Procedure For Models Without Injectors - Biotek Synergy HT Operator's Manual

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Appendix A: Decontamination
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Procedure for Models without Injectors

1. Turn off and unplug the instrument.
2. Prepare an aqueous solution of 0.50% sodium hypochlorite (bleach). As an
alternative, 70% isopropyl alcohol may be used if the effects of bleach are a
concern.
Be sure to check the percent NaClO of the bleach you are using; this
information is printed on the side of the bottle. Commercial bleach is
typically 10.0% NaClO; if this is the case, prepare a 1:20 dilution.
Household bleach is typically 5.0% NaClO; if this is the case, prepare a
1:10 dilution.
3. Moisten a cloth with the bleach solution or alcohol.
4. Manually open the plate carrier door; slide out the plate carrier.
5. Wipe the plate carrier and all exposed surfaces of the instrument.
6. Wait 20 minutes. Moisten a cloth with deionized (DI) or distilled water and
wipe all surfaces of the instrument that have been cleaned with the bleach
solution or alcohol.
7. Use a clean, dry cloth to dry all wet surfaces.
8. Reassemble the instrument as necessary.
9. Discard the used gloves and cloths using a biohazard trash bag and an
approved biohazard container.
The sodium hypochlorite (bleach)
wear gloves and eye protection when handling the solution.
Do not immerse the instrument, spray it with liquid, or use a
"wet" cloth. Do not allow the cleaning solution to run into the
interior of the instrument. If this happens, contact the BioTek
Service Department.
Important! Turn off and unplug the instrument for all
decontamination and cleaning operations.
solution is caustic;
Do not soak the cloth.
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