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BioFlo/CelliGen 115
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User’s Guide
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CAUTION!
Never clean the vessel or its components or the control cabinet with
abrasive chemicals or materials.
15.1
Cleaning the Vessel
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NOTE
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If applicable, be sure to follow the bio-safety regulations regarding the
release of microorganisms into the environment.
1.
Fill the vessel with a mild detergent and water solution.
2.
Let it stand for one hour, then brush it thoroughly with a soft brush. Use the brush
both on inside and on outside surfaces.
3.
Drain the vessel and rinse several times with tap water.
4.
Repeat rinsing with distilled water and let it dry.
15.1.1
List of Wetted Parts
For further reference in your choice of cleaning detergents, Table 7 provides a
list of wetted parts in the vessel assembly and the materials they are made of:
Table 7: Wetted Parts
Wetted Parts
Material
Headplate O-ring
EPDM
O-ring lubricant
Silicone
Headplate penetration O-rings
EPDM
Metal surfaces
316L or 316 stainless steel
Vessel glass
Borosilicate glass
Inoculation septum
Pure gum rubber, color tan
15.2
Cleaning the Cabinet
At least once a month, clean all the metal and plastic parts of your unit. Use a soft,
damp cloth moistened with water or mild detergent. If a detergent is used, remove all
residue by rinsing them with clean water.
