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6. Sonicate the components in acetone.
WARNING FIRE HAZARD: Acetone is flammable and volatile, so make sure the ultrasonic
bath is properly ventilated to prevent the buildup of vapors.
AVERTISSEMENT RISQUE D'INCENDIE : l'acétone est inflammable et volatile, assurez-vous
donc que le bain ultrasonique est correctement ventilé afin d'éviter l'accumulation de
vapeurs.
a. Place the beaker and its contents in an ultrasonic bath for one minute.
b. Use forceps to transfer the components to a beaker of fresh acetone.
c. Place the beaker and its contents in an ultrasonic bath for one minute.
7. Wearing gloves, blow clean, dry gas on the components to remove the acetone.
Note Acetone should not be allowed to dry on the part. It will leave a residue that may
affect instrument performance.
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Performing Routine Maintenance
Cleaning Durable Components
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