Cleaning The Sample Probe; Deep Clean Procedure - Beckman Coulter CytoFLEX Series Instructions For Use Manual

Cleaning Procedures
Routine Cleaning

Cleaning the Sample Probe

When problems such as blockage of the sample probe occur, it is required to replace or clean the
sample probe.
1
Confirm that the instrument is in the standby state or that the power supply is turned off.
WARNING
Risk of biohazardous contamination if you have skin contact with the sample
probe or the sample peristaltic pump tubing. The sample probe and the sample
peristaltic pump tubing might contain residual biological material and must be
handled with care. Clean up spills immediately. Dispose of the sample probe and
the sample peristaltic pump tubing in accordance with your local regulations and
acceptable laboratory procedures.
2
Remove the sample probe. Refer to
Pump Tubing
3
Put the sample probe into a clean container and soak it in clean water. Use an ultrasonic
cleaning device to clean for 2 minutes.
4
Reattach the sample probe to the sample peristaltic pump tubing and confirm that the bead on
the sample probe touches the sleeve on the end of the sample peristaltic pump tubing.
IMPORTANT
while installing the thumbscrew.
5
Install the sample pump cover.
6
If ineffective, replace with a new sample probe. Refer to
Sample Peristaltic Pump Tubing

Deep Clean Procedure

Carry out a deep clean once a month to clean the instrument flow cell. If the unit will be shutdown
and not used for more than 10 days, it is recommended to complete one deep clean before resuming
use.
10-8
in CHAPTER 11, Replacement/Adjustment
To ensure that the proper placement of the sample probe, push the sample pump cover up
in
Replacing the Sample Probe and/or the Sample Peristaltic
Procedures.
Replacing the Sample Probe and/or the
CHAPTER 11, Replacement/Adjustment Procedures.
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