Cleaning
CAUTION
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To avoid contamination, make sure the system is thoroughly
cleaned before changing the flow kit.
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Connectors on the cabinet, such as connectors for pH, conduc-
tivity, network, etc., that are not used, should be plugged to
prevent cleaning liquid from entering the connector.
For proper function, the system should be kept clean and dry:
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Chemical stains and dust are removed by wiping the outside surfaces of the cabinet
and the pump with a clean tissue wetted with water. Water with weak detergent
should be used for daily cleaning of the cabinet. 70% ethanol or 2-propanol (Iso-
propanol) can be used for sanitization.
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If salt buffer is spilled at valves, rinse carefully with water to remove salt crystals and
wipe dry.
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Clean the system of infectious or aggressive fluids before service or maintenance.
Make sure that the cleaning procedure flushes all possible flow paths in the system.
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If liquid should have accidentally spilled into the pump, clean the inside of the pump
lid and the rollers with water. To avoid corrosion, make sure all surfaces are wiped
dry. The interior of the pump is particularly sensitive to NaOH, which corrodes the
aluminum.
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After cleaning, make sure there is no liquid left on the windows of the UV detector.
If necessary, wipe the windows using soft, absorbent tissue.
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After cleaning flush the entire system with water or suitable liquid to remove the CIP
solution. In some instances, you can use the system instrumentation to monitor the
removal of cleaning solution.
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To avoid corrosion, wipe the cabinet dry after cleaning.
If a fuse repeatedly blows, shutdown the ÄKTA ready main switch and contact
your local GE Healthcare representative.
Note:
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12 Maintenance
12.1 Daily maintenance
