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Element DC5X
Veterinary Chemistry Analyzer
Section 6: Maintenance
To keep the performance of the Element DC5X at its best, users must perform daily and periodic maintenance, and designated
repair personnel must perform maintenance. When repairs are necessary, contact Heska Technical Support Services.
WARNING
When you clean the analyzer, always wear gloves, a lab coat, and safety goggles.
If you accidentally touch a contaminant, immediately rinse the contaminated area thoroughly under running water.
CAUTION
Refer to each section for information about usable solvents for cleaning and decontamination.
CAUTION
Do not use alcohol to clean the sampler cover (translucent). Otherwise, the surface will be damaged.
IMPORTANT
If you do not perform the periodic maintenance in the manual, the analyzer’s performance and specifications will not be
maintained, which may negatively affect the measurement values.
IMPORTANT
Be sure to reassemble the parts removed for maintenance and tighten thumbscrews securely. Otherwise, measurement
values may be negatively affected.
NOTE: If the LCD (touch panel section) becomes soiled, use a soft cloth or a cloth soaked in a small amount of isopropyl
alcohol to lightly wipe it.
NOTE: When cleaning the outer covers of the equipment, wipe using a soft cloth moistened with water or isopropyl alcohol
for disinfection (excluding the sampler cover).