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ADVIA Autoslide Slide Maker Stainer 10-39
Cleaning the Stain Overflow Tray
BIOHAZARD
All products or objects that come in contact with human or animal body fluids
should be handled, before and after cleaning, as if capable of transmitting
infectious diseases. Wear facial protection, gloves, and protective clothing.
The operator should follow the recommendations to prevent the transmission of
infectious agents in health-care settings as recommended for potentially
infectious specimens in
Protection of Laboratory Workers from Infectious
Disease Transmitted by Blood, Body Fluids, and Tissue
, 2d edition; Approved
Guideline (1997) Document M29-A, National Committee for Clinical Laboratory
Standards (NCCLS). This document contains complete information on user
protection and it can be used as reference material for instructions on laboratory
safety.
Small amounts of stain may overflow from the stainer wells. This overflow is
collected in a tray located on the side of the Autoslide beneath the stainer
module.
To clean the stain overflow tray
1. Using both hands, carefully pull out the tray, located under the stainer
module, and remove it.
2. Using a cloth or paper towels, dampen with a 10% solution of bleach and
wipe the tray clean.
3. Let the tray air dry, then replace it securely under the stainer module.