116  Operating Instructions Combics Indicators
  Care and Maintenance
Care and Maintenance
Service
Regular servicing by a Sartorius technician will extend the service life of your device 
and ensure its continued weighing accuracy. Sartorius offers its customers service 
contracts with regular maintenance intervals ranging from one month to two years. 
The frequency of the maintenance intervals depends on the operating conditions 
and the operator's tolerance requirements.
Repairs
2
  Disconnect the power supply to the defective equipment immediately (unplug the 
power cord from the mains supply). Repair work must be performed by author-
ized Sartorius service technicians using original spare parts. Repairs performed by 
untrained persons may result in considerable hazards for the user. 
2
  If a cable or cable gland is damaged or defective, replace the cable as a complete 
unit with all its connectors.
2
  Do not open the indicator while it is carrying current. Wait at least 10 seconds 
after disconnecting it from power before beginning to open the equipment. Proper 
fi tting of all surfaces is essential for the IP rating of the housing; for this reason 
the device must be opened and closed by a certifi ed technician.
Cleaning
Indicators are designed in compliance with European Hygienic Equipment Design 
Group (EHEDG) directives on suitable measures to avoid contamination, so that they 
are particularly easy to clean and disinfect.
2
  Disconnect the power supply to the indicator (unplug the power cord from the 
mains supply). If necessary, disconnect the data cable.
2
  Make sure that no liquid enters the indicator.
2
  Do not use aggressive cleaning agents (solvents or similar agents).
2
  Do not spray the device with water or blow with compressed air.
t    Clean the indicator with a cloth lightly moistened with a soap solution.
  For use in the food industry, use a cleaning agent suitable for that particular 
working environment.
t  Wipe the indicator with a soft, dry cloth.