Core Modules
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10.
Maintenance and Cleaning
DANGER
Electric shock
If current-carrying devices come into contact with water or other liquids, this could cause a
short-circuit.
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Liquid must NOT be allowed to penetrate into the interior of the devices. Do NOT use spray
detergents.
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Unplug the mains supply before carrying out any cleaning work.
WARNING
Cleaning personnel hazard
Untrained personnel cannot recognize the possible risks, which could occur when cleaning a
device
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Cleaning personnel must be instructed about device care and the necessary safety measures.
WARNING
Bio hazard
Animal excrement and other secretions could contain microorganisms, which represent a
health hazard.
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Contaminated devices must be purified/treated according to the safety regulations.
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System devices that have not been completely decontaminated, or that have not been freed from
test residues must NOT be returned to TSE Systems under any circumstances.
NOTICE
- Instrument damage!
Parts of the system are made of plastic materials. Alcohol or other solvents can dissolve
plastic and render it useless.
Do NOT clean the device and, in particular, its plastic components with solvents containing
hydrocarbons or alcohol unless they are approved as a disinfection method for the particular
component.
If damage has occurred, detergents or decontaminants could penetrate the devices and damage
them irreversibly. Please contact
If you return contaminated system devices to TSE Systems, TSE Systems reserves the right to return
any such device to your address immediately and will charge you for the dispatch costs. Should a
contaminated device represent a health hazard, then we retain the right to take legal action.
10.1. General
To carry out bio-decontamination efficiently, all adhering dirt should first be removed by a preliminary
cleaning process, as otherwise microorganisms could survive in the contaminated areas.
If detergents or chemicals are used on the devices, these should be completely removed before
further decontamination steps, e.g., autoclaving, are carried out. There should be no residues on the
devices.
Ensure that all noxious and odorous substances can evaporate sufficiently so that the animals are not
subjected to any irritations.
