Accumetrics VerifyNow - Clean Exterior Surfaces

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5. Remove the cleaning device completely from the assay device port (Figure 9-3).
Discard the device. The cleaning device is for single use only.
Figure 9-3 Remove Cleaning Device
6. Repeat using another cleaning device if, upon inspection, there is visible dust and
debris.
9.2 Clean Exterior Surfaces
Occasionally, a liquid may spill near the instrument or small amounts of dust may
build up on the exterior of the instrument. Periodic cleaning of the exterior surface
may be performed to remove accumulation on the instrument.
Materials
• Lint-free cloth (clean room wipes)
• Non-abrasive cleaner (such as Cidex
®
, pHisoHex
®
, 7X
®
, Super Edisonite
®
,
10% household bleach solution in water, dish washing detergent, or isopropyl
alcohol)
Procedure
Use a recommended cleaning solution on the exterior surfaces according to the
following procedure:
1. Solutions may be applied by moistening a soft, lint-free cloth, and/or a cotton
swab. Do not to allow liquids to flow freely or be sprayed on the instrument.
2. After cleaning with one of the solutions listed above, a cloth moistened with fresh
water should be used to dilute and remove all of the residual cleaning solution
from the instrument’s surfaces.
3. Wipe the EQC device with a damp cloth moistened with isopropyl alcohol.
CAUTION: Do not spray or pour cleaning fluids near the assay device
port or other openings. Introduction of fluids into the interior can damage
the VerifyNow instrument.