24 Sartoclear
®
Pilot Filter Holder
Cleaning
7 Cleaning
Regular cleaning is essential . Operational reliability depends, in addition to several
other factors, also on proper cleaning .
Cleaning intervals largely depend on the stress placed on the equipment by aggressive
components contained in the media (e .g . acids and bases used to regulate pH) and the
level of contamination from culture and metabolic product residues attached to this
equipment .
NOTICE
Danger of corrosion and damage to the device by unsuitable cleaning agents!
− Avoid highly caustic or chloride-containing detergents .
− Avoid solvent-based cleaning agents .
− Ensure that the cleaning agents used are compliant materials .
Procedure
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Observe the safety instructions for the cleaning agents .
The use and disposal of cleaning agents, and water containing such agents, may
be subject to legal or environmental protection regulations in your country .
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Be sure not to scratch the device .
Future contamination is otherwise more difficult to remove .
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Take the following preliminary steps when performing cleaning work:
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Release the hydraulic cylinder .
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If required: Remove the filter cartridge .
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Clean the device with a slightly damp cloth .
For more severe contamination, use a mild soap solution .
Rinsing the Roller Bearings on the Bottom Guide Rods
Procedure
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Use a mild soap solution to rinse the roller bearings (1) on the guide rods .
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