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Important notes on use of disinfectants
Aggressive disinfectants which release chlorine
or oxygen radicals, e.g., sodium hypochlorite
(chlorine bleach) or peroxide compounds can
corrode the material of the 4l polypropylene
collecting bottle and other components (e. g.,
couplings). This may lead to stress cracks and
breakage of the 4l polypropylene bottle.
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Therefore, prolonged use of these disinfec
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tants in the 4l polypropylene bottle is strong
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ly discouraged. After brief disinfecting opera
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tions in the bottle, rinse bottle thoroughly to
avoid leaving residues of disinfectant in the
bottle.
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Alternative: Use of the BVC basic G with 2l
borosilicate glass bottle.
Attention: The quick-coupling accessory sets
between the pumping unit and VHC
pro
are
not suitable for use with sodium hypochlorite
(chlorine bleach).
BVC basic G
BVC basic
Over time, discoloration and material changes (e.g., re
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siliency, elasticity/tightness, cracking) due to repeated
steam sterilizations may occur.
NOTICE
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Using corrosive disinfectants may result in damage,
malfunction and/or failure of the equipment.
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Chlorine permeates the hydrophobic filter on top of the
collecting bottle and may damage the materials of the
equipment or the vacuum supply.
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Leaking of liquid from a damaged collecting bottle or
suction tube may lead to exposure of personnel and
material or to damage/destruction of wetted equipment
or laboratory furniture.
Sodium
hypochlorite
(chlorine
bleach)
Sodium
hypochlorite
(chlorine
bleach)
