Preparing A Clean Workspace; Clean With Sodium Hypochlorite Solution; Clean With Prepared Bleach Enhancer Solution (If Applicable); Checking For Leaks And Spills - Hologic Panther System Operator's Manual

Preparing a Clean Workspace

Prepare a clean laboratory work surface and Sample Loading Tray before working with
assay reagents or operating the Panther System.
Use 2.5%–3.5% sodium hypochlorite to clean up any sample or fluid spills outside of the
instrument (see Preparing Sodium Hypochlorite Solution on page 198).
To clean the work surfaces:
1. Prepare a cleaning solution of 2.5%–3.5% sodium hypochlorite in DI water weekly or,
if applicable, prepare the Bleach Enhancer solution according to package insert (see
Preparing Sodium Hypochlorite Solution on page 198).
2. Follow the corresponding instructions below depending upon the cleaning solution
used to prepare the work surfaces.

Clean with Sodium Hypochlorite Solution

a. Spray 2.5%–3.5% sodium hypochlorite solution directly onto laboratory work
surfaces and the Sample Loading Tray.
b. Wait one (1) minute and then clean the surfaces with a wipe moistened with DI
water.

Clean with Prepared Bleach Enhancer Solution (if applicable)

a. Wipe down all laboratory work surfaces with a wipe moistened with the prepared
Bleach Enhancer solution.
b. After applying the solution, clean the surfaces with a clean, dry wipe.
c. Repeat steps a and b.
3. Cover the laboratory work surfaces with clean, plastic-backed absorbent laboratory
bench covers (optional).

Checking for Leaks and Spills

Caution—Do not operate the Panther System if it is suspected or found that
liquid has leaked, spilled, or overflowed onto electrical components. Contact
Hologic Technical Support. Do not try to clean the inaccessible parts of the
system without proper assistance.
To check for any leaks in the system:
1. Check the outside of the system for visual signs of damage.
2. Check the floor around the system for signs of fluid leaks or residue.
3. If evidence of a leak, spill, or residue is found, continue as follows:
a. If possible, determine the type of fluid and the source of the leak.
b. Follow laboratory procedures to clean up the fluid.
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Panther System Operator's Manual
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