Adding Detergent; Adding Neutralizing Acid - Labconco SteamScrubber 4010010 Series User Manual

Detergent can be dispensed via the detergent cup located in the door (see Fig. 7-3). In
most factory-programed cycles, the detergent is dispensed during the first wash cycle.
The timing of dispense can be programed to open during any wash or pre-wash
segment by creating customized programs. If your glassware is heavily soiled, you may
want to add powder detergent to the depression in the dispenser's door for use during
the pre-wash segment. If using liquid detergent in the dispenser door cavity, the drain
and fill cycle prior to the first pre-wash could result in flushing out some of the liquid
detergent.

Adding Detergent

Low-foaming powder or liquid detergent formulated for labware washers, in conjunction
with adequate hot water, is essential for clean glassware. Labconco LabSolutions
Detergents are recommended. See Section 9: Accessories & Consumables for
ordering information. Use detergents sparingly, too much detergent, particularly with
softened water may cause etching of the glassware. This appears as a permanent
cloudy film on the glassware.
Fill the Main Wash Cavity (See Fig. 7-3) of the Detergent Dispenser with approximately
25g of Lab Solutions powered detergent or 20ml of liquid detergent if the water
hardness grains per gallon (GPG) of your water measures 0-4 GPG (soft water). Fill the
detergent cavity completely with powdered detergent or 40ml liquid detergent if your
water measures 4 GPG or higher (medium to hard water). Use these recommendations
as guidelines, adjust the amount of detergent used based on actual results of your wash
cycle. If the hardness of the water is unknown, begin with the lower amounts of
detergent and rinse aids.
To open the detergent dispenser, gently press the white button located on the detergent
cup door.
The door may break if it is forced upward or perpendicular to the door.
Store detergent in a cool, dry place. Immediately replace the detergent container lid
after dispensing. If lumps develop due to exposure to moisture, discard the detergent
according to local regulations.

Adding Neutralizing Acid

A mild or weak acid rinse aid may be dispensed from the neutralizing solution port to
neutralize the detergent alkalinity. Labconco LabSolutions Neutralizing Acid Rinse is
recommended. See Section 9: Accessories & Consumables for ordering information.
In most of the factory-programed cycles, 4 ml of acid rinse is dispensed during the first
rinse cycle. The timing and amount (0 to 6 ml) of acid rinse dispensed can be
programed to open during any one of eight programmable rinse segments by creating
customized programs. The dispenser holds approximately 170 ml and should be
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