64 | Chapter 4: Maintenance
Decontamination
Any laboratory instrument that has been used for research or clinical analysis is
considered a biohazard and requires decontamination prior to handling.
Decontamination minimizes the risk to all who come into contact with the
instrument during shipping, handling, and servicing. Decontamination is required
by the U.S. Department of Transportation regulations. Persons performing the
decontamination process must be familiar with the basic setup and operation of the
instrument.
The recommended frequency for decontamination is at least monthly, and before
storage or shipment.
n Important! BioTek Instruments, Inc. recommends the use of the following
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 biohazards they handle.
Warning! Internal Voltage. Turn off and unplug the instrument for all
decontamination operations.
n Do not immerse the instrument, spray it with liquid, or use a dripping-wet
cloth. Do not allow the cleaning solution to run into the interior of the
instrument. If this happens, contact the BioTek TAC.
n Wear prophylactic gloves when handling contaminated instruments. Gloved
hands should be considered contaminated at all times; keep gloved hands away
from eyes, mouth, nose, and ears. Eating and drinking while decontaminating
instruments is not advised.
n 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 performing the decontamination
procedure.
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