Packing For Service - Abbott PLEX-ID SP User Manual

Packing for
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2. Empty the turntable.
3. Switch OFF the power and disconnect the mains supply cable
(Figure 3–14).
4. Disinfect the outside of the instrument using a cloth dampened
with 70% ethanol.
5. Place the instrument in a large plastic bag. Ensure that the see-
through lid has been removed.
6. Place a cloth soaked in the prepared solution into the bag. Ensure
that the cloth does not make contact with the instrument.
7. Close the bag firmly and leave the instrument in the bag for at least
24 hours.
8. Remove the instrument from the bag.
9. Clean the instrument using a mild detergent.
10. Remove any stains using 70% ethanol.
11. After performing this decontamination procedure, enclose a signed
and dated Certificate of Decontamination both inside the transport
package and attached to the outside of the package.
To pack for service, follow the guidelines presented below.
service
Caution It is important that the instrument is thoroughly
decontaminated before it is removed from the laboratory or any
servicing is performed on it.
When you ship the instrument for service, remember to:
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Inform about the use of hazardous materials.
Decontaminate the instrument beforehand.
Install the transport locks.
Place the magnet head into its transportation box.
Pack the instrument according to the enclosed packing
instructions.

Packing for service

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