8. Cleaning & Maintenance
2011-09
Instructions for Use for INFINITE M1000 PRO No. 30064852 Rev. No. 1.0
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8.3.2 Decontamination/Disinfection
Procedure
WARNING
THE DECONTAMINATION/DISINFECTION PROCEDURE SHOULD BE
PERFORMED IN A WELL-VENTILATED ROOM BY AUTHORIZED
TRAINED PERSONNEL WEARING POWDER-FREE GLOVES, SAFETY
GLASSES, AND PROTECTIVE CLOTHING.
WARNING
THE DECONTAMINATION/DISINFECTION PROCEDURE SHOULD BE
PERFORMED ACCORDING TO NATIONAL, REGIONAL, AND LOCAL
REGULATIONS.
STOP
Caution
The surface decontamination/disinfectant solution can negatively
influence the performance of your instrument, if it is applied or
accidentally gets inside the instrument.
STOP
Caution
Make sure that the microplate has been removed from the instrument
before starting Decontamination/Disinfection.
Perform the Decontamination/Disinfection procedure as follows:
1. Wear powder-free gloves, safety glasses, surgical mask and protective
clothing.
2. Prepare a suitable container for all disposables used during the
Decontamination/Disinfection procedure.
3. Move the plate carrier into the load position; If a microplate is on the plate
carrier, remove it.
4. Disconnect the instrument from the main power supply and let it cool down
to ambient temperature to avoid any risk of fire and explosion.
5. Disconnect the instrument from the computer and from any accessories.
6. Carefully apply the decontamination/disinfectant solution according to the
manufacturer’s instructions for use on the plate transport of the instrument.
7. After the required contact time (according to the manufacturer’s instructions
for use) wipe the plate carrier using a soft paper towel moistened with a mild
detergent or distilled water to remove all traces of the
decontamination/disinfectant solution.
8. Move the plate carrier into the instrument by gently pressing its front end (of
the plate transport) until the front plate transport door is completely closed.
9. Carefully apply the decontamination/disinfectant solution according to the
manufacturer’s instructions for use on all outer surfaces of the instrument.
10. After the required contact time (according to the manufacturer’s instructions
for use) wipe the instrument using a soft paper towel moistened with a mild
detergent or distilled water to remove all traces of the
decontamination/disinfectant solution.
11. Wipe dry the outer surface of the instrument with a soft paper towel.
