130 | Chapter 4: Maintenance
Clean the exterior surfaces and mist shield
1. Turn off the instrument and disconnect the power cable.
2. Moisten a lint-free disposable towel with water, or with water and mild
detergent. Do not soak the cloth.
3. Remove the mist shield if it is attached. Wipe the inside and outside surfaces of
the mist shield with the towel. Wipe the top surface of the instrument base and
all exposed surfaces of the instrument.
4. Verify™ Technology ("Q" models): Release the catch (on left side) and lift the
level-sense unit (above the wash manifold) to gain access to all sides of the
wand. Gently wipe off the wand.
5. If detergent was used, wipe all surfaces with a cloth moistened with water.
6. Use a clean, dry cloth to dry all wet surfaces.
Clean the Buffer Bottle Filter
Periodically clean the buffer bottle filter (PN 01310):
n Perform this task when the buffer bottle is empty or over a sink to catch
spillage.
1. Open the buffer bottle
and lift the cap and
its tubing up and out
of the bottle.
2. Remove the fluid
filter at the bottom of
the tubing.
3. Wash the filter with
hot water and a soft-
bristled brush, if
necessary.
4. Rinse the filter and
reinstall it.
405™ Microplate Washer LS
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