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Warnings & Precautions
Please read the following before performing any maintenance procedures.
Warning! Internal Voltage. Turn off and disconnect the Epoch
from its power supply for all cleaning and decontamination
operations.
Warning! 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.
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.
Important! Do not immerse the instrument, spray it with liquid,
or use a “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.
Routine Cleaning Procedure
Turn off the Epoch and disconnect it from the power supply for
the cleaning procedure.
Purpose
A regular cleaning regimen is recommended to keep the instrument free from dust
and particulates that can cause erroneous readings. Exposed surfaces may be
cleaned (not decontaminated) with a cloth moistened (not soaked) with water or
water and a mild detergent.
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