Roche 9180 - Disinfection; Maintenance

Roche Diagnostics
Instructions for Use · Version 10.0 131
9180 Electrolyte Analyzer 9 Maintenance
Maintenance
Maintenance
WARNING
Infection and injury due to contact with used components
Contact with some used components, such as the fill port, pump tubing and SnapPak, may
lead to biohazardous contamination, resulting in personal injury and/or infection.
r Treat these components as infectious waste. Dispose of the system and consumables
according to the local regulations. For more information, contact your Roche Service
representative.
r Wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
r Take extra care when working with protective gloves. They can easily be pierced or cut,
leading to infection.
r If any biohazardous material is spilled, wipe it up immediately and apply a disinfectant.
r If waste comes into contact with your skin, wash the affected area immediately with
soap and water and apply a disinfectant. Consult a physician.
Disinfection
WARNING
Inappropriate handling and disposal of used disinfectants may cause infection
and environmental harm
Disinfectants used on the analyzer may contain traces of infectious waste. Inappropriate
handling of used disinfectants may lead to the transmission of blood or urine borne
pathogens. In addition, inappropriate disposal may contaminate the environment.
r Treat used disinfectants as biohazardous waste and dispose it according to the local
regulations. For more information, contact your Roche Service representative.
r Wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
The purpose of this procedure is to minimize the risk of infection when replacing
items that were in contact with blood.
Perform these disinfection procedures regularly.
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Do not use alcohol-based disinfectants or disinfectant sprays. Do not use any type of
bleaching agent other than Deproteinizer.
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Clean electrical contacts with a clean, dry or moist cloth. Do not use Deproteinizer or other
disinfectants on electrical contacts.