Hologic ThinPrep 5000, Operator'S Manual

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ThinPrep™ 5000 Processor with AutoLoader Operator’s Manual
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DISPOSAL
Disposal of Consumable Items
CAUTION:
All disposables are for single use only and should not be reused.
• PreservCyt
™
Solution. Follow local, state, provincial and federal or county guidelines.
Dispose of all solvents as hazardous waste.
• CytoLyt
™
Solution. Dispose of as a biohazard.
• Fixative reagent. Follow local, state, provincial and federal or county guidelines. Dispose of
all solvents as hazardous waste.
• Used ThinPrep filters . Dispose of as regular waste.
• Waste bottle contents. Dispose of all solvents as hazardous waste. Follow local, state,
provincial and federal or county guidelines. As with all laboratory procedures, universal
precautions should be followed.
• Used carbon filter (from the fume extractor). Dispose of as regular waste.
• Used HEPA filter (from the fume extractor). Follow local, state, provincial and federal or
county guidelines.
• Absorbent pads for fixative bath evaporation cover and filter arm. Dispose of as regular
waste. (If dripping wet, dispose of as hazardous waste.)
• Broken glass. Dispose of in a Sharps container.
Disposal of the Device
Do not dispose in municipal waste.
Please contact Hologic Technical Support.
Hologic will provide for the collection and proper reclamation of electrical devices we provide to
our customers. Hologic strives to reuse Hologic devices, subassemblies, and components
whenever possible. When reuse is not appropriate, Hologic will ensure the waste material is
properly disposed of.
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