Biotek Epoch 2 - Maintenance Procedures; Maintenance Schedule and Surface Cleaning

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Epoch 2 Instructions for Use 1771011 Revision A BioTek Instruments, Inc.
Maintenance
Schedule
Task
Frequency
Clean external surfaces
As needed
Inspect/clean touchscreen
As needed
Decontamination
Before shipment or storage
Clean Exposed Surfaces
Materials
• Deionized or distilled water
• Mild detergent
• Clean, lint-free cotton cloths
• Protective gloves
• Lab coat
• Biohazard trash bags
• Safety glasses
• Surgical mask
Procedure
1. Eject the plate carrier and then turn off and unplug the instrument.
2. Moisten a clean cotton cloth with water, or with water and mild detergent. Wring out
the cloth so that liquid does not drip from it. Do not soak the cloth.
3. Wipe the plate carrier, the inside of the plate carrier door, and all exposed surfaces of
the instrument.
4. If the reader is equipped with a cuvette holder, remove the holder and clean its
exposed surfaces.
5. If detergent was used, wipe all surfaces with a cloth moistened, not soaked, with
water.
6. Use a clean, dry, lint-free cloth to dry all wet surfaces.
If liquid is spilled inside the reader, contact BioTek Technical Assistance Center.