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Maintaining the PCS2 Equipment
P/N 85266-30, Manual revision: A
Fluid detector
The fluid detector is located inside of the centrifuge well. The surface of the
detector should be cleaned using a cotton swab moistened with 70% alcohol.
Centrifuge
components
Except for the optical sensor and fluid detector, the other centrifuge components
can be wiped routinely using the cleaning solution and a lint-free cloth. This
includes the centrifuge well, chuck, hinged lid and locking knob.
Haemonetics Technical Services provides silicon lubricant for the O-ring gasket,
located at the base of the centrifuge chuck. After a major cleaning, the operator
should apply a small amount of the lubricant to the gasket to prevent it from
cracking. It is not necessary to remove the gasket when applying the lubricant.
If the case of a fluid spill, the operator should:
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Power off the device and disconnect it from the external power source
before cleaning.
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Ensure that the biohazard waste bag is attached to the drain tube and
hangs freely.
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Wipe the centrifuge lid with cleaning solution.
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Clean the centrifuge chuck and well (avoiding the optical sensor lens)
using the disinfectant solution and a lint-free cloth until all traces of
blood components are removed.
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Lubricate the O-ring gasket with a small amount of the silicon lubricant.
Haemonetics recommends that the operator wear protective gloves to avoid
direct contact with the cleaning solution and/or any spilled blood which may be
present.
In the case of a larger spill, fluid and/or blood may be evacuated into the
biohazard waste bag. The operator should complete the following additional
steps and contact the local Haemonetics representative for further instructions
before using the device:
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Irrigate the centrifuge drain holes with cleaning solution, until the drain
tube is rinsed clear of the spilled material.
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Remove the bag and replace it with a new bag.
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Dispose of the used waste bag according to local established policies
concerning the disposal of biohazard waste.
Note: A 50 ml syringe of attached to a 20 cm section of disposable tubing placed
in the drain holes can be used for irrigation. The biohazard waste bag should be
monitored to avoid overfilling.
Warning: An authorized Haemonetics technician should perform a leakage
current control after any major fluid spill involving the PCS2 device. Leakage
current represents a primary indication of electrical shock hazard and should
be checked according to guidelines as described in local standard operating pro-
cedures.