Molecular Devices SpectraMax 190, Operator'S Manual

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Chapter 4
4-4 SPECTRAmax
190 Microplate Spectrophotometer Operator’s Manual
General
Keep the drawer closed when the instrument is not in use. The drawer can be
opened by pressing the DRAWER button. Always close the drawer immedi-
ately prior to switching the instrument off.
Cleaning
Wear gloves during any cleaning procedure that could
involve contact with either hazardous or biohazardous materials or
ß uids.
Periodically, you should clean the outside surfaces of the SPECTRAmax 190
using a cloth or sponge that has been dampened with water. Do not use abra-
sive cleaners. If required, clean the surfaces using a mild soap solution diluted
with water or a glass cleaner and then wipe with a damp cloth or sponge to
remove any residue. Do not spray cleaner onto the instrument.
If needed, clean the microplate drawer using a cloth or sponge that has been
dampened with water.
Should ß uids spill in the drawer area when the drawer is out, they will be
directed to a tray at the bottom of the instrument from which they will exit to
the bench or counter beneath the instrument. Wipe up any spills immediately.
Clean only the exterior of the unit (and the microplate drawer, if necessary).
Never clean the inside of the instrument. Do not allow excess water or other
ß uids to drip inside the instrument.
Cleaning the
Fan Filter
The fan Þ lter on the bottom of the instrument requires periodic cleaning. The
frequency of the cleaning depends on how dusty your particular lab is and
could range from once a month to once every six months.
1) Turn power to the instrument OFF and then remove the power cord and
cables from the back of the instrument.
2) Make sure no plate is in the instrument. Turn the instrument over so that it
rests ß at on the bench.
3) Pop the black fan cover off and remove the Þ lter.
4) Clean the Þ lter by blowing clean, canned air through it or by rinsing it— Þ rst
with water and then with alcohol—and allowing it to dry completely.
5) Place the clean, dry Þ lter over the fan and replace the black cover.
6) Turn the instrument back over. Reconnect the power cord and cables to the
instrument.
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