Chapter 4: Maintenance 53
Decontaminate fluidics
(Long Clean)
Decontaminates the internal
sheath path with
BD FACSClean solution, then
rinses with BD FACS shutdown
solution
See Decontaminating the
Fluidics System (Long Clean) on
page 59.
Monthly and before
service calls
Replace the air filter Ensures proper cytometer
performance
See Replacing the Air Filter on
page 60.
Every 6 months
Replace fluid filters Keeps fluids free of particulates
See Replacing Fluidics Filters on
page 63.
Every 6 months or when
increased debris observed
in FSC vs SSC plots
Schedule preventative
maintenance by BD
service
— Every 6 months
Procedure Description and Location Frequency
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