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Figure 5. Select a Well
9 Note: A new positive control BI should be performed at least once every 24 hours
using a BI from the same lot as the test BI.
Scan the barcode on the BI cap label with the scanner on the front of the reader.
The Reader is also able to use a handheld barcode scanner attached to a USB port. Hold the
biological indicator 10 cm (4 in) from the scanner with the barcode facing the scanner. Align
the barcode on the cap label with the center of the red light produced by the barcode
scanner. Slowly rotate the biological indicator back and forth until an audible beep is
heard. After successfully scanning the BI, enter the operator’s name and touch Next.
Figure 6. Scan the BI Barcode