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Clean the keypad and display surface with a mild laboratory detergent.
Plastic covers and surfaces can be cleaned with a mild laboratory detergent or alcohol.
Warning!
If any surfaces have been contaminated with biohazardous material, a mild sterilizing
solution should be used.
Caution!
Do not autoclave any part of this instrument.
Immediate
Although the Multiskan FC is constructed from high-quality materials, you must immediately wipe
away spilled saline solutions, solvents, acids, or alkaline solutions from outer surfaces to prevent
damage, and wipe with deionized distilled water.
Cleaning a filter
1. Remove particles, for example, dust, with clean pressurized air.
2. If necessary, clean the filters with a lintfree tissue soaked in 70% ethanol.
Caution!
Do not use any other liquids to clean the optics. Avoid any harsh treatment.
3. Wipe over the filter in a straight movement from inside to out. Do not use any circular movements
when cleaning the filter.
4. If the filter is not clean, repeat the procedure.
Caution!
Check the condition of the filter(s) regularly.
Cleaning of the instrument
Clean the instrument regularly as stated below.
Caution!
Painted surfaces can be cleaned with most laboratory detergents. Dilute the cleaning
agent as recommended by the manufacturer. Do not expose painted surfaces to concentrated
acids or alcohols for prolonged periods of time as damage may occur.
1. Switch the power off and unplug the instrument.
2. Use disposable gloves.
3. Clean the instrument outside and the plate carrier with a soft cloth dampened with water or mild
detergent.
4. If you have spilled infectious agents on the instrument, decontaminate the instrument. Refer to
“Decontamination procedure”.
Caution!
Do not use any solutions containing hypochlorite, such as bleach, on any of the
stainless steel surfaces, as this may cause permanent damage to the finish.
Disposal of materials
Follow laboratory and country-specific procedures for biohazardous or radioactive waste disposal.
Refer to local regulations for the disposal of infectious material.