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Cytotoxic Lead Shielded Class II Biological Safety Cabinets
Chapter 5 – Service and Maintenance
5.1 Scheduled Maintenance
Proper and timely maintenance is crucial for trouble free functioning of any device and your Esco BSC is no
exception to this rule. We strongly recommend that you follow the maintenance schedule suggested
hereunder in order to obtain optimal performance from your Esco BSC.
No.
Description of Task to Perform
Maintenance to be carried out every
Day
Week
Month
Quarter
1 Year
2 Years
1
Surface decontaminate the work zone
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2
BSC power-up alarm verification
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3
Thoroughly surface decontaminate the drain pan
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4
Check the paper catch for retained materials
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5
Clean the exterior surfaces of the BSC
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6
Clean the sash window
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7
Inspect the BSC for any physical abnormalities or malfunction
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8
Clean up stainless steel surfaces with MEK
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9
Re-certification
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10
Change UV Lamp (where present)
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11
Change the fluorescent lamps
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Cleaning the BSC
Clean the work surface and walls with appropriate disinfectant agent and soap water afterward
Clean the sash window using an appropriate disinfectant agent and glass cleaner afterward
Use a damp cloth to clean the exterior surface of the BSC, particularly on the front and top in order to
remove dust that accumulated there
Use clean water to finish the cleaning and wash away any residue of disinfectant agent, soap water
and glass cleaner
For removing stubborn stains or spots on the stainless steel surface, make use of MEK (Methyl-Ethyl-
Ketone). In such cases, make sure that you wash the steel surface immediately afterwards with clean
water and some liquid detergent. Use a polyurethane cloth or sponge for washing. Regularly cleaning
the stainless steel surface can help you retain the attractive factory finish.
LS2 worktrays are reinforced to carry lead bricks. Ensure tray supports are in place after cleaning
Test the audible and visual alarm
The simplest method by far would be to move the sash until the glass window is no longer in the sash ready or
UV mode position.
Check the cabinet’s functionality
Check the BSC’s mechanical functionality; ex: sash window – lubricate if necessary
Check the BSC’s electrical functionality; ex: fluorescent lamp – replace if necessary
Check the BSC for any defect, repair immediately
Re-certification
All BSC must be re-certified annually by a certified engineer. See test report for recertification procedure.
5.2 Maintenance/Service Log
It is good practice (and in some cases regulatory requirement) to maintain a log of all maintenance work
carried out on your cabinet.
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