Maintenance
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13 Maintenance
The sections below describe the maintenance work required to ensure optimal and smooth
operation of the device.
If increased wear is found during regular checks, the required maintenance intervals should
be shortened in accordance with the actual wear occurrences. Contact Bruker in the event of
questions regarding maintenance work and intervals (see Contact [}83]).
Interval Maintenance Work Reference
Daily Clean the working area Laboratory SOP
As needed Clean outer shell of the device
Update firmware
Table13.1: Maintenance Schedule for Laboratory Personnel
13.1 Cleaning
13.1.1 Before Cleaning
1. Stop all experiments.
2. Power down the electronics cabinet.
3. Disconnect the mains power cable.
13.1.2 Cleaning the Outer Shell of the Device
Do not use any detergent or other cleaning solvents. Use only water or neutral cleaning
fluids. Usage of volatile cleaners like thinner, benzine or acetone may damage the surface of
the units.
• Do not disassembly the device for cleaning.
• Clean only the outer shell of the device with a lint-free cloth dampened in water.
13.1.3 Other Cleaning Operations
For all other cleaning operations contact Bruker service for advice and support. It may be
necessary to send in the device for a cleaning service.
No special precautions have been taken in the device to avoid contamination from leaking
samples. Bruker accepts no responsibility for any damage which may occur when samples
are used containing radioactive or other hazardous materials.
In case of an accident with toxic, radioactive, explosive, or biologically active substances, the
device and associated equipment must be cleaned in such a way that no danger emanates
from the device and associated equipment, especially for all uninformed personnel. If a
device has to be cleaned of all remains of a substance for safety reasons, contact Bruker
service for advice and support.
Note that in serious cases it may be necessary for the owner to exchange the device with a
new one, contact Bruker service for details.