Recycling Information - GE AKTA GO Operating Instructions Manual

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9.3 Recycling information

9.3

Recycling information

Introduction
This section contains information about the decommissioning of ÄKTA go.
Decontamination
The product must be decontaminated before decommissioning. All local regulations
must be followed with regard to scrapping of the equipment.
Disposal of the product
When taking the product out of service, the different materials must be separated and
recycled according to national and local environmental regulations.
Recycling of hazardous
substances
The product contains hazardous substances. Detailed information is available from your
GE Healthcare representative.
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WARNING
Hazardous biological agents during run. When using hazardous
biological agents, run System CIP and Column CIP to flush the
entire system tubing with bacteriostatic solution (e.g., NaOH) fol-
lowed by a neutral buffer and finally distilled water, before service,
maintenance, and decommissioning.
CAUTION
Always use appropriate personal protective equipment when de-
commissioning the equipment.
ÄKTA go Operating Instructions 29360951 AC