LumiraDx SARS-CoV-2, Manual

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Cleaning procedure
Always wear gloves to clean the Instrument.
Wipe the external surfaces of the Instrument with a soft cloth slightly dampened, not wet.
Excess liquid may damage the Instrument.
Disinfection procedure
This procedure should be followed to prevent the risk of blood-borne pathogen
transmission after use on each patient and is recommended by the CDC
3
.
Always wear gloves to disinfect the Instrument.
Always use LumiraDx approved wipes to disinfect the Instrument. Alcohol wipes alone
are not sufficient to disinfect the Instrument.
Use the wipe until the surface of the Instrument is visibly wet. Allow surface to remain wet
for
5 minutes
. Let air dry.
Dispose of the wipes in accordance with local procedures.
The Instrument is now ready to perform another test.
For technical assistance or questions and information about LumiraDx approved wipes
go to lumiradx.com.
Only use LumiraDx recommended cleaning and disinfecting materials on
the Instrument surfaces. Details of LumiraDx approved wipes can be found at
lumiradx.com.
Always wear gloves whilst cleaning and disinfecting the Instrument.
Only use a damp and not wet swab or cloth for cleaning. Excess liquid may
damage the Instrument.
Do NOT spray or pour solution directly onto the Instrument.
Do NOT attempt to put any objects or cleaning materials inside the Test Strip
slot.
Following cleaning and disinfection, and before performing a patient test,
change gloves and wash hands.
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