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Gentier Real-Time PCR System
F. Instrument Cleaning and Maintenance
Under proper use condition, the Gentier instrument requires little maintenance. However, the
Gentier instrument should be cleaned and maintained on a regular schedule for long time and
constant use. This section includes the information on cleaning and maintenance of the Gentier
instrument.
1. Instrument Cleaning Operation Instructions
The Gentier instrument should be cleaned on a regular schedule (every other month), please
carefully read the following instructions before cleaning the instrument.
Prohibit
:
never clean the instrument when it is electrified.
Prohibit
:
never pour water or other solutions in into the sample block or any interior parts
of the instrument. Fluids can cause electrical shock when the instrument is electrified.
Caution
: ethanol is a flammable and volatile liquid, it’s exposure may irritate eyes, skin and
respiratory tract, and may lead to central nervous system hypofunction and liver damage.
Please wear appropriate protective goggles, clothing and gloves, when using ethanol to clean.
High-Temp
:
the
sample block and hot lid may produce high temperature during running, do
not clean the sample block until it reaches the room temperature.
Biohazard
: please regard all samples as potential biohazard materials, universal safety
precautions should be taken when handling or processing samples. Samples pills should be
immediately disinfected with an appropriate disinfectant solution to avoid equipment
contamination or user’ personnel injury.
1.1 Clean Instrument Shell
1
st
step
:
switch off the instrument and unplug the power cord;
2
nd
step
:
clean the instrument shell with a piece of damp, soft cloth, and if needed, please rinse
the cloth with mild commercial detergent for cleaning.
Prohibit:
do not spray the detergent directly on the instrument, as malfunctions of the
electronics or may occur.
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