I use Purple Sparkle. Not sure if that sanitizes though. Do not use anything with ammonia in it.

One thing I learned. Kids (and adults) have destructive fingernails. Flipper button protectors to protect the cab are a must if there are no lollipop rails. I learned this from a hosted birthday party of 20 something number of 6 year olds playing my pins.

Germs are good for kids

Is true. Kids love germs. Wife is a pre k teacher and comes home with new germs every day. I should be all set for any
Virus

I wouldn't be. Do it!

I would recommend just sanitizing everyone's hands instead. I wouldn't be putting any harsh chemicals on my games.

I use Lysol wipes all the time. Use with confidence.

I guess so but I've never done that. The cab protectors around the flipper are PETG type material like the playfield protectors. I guess you could mylar now for an imminent party and order the PETG protectors for install later. Could even install the PETG over the mylar if you wanted to. That's all I have on the matter.

Yeah but it could get messy later with the glue if you need to replace it.

I have used sanitizing wipes for a quick wipe down every once in a while.

If you are concerned about sanitizing then I recommend the yellow Windex multi-surface cleaner and disinfectant. Don't use wipes that will streak all over the place and mylar is for flipper wear protection-not to sanitize. I told Tim at the PHOF about how using the blue Windex does nothing and he needs to switch to yellow -not sure if he listened? Wipe down before play and after play(if it is a concern)-good to go.

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Lysol wipes don’t streak.

I think they do, and they also smell like ass

Don't use wipes!

What needs to be disinfected? Are you cleaning the entire machine between plays? I typically only wipe down the buttons and plunger. Other than that I would have hand sanitizer for the kids.

I wouldn’t use wipes on the glass, but I wouldn’t disinfect the glass regularly. I would just clean the machines as normal before and after they are there.

I do not disinfect my machines-only my work desk on occasion. If people did want to disinfect I would spray glass down to clean and then spray a small amount to paper towel and lightly rub around flipper area(especially if no lollipop rails and bare cabinet).

What are you afraid of? Just have hand sanitizer for the kids. The world is not a sterile environment let alone a clean one.

Using wipes sounds batty to me

Don't use wipes! Especially on playfield glass-that WILL streak!

Just an opinion. Your hosting a play date for a few kids I wouldn't over think it with protectors and sanitation protocal. Supervise, and ask them to wash their hands to keep everyone safe. I highly doubt they will do any damage and just may end up enjoying pinball which is what it is all about. If they have 20 second balls times I would be impressed. lol

Is the Law back to the thumbdowning shenanigans again?

Sanitizing wipes are fine. I've used them before on old and modern games. Just use them on the flipper buttons, plunger, and Start buttons (action button too). If they're overly wet, wring it out before you wipe. They're not meant for glass, so don't use them on the glass. For that, use your favorite glass cleaner.

Just to be clear. We are talking about wiping down where people touch. Not the glass. Not sure how a lockdown bar or the button area would get streaks on it.

Haha your wacky anti clorox wipe stance is just silly; so it gets a downvote. Inthinknweve learned over the last 2 years things hold up pretty well to wipes.

So you are saying people do not contact the glass with their hands? Are you saying alcohol based wipes do not leave a streak on glass? Dude seriously-just use yellow Windex-covers the glass, the bar, the buttons, etc.

Here is other concern is guys saying go use wipes on your cabinet-your totally cool. Then decals get all jacked up months later-no thanks

You think people haven't already used them for months?

Arguing over wipes-oh vea

I need to go wipe my ass, I think I have monkey butt

If someone is so concerned that they need to wipe down every inch of their machine between plays, then I would suggest not having the gathering. What are you doing with all the doorknobs the kids are touching and the other toys, etc.

Wipe down the buttons and plunger and let the kids have fun.

Not sure why you’re so upset.

Clean the glass with glass cleaner. Ammonia free and something that’s streak free like sprayway.

Clean not glass surfaces with Lysol wipes as they disinfect.

Not upset, just shaking my head. Why use two when you can use just one. I do think the harsh chemicals in Lysol and other products will deteriorate decals, etc.

I have to also be honest that I cannot stand Lysol-it does smell like shit and gives me a headache. Smells toxic and I purchased a bunch at the beginning of the pandemic only to throw them all away. Not trying to argue but the Windex does the job, does not smell bad, and leaves a streak free surface-may try it.

Based on their original comment, they have already cleaned the games. They are looking to sanitize them. Lysol wipes are the quickest easiest way to do that.

Don't do anything and just tell your wife you did. This seems just kind of like an extremely silly concern really. Like others have said, have some hand sanitizer ready or make sure people wash their hands after playing. Wiping them with disinfectant will do nothing in practicality. Too many "dirty" things around the house, and things instantly get "dirty" after 1 touch

+1 for hand washing before and after play. You can’t realize sterilize a machine or anything else unless you are doing clean room procedures like in a hospital. Which you aren’t and won’t.

Best way to sanitize is to not let anybody else play.

But seriously folks...I have the grandkids wash their hands before they're allowed to play. Next thing you know, one of them is climbing up on top of the PDI glass I have on a Stern LE. Because--of course!--I never said anything about not climbing on top of the machines.

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I'll see myself out