6 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE AquaLab TDL
2. Clean the TDL
(a) Wrap a NEW Kimwipe around the end of the spatula and
moisten it with cleaning solution.
(b) WASH — Swipe the moistened Kimwipe across the TDL
emitter and detector lense once. (A single swipe is usually
sufficient to remove contaminants.)
(c) RINSE — Repeat steps a through b using new Kimwipes
moistened with deionized water instead of cleaning solu-
tion.
(d) DRY — Repeat steps a through b using a new, dry Kimwipes
to help remove any moisture remaining from the cleaning.
(e) Visually inspect the components for cleanliness. Clean
again if necessary.
3. Clean the IR Sensor
(a) Wrap a new Kimwipe around the end of the spatula and
moisten it with cleaning solution.
(b) WASH — Swipe the moistened Kimwipe across IR Sensor.
(A single swipe across the sensor is usually sufficient to
remove contaminants.)
(c) RINSE — Repeat steps a through b using new Kimwipes
moistened with deionized water instead of cleaning solu-
tion.
(d) DRY — Repeat steps a through b but use a new, dry
Kimwipe to help remove any moisture remaining from the
cleaning.
(e) Visually inspect the IR Sensor for cleanliness. Clean again
if necessary.
4. Additional Drying Time
(a) Visually inspect the sample chamber and sensors for con-
taminants, including moisture. If necessary, repeat the
cleaning process using new Kimwipes.
(b) Let stand for at least five minutes to ensure the sample
chamber is dry.
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