Tools And Supplies; Decontaminate The Biostack - Biotek BioStack 4 Operator's Manual

Tools and Supplies

70% isopropyl alcohol (as a bleach alternative)
Deionized or distilled water
Safety glasses
Surgical mask
Protective gloves
Lab coat
Biohazard trash bags
Clean cotton cloths

Decontaminate the BioStack

Perform these steps to decontaminate the carrier surface and microplate stacks, all
other exposed surfaces, and, if applicable, the barcode scanner:
1. : Turn off the BioStack and disconnect its power supply.
Important
2. Remove the microplate stacks.
3. Wet a clean cotton cloth with 70% alcohol, then thoroughly wring it out so that
liquid does not drip from it.
4. Wipe the inside and outside of the stacks and the plate-stacking pedestal (if
used).
5. Wipe the carrier surface, lifts, gripper, wrist, all other exposed surfaces of the
BioStack, and the aligning hardware.
6. If the barcode scanner is installed:
Ensure that cleaning solution does not seep into the narrow opening in the
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cover that protects the scanner.
Lens cleaning solution and lens tissue may also be used to clean the
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mirror.
Be very careful not to scratch or damage the mirror!
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Gently wipe the external surface of the scanner assembly, including the
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scanner's protective cover, mounting bracket, cable, and mirror.
7. Wait 20 minutes. Moisten a cloth with deionized or distilled water and wipe all
surfaces that have been cleaned with the alcohol.
8. Use a clean, dry cloth to dry all wet surfaces.
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