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Tijssan · 16 August 2010, 12:20 PM

Hi - question for the experts: I bought my wife an ultrasonic cleaner for her jewelry. Manual says you can clean water resistant watches with it, but not sure if the 'ultrasonic waves' are good for the watch mechanics...

My instincts tell me that it's not good for the watch...

ParisDakarBmw · 16 August 2010, 12:25 PM

NEVER PUT THE HEAD IN THE WATER!

Only if you have completely broken the watch down, and need to clean the case, and bezel (minus the insert). The movement can get jacked up in a heart beat, as well as the insert.

Remove the bracelet, and put it in the ultrasonic, but hand wash the head.

hddeuce88 · 16 August 2010, 12:31 PM

I've had my ultrasonic cleaner for about 6 months now. Absolutely love it but as said previously, never put the head in the water. You can either take the bad off and put just that in the water. Also, mine came with a watch stand that keeps the head out of the water, I think most do.

Rolesor · 16 August 2010, 01:08 PM

just use soap and water or just dip the bracelet in if you must!

uaio · 16 August 2010, 01:30 PM

Anyone have any experience, opinions, preferences, or otherwise helpful comments concerning the use of ultrasonic cleaners with ammonia vs. those without ammonia? Thanks.

sakuraba · 16 August 2010, 01:48 PM

As what has already ben advised, I take off the bracelet and use the ultrasonic cleaner on it. The head should be washed by hand. I prefer soap and warm water, but have also sprayed it with "Scrubbin Bubbles" once just to try it out.

kyle L · 16 August 2010, 01:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sakuraba

As what has already ben advised, I take off the bracelet and use the ultrasonic cleaner on it. The head should be washed by hand. I prefer soap and warm water, but have also sprayed it with "Scrubbin Bubbles" once just to try it out.

That works great, but Veggie wash is what I use.

It gives the watch an extra shine, works great.

fly4food84 · 16 August 2010, 02:23 PM

So I should take the head off, put the bracelet in the ultrasonic, rince with warm water, reinstall to head?

sakuraba · 16 August 2010, 02:40 PM

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Originally Posted by fly4food84

So I should take the head off, put the bracelet in the ultrasonic, rince with warm water, reinstall to head?

Sounds about right, Jeff.

Just don't forget to wash the head with soap and water.

Here's a link to Sheldon's excellent website

http://www.minus4plus6.com/maintenance.htm

Joey_V · 16 August 2010, 02:46 PM

What about steam cleaners?

theloxmyth · 16 August 2010, 02:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by uaio

Anyone have any experience, opinions, preferences, or otherwise helpful comments concerning the use of ultrasonic cleaners with ammonia vs. those without ammonia? Thanks.

I am sworn to secrecy about this (Right, Dan?

), but welcome to TRF fellow Keystone state dweller!

GradyPhilpott · 16 August 2010, 02:58 PM

Rolex suggests a soft brush and soap and warm water.

My AD will clean the bracelet with his ultrasonic cleaner for free or next to nothing if I take it in.

I really don't see a reason to use an ultrasonic cleaner on a regular basis.

16 August 2010, 12:20 PM	#1
Tijssan "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: GMT+8 Watch: this... Posts: 770	Ultrasonic cleaner? Hi - question for the experts: I bought my wife an ultrasonic cleaner for her jewelry. Manual says you can clean water resistant watches with it, but not sure if the 'ultrasonic waves' are good for the watch mechanics... My instincts tell me that it's not good for the watch...

16 August 2010, 12:31 PM	#3
hddeuce88 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Mark Location: CT Watch: All of them Posts: 144	I've had my ultrasonic cleaner for about 6 months now. Absolutely love it but as said previously, never put the head in the water. You can either take the bad off and put just that in the water. Also, mine came with a watch stand that keeps the head out of the water, I think most do. __________________ Current: Rolex Submariner Date, Breitling Bentley GT, Pam104, Tawatec ICS Black Titan

16 August 2010, 01:08 PM	#4
Rolesor "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Brandon Location: Toronto, ON Watch: 116234 Posts: 4,141	just use soap and water or just dip the bracelet in if you must! __________________ 116234 - Blue Concentric Dial - Fluted Bezel - Oyster Bracelet

16 August 2010, 01:48 PM	#6
sakuraba "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Jib Location: SJ, California Watch: sun dial Posts: 8,189	As what has already ben advised, I take off the bracelet and use the ultrasonic cleaner on it. The head should be washed by hand. I prefer soap and warm water, but have also sprayed it with "Scrubbin Bubbles" once just to try it out. __________________ F 14000 AirKing black F 16710 GMT Pepsi F 16570 Explorer II white T 16600 SD D 16610 LV "fine quality is remembered long after the pain of spending money" -Steve Mulholland

16 August 2010, 02:46 PM	#10
Joey_V "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Joey Location: Dallas, TX Watch: SS Sub 16610 M Posts: 3,824	What about steam cleaners? __________________ Current Rotation: Rolex Submariner Date (M) - 1/08, Rolex Milgauss GV (V) - 2/10, Rolex SS Black Daytona (V) - 6/10, Rolex GMTIIC (G) - 5/11, TAG Heuer Silverstone (286/1860) - 1/2015 Former-watches: Omega PO/2535.80/2254, TAG Carrera/F1x2/Monaco, Panerai 312K/292L Wish List: Panerai 270/505, Rolex SMURF, Rolex RG Daytona, Rolex DSSD

16 August 2010, 12:25 PM	#2
ParisDakarBmw Banned Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Paul Location: New Haven, CT Watch: 116610 Sub-C Posts: 6,552	NEVER PUT THE HEAD IN THE WATER! Only if you have completely broken the watch down, and need to clean the case, and bezel (minus the insert). The movement can get jacked up in a heart beat, as well as the insert. Remove the bracelet, and put it in the ultrasonic, but hand wash the head.

16 August 2010, 01:30 PM	#5
uaio "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Dickson City, PA Posts: 4	Anyone have any experience, opinions, preferences, or otherwise helpful comments concerning the use of ultrasonic cleaners with ammonia vs. those without ammonia? Thanks.

16 August 2010, 02:23 PM	#8
fly4food84 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Mississippi Watch: 116500LN Posts: 299	So I should take the head off, put the bracelet in the ultrasonic, rince with warm water, reinstall to head?

16 August 2010, 02:58 PM	#12
GradyPhilpott 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Mexico Watch: 116710 BLNR Posts: 34,360	Rolex suggests a soft brush and soap and warm water. My AD will clean the bracelet with his ultrasonic cleaner for free or next to nothing if I take it in. I really don't see a reason to use an ultrasonic cleaner on a regular basis.

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