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Maintenance
Daily
Pour the water out of the pan, rinse it with deionized water and dry.
Inspect the gasket for wear. The lid may be left atop the chamber, but should be slightly ajar.
Monthly
Preventative maintenance should be done once a month. Unplug the instrument before cleaning. Use only a mild dish detergent, as
abrasive powders or metal scrubbers will damage the surface and may cause contamination. Do not attempt to wash the instrument
in a dishwasher.
DO NOT IMMERSE THE BODY OR ELECTRICAL CORD IN WATER!
Pan, Gasket, Lid, Vent and Nozzle
Remove the pan, lid and weight and soak them in warm water. Wash thoroughly with a sponge and dry well. Inspect the gasket for tears
or wear. If the vent nozzle becomes blocked with debris, clear the path with a toothpick or similar device then wash clean.
Heat Plate and Heat Sensor
Wipe off anything stuck to the heat plate or heat sensor and dry with a soft cloth.
Body
Wipe the surface with a damp, warm soft cloth, making sure that no water gets into the body.
Safety and Electrical Precautions
Electrical Precautions
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Basic safety precautions should always be followed when using electrical equipment.
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Do not immerse cord or plug or the body of the Decloaking Chamber in water or attempt to clean in a dishwasher.
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Unplug the instrument when not is use and before cleaning.
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Do not operate the instrument with a damaged cord or plug.
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Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table or counter or touch hot surfaces.
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Do not place near a heat source, an open flame or gas outlet.
Safety Precautions
Decloaking Chamber
infectious sample use is limited to tissues/specimens that are specified on Biocare's product datasheets.
Handle control slides and test FFPE slides as if capable of transmitting infectious agents, and dispose with proper precautions. It is
recommended that the specimens are handled using established good laboratory working practices. No flammable or corrosive solvents
are to be used in the Decloaking Chamber.
Disposal of the Decloaking Chamber
Dispose of the Decloaking Chamber in accordance with local, state and federal regulations. Decontaminate with an antibacterial
cleansing agent.
