6.2.1
Cleaning of Sterile Tube Fuser - Dry
General cleaning
Clean the instrument using a damp cloth with suitable disinfectant that does not affect
any markings or signs, or the safety of the system.
Ethanol (up to 20% as disinfectant) and a lint free cloth can also be used to clean
surfaces of the instrument.
Switch off the instrument and disconnect the power cord, before initiating the cleaning
process.
Liquid spillage cleaning
In case of spillage, mild cleaning agents should be used to clean the instrument,
holders and clamps depending on the hazard level of the process chemicals/biological
being used.
Step
Action
1
Switch off the instrument and disconnect the power cord, before initiating
the cleaning process.
2
Unlock the tube holders, open the holders and rotate 90 degree to facilitate
tube removal.
Note:
Do not remove external clamps clamped on fused tubes before ensuring a
good weld. Refer to
Section 5.2.3 Inspecting weld quality, on page 53
.
3
Dismantle the tube holders from the instrument for cleaning using proper
cleaning agent along with lint free cloth.
6 Maintenance
6.2 Cleaning the instrument
6.2.1 Cleaning of Sterile Tube Fuser - Dry
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