screen before storing it back in its bag after cleaning up any spills that happened during playtime!
4. Isopropyl alcohol (optional)
Isopropyl alcohol is a disinfectant. It’s used to kill bacteria, fungi and viruses. It can also be used to clean electronics and other items, such as video game controllers and keyboards.
Isopropyl alcohol is available at drug stores or online. The best way to use it on your VR headset is by spraying it directly into all of the ports on your headset (including the USB port) with a clean spray bottle or cloth dampened with water, then wiping down any remaining residue after about five minutes of drying time in between sprays
5. Mild detergent (optional)
If you have a mild detergent, this is a great way to Disinfect VR Headset without worrying much. To do this, simply use warm water and apply some of the cleaning solution directly to the headset. After about five minutes, rinse thoroughly with clear water before drying off completely with a towel or paper towel.
To prevent future damage from occurring while using your VR headset: always wash it before storing it away; make sure that there are no food particles on its faceplate; always wipe down any areas on which you might be touching (such as buttons) with rubbing alcohol; never put anything other than distilled water in your headset because of potential corrosion problems.
6. Brush to remove dust from cords and electronics (optional)
If you have a headset with a micro-USB port, brush it gently with the soft side of an old toothbrush. Make sure to use only a brush that’s not too abrasive and don’t use one that’s too large or small.
7. Water (optional)
You can also use water to clean your headset. However, it’s not recommended because it can cause corrosion and damage the electronic components of your VR headset if used too often. If you want to use water as a cleaning agent for your VR Headset, follow these steps:
- Turn off the power button on your device and unplug it from any electrical outlet before proceeding with this process (this will prevent any accidents during operation).
- Remove all batteries from the device by removing them one at a time using needle-nosed pliers or similar tools; do not touch terminals while removing them!
- Place a towel over each eye-piece lens so that no dust particles fall into them during cleaning; then gently wipe down both lenses with an alcohol swab until they are free of dirt/grime buildup (do not rub excessively!).
Follow these steps to properly clean your VR headset
This is the first step in your VR headset disinfection process. If you have any dirt or dust on your headset, remove it with a cleaning cloth or paper towel.
Then you can wipe down the exterior of your VR headset with a damp microfiber cloth to remove any dirt and grime that may have accumulated over time. Make sure not to use soap when doing this—the more watery liquids, like those found in wipes or hand sanitizers, can cause discoloration if they get into cracks and crevices of your device’s hardware components. Finally, give all parts of your device an extra wipe-down with fresh paper towels before moving on to cleaning them properly!
Next up: interior parts such as lenses (if applicable), cords, and electronics components should be cleaned thoroughly as well—but first make sure none of these areas are exposed directly to air when cleaning them so no bacteria gets onto them either way!
Conclusion
We hope you found our guide helpful and that your VR headset will be as clean and hygienic as you’d like it to be. Remember, if all else fails, there are always wipe kits available online!
