Maintenance
Cleaning and maintenance
CAUTION!
Cleaning and decontamination. Use only the cleaning and decontamination methods
specified in the user documentation. It is the responsibility of the operator (or other responsible
person) to ensure the following requirements are met:
·
No decontamination or cleaning agents are used that can cause a HAZARD as a result of a
reaction with parts of the equipment or with material contained in the equipment.
·
The instrument is properly decontaminated a) if hazardous material is spilled onto or into the
equipment, and/or b) prior to having the instrument serviced at your facility or sending the
instrument for repair, maintenance, trade-in, disposal, or termination of a loan (decontamination
forms may be required from customer service).
·
Before using any cleaning or decontamination methods (except those recommended by the
manufacturer), users should confirm with the manufacturer that the proposed method will not
damage the equipment.
Clean the surface of the E
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Gel
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Power Snap Plus Electrophoresis Device with a damp cloth.
Do not
use
harsh detergents or organic solvents to clean the unit.
In case liquids (e.g., buffer, water, coffee) are accidentally spilled inside the instrument, wipe the spill
using dry laboratory paper.
For any other repairs and service, contact Technical Support.
Do not
perform any repairs or service by
yourself to avoid damage to the instrument or voiding the warranty.
Materials required
• Safety glasses
• Powder-free gloves
• Tissue, lint-free
• Deionized water
• Ethanol, 70% solution
Note:
Avoid the use of detergents. Ensure the instrument is switched off and unplugged before
cleaning.
Clean the E
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Gel
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Power Snap Plus Electrophoresis Device
1.
Open the filter lid to expose the cassette compartment.
2.
Lightly spray the glass surface with deionized water or a 70% ethanol solution.
3.
Wipe the surface with a lint-free tissue until sufficiently clean.
4.
Close the filter lid and operate the instrument as normal.
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Methods
Maintenance
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Power Snap Plus Electrophoresis System User Guide
