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Warnings and Precautions
Please read the following before performing any Maintenance procedures:
Warning! Internal Voltage.Turn off and unplug the instrument for all
maintenance and repair operations.
Warning! Wear protective gloves when handling contaminated instruments.
Gloved hands should be considered contaminated at all times; keep gloved
hands away from eyes, mouth, nose, and ears.
Warning! Mucous membranes are considered prime entry routes for infectious
agents. Wear eye protection and a surgical mask when there is a possibility of
aerosol contamination. Intact skin is generally considered an effective barrier
against infectious organisms; however, small abrasions and cuts may not
always be visible. Wear protective gloves when handling contaminated
instruments.
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Important! Do not immerse the instrument, spray it with liquid, or use a
dripping-wet cloth. Do not allow water or other cleaning solution to run into the
interior of the instrument. If this happens, contact BioTek’s Technical
Assistance Center.
Caution: The barcode scanner (if equipped) is housed in a protective cover. Do
not allow cleaning solution to seep into the narrow opening in the cover, where
it may come into contact with the scanner. Do not scratch or damage the mirror
during cleaning
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Important: BioTek Instruments, Inc. recommends the use of decontamination
solutions and methods based on our knowledge of the instrument and
recommendations of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Neither BioTek nor the CDC assumes any liability for the adequacy of these
solutions and methods. Each laboratory must ensure that decontamination
procedures are adequate for the biohazard(s) they handle
Required Materials
For routine cleaning and decontaminating:
l Dish soap or other mild cleaner
l Deionized or distilled water
l Clean, lint-free disposable towels
BioTek Instruments, Inc.
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