Working in the Cabinet
Working in the Cell Logic+ Type B2 biosafety cabinet requires preparation, planning,
and an understanding of aseptic technique to work safely. The steps below represent
the minimum requirements before, during, and after working in a biosafety cabinet.
Consult your Health & Safety department for additional SOP requirements.
Planning
1. Thoroughly understand procedures and equipment required before beginning
work.
2. Arrange for minimal disruptions, such as room traffic or entry into the room while
the cabinet is in use.
Cabinet Start-up
1. Turn off UV light (if included on your cabinet).
2. Slowly raise the sash until the bottom of the sash aligns with the sash indicator
decal located on the left side of the work area (See Figure 7-1).
3. Turn on the light and cabinet blower if the automatic features have not been
enabled.
4. Check the air grilles for obstructions.
5. Allow the cabinet to operate until the Home Screen is shown.
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6. Wash hands and arms thoroughly with germicidal soap.
7. Wear appropriate personnel protective equipment (PPE).
Wipe Down
1. Raise the sash to its full open position (approximately 22.5 inches or 571 mm if
not configured with a Bag-In / Bag-Out Exhaust Filter). Mute the alarm by
pressing [OK/MUTE].
2. Wipe down the interior surfaces of the cabinet with 70% ethanol, or a suitable
disinfectant, and allowed to dry.
Figure 7-5
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