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CO
2
Incubator
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5.1 Cleaning Procedure
1. Transfer all samples to another CO₂ incubator or store them in a safe place.
2. Turn off and unplug the device. If needed; mark that the unit is deactivated or being serviced.
3. Strip the unit for cleaning:
a. Remove the ULPA filter. See section 2.2.3 ULPA Filter Installation .
b. Remove the shelf system. See section 2.2.4 Shelves System Installation .
c. Remove the sparger and tubing (for suppressed O2 model) and the humidity pan.
4. Start cleaning process:
a. Thoroughly remove dirt and residues onto the surfaces of the work space and on the
accessories.
b. Spray disinfectant onto work space surfaces and all dismantled parts or wipe with a cloth
dampened with disinfectant.
Note: Do not spray disinfectant directly onto the CO₂, O₂ or humidity sensor.
c. Allow disinfectant to react as specified by manufacturer.
d. Wipe all surfaces using a moistened clean cloth to remove disinfectant.
e. Wipe all surfaces thoroughly until dry.
Note: When cleaning and disinfecting, always observe the safety instructions and hygiene regulations.
5. Re-assemble the unit by reversing step 3
5.2 Decontamination
Decontamination in CelCulture uses 90°C moist heat to kill common organisms that contaminates workspace
including all installed components. The entire program run of the decontamination routine takes
approximately 15 hours (overnight process). The chamber is clean and dry at the end of the cycle. No further
wipe down is necessary.
5.2.1 Decontamination Procedure
Press the DECON button. And follow the instruction in the main display.
If IR (for units with IR sensor) and O
2
(for suppressed O
2
model)
sensors are installed, they will need to be removed before the
decontamination process start.
For unit with TC CO
2
sensor, there are 2 options:
o
Remove the TC sensor before decontamination process
started
o
Leave the TC sensor installed during decontamination,
however after the process is finished, the TC sensor needs to be
re-calibrated.
All sensors are located in the top duct. To remove the sensor,
first remove the top duct.
1. Blower
2. RH Sensor
3. O
2
Sensor
4. TC Sensor
5. IR Sensor
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