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50152755 Fisherbrand
Chapter 9
Final Disinfection
1. Spray the specimen chamber surfaces and the internals removed from this chamber again
with disinfectant, or wipe them down.
2. Let the disinfectant work on the surfaces/internals as detailed in the manufacturer’s
instructions.
3. Re-install the internals in the specimen chamber.
NOTE
Recommendations for decontamination
The user should be familiar with the internationally recognized “Laboratory Biosafety
Manual” (from the World Health Organization (WHO)) and with national, pertinent
recommendations. These manuals/recommendations provide information about
decontaminants, their use, dilution, properties and possible applications.
Bio-hazard
Be sure to determine the current operating condition of the incubator before you open
the door!
Under specific circumstances, there is a risk that bacteria, viruses, fungi, prions, and
other biological substances survive.
Decontamination must be performed immediately if any biohazardous material is
spilled in or on the incubator.