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H
2
O
2
DECONTAMINATION (OPTION)
When the chamber is contaminated or when cleaning the chamber prior to starting a culture, H
2
O
2
decontamination can be performed.
Prior to the H
2
O
2
decontamination work, make sure that MCO-170UVS (UV system set), MCO-50HP (H
2
O
2
generator), MCO-50HB (H
2
O
2
decon kit), and MCO-170EL (electric lock) are all installed on your incubator.
Notes:
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Before performing decontamination, read the precautions for safe operation on pages 5–9.
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The door is locked by the electric lock during decontamination. However, if the key included with the
electric lock has been inserted into the key hole and left in the position, the door cannot be locked. When
performing decontamination, be sure to take the key out of the key hole and store and manage the key in a
safe place.
H
2
O
2
decontamination
1. Remove the trays, fan cover, duct, humidifying pan, gas injection nozzle, and gas injection nozzle tube
from the chamber.
2. Then wipe clean the removed inner attachments with alcohol for disinfection.
3. Wipe clean the chamber with alcohol for disinfection.
4. Attach the duct and fan cover.
5.
Pour a bottle of MCO-5H2O2 H
2
O
2
reagent (designated by our company) into the MCO-50HP H
2
O
2
generator and then, cover it with the lid.
Note:
H
2
O
2
reagent cannot be stored after opening.
Notes:
Follow the cautions below when using the optional MCO-5H2O2 (H
2
O
2
reagent).
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Cautions in handling
- Wear protective equipment such as protective glasses and rubber gloves when handling the H
2
O
2
reagent.
- Do not recklessly use fire in an area where H
2
O
2
reagent is handled.
- Do not leave H
2
O
2
reagent in the container after or during use.
- Do not place combustible or inflammable objects near areas where the H
2
O
2
reagent is handled.
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Cautions in storage
- Store the H
2
O
2
reagent in a cool, dark place.
- Always tighten the cap to the container to prevent contamination by adulterants.
- Make sure the container is free of damage such as corrosion or cracking.
- Store the containers with the mouth facing upwards, and make sure it cannot topple or fall.
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Cautions in disposal
- Dilute the H
2
O
2
reagent with a large volume of tap water for disposal.
6. Connect one end of the waterproof cable (included with the H
2
O
2
generator) with the H
2
O
2
generator
and set the positioning fittings of the H
2
O
2
generator into the slits of the duct (Fig. 1).
Ensure that the H
2
O
2
generator is properly set. An improper setting may cause inadequate
decontamination.
7. Remove the waterproof connector cap from the connector on the rear right of the chamber, and then
connect the other end of waterproof cable to the connector (Fig. 2).
Note:
Make sure not to lose the waterproof connector cap.
Connector
Fig. 2
Positioning fittings
Slits
Duct
Fig. 1
H
2
O
2
generator
Front
Waterproof
Cable
Waterproof
cable
