Roche 9180 - Recommended Disinfectants

Roche Diagnostics
132 Instructions for Use · Version 10.0
9 Maintenance 9180 Electrolyte Analyzer
Disinfection
WARNING
Operating the analyzer or plugging the analyzer into a power source after
disinfection may result in electrical shock or fire
Disinfectants may need up to 15 minutes to evaporate from the components and surfaces
of the analyzer. Plugging the analyzer into a power source and/or operating the analyzer
before the disinfectant has evaporated may cause an electrical shock or fire.
r Turn off the analyzer and disconnect it from its power source before disinfection.
r Allow 15 minutes for the disinfectant to evaporate before plugging in and restarting the
analyzer.
Regularly disinfect the following parts of the instrument:
o Sample probe mechanism, consisting of the sample probe and the fill port
u Clean sample probe and fill port (p. 135).
o Surfaces of the instrument
u Cleaning surfaces of the analyzer (p. 136).
o All areas which can become contaminated with biological liquids
Recommended disinfectants
Surfaces Protein remover (Deproteinizer)
o Potential dangers
Local irritation to the skin, eyes, and mucous membranes is possible due to its
alkaline and oxidizing nature.
o First Aid measures
After inhalation: breathe fresh air, drink large amounts of water.
After skin contact: wash with generous amounts of water, remove contaminated
clothing.
After eye contact: rinse eyes with generous amounts of water, contact an eye
doctor.
After drinking: drink large amounts of water, avoid vomiting, contact a doctor.
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Deproteinizer is the only suitable bleaching agent for disinfecting the analyzer.
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Clean electrical contacts with a clean, dry or moist cloth. Do not use Deproteinizer or other
disinfectants on electrical contacts.