MAINTENANCE & SUPPLIES, As Needed
Sysmex SF-3000 Operator's Manual -- Revised September 1995 5-45
7.7 Replace Waste Container (if used)
When the waste container is full, replace the container as described below.
WARNING! The waste container and contents should be considered potentially
biohazardous. Do not handle the waste container without proper
protective equipment. Wear rubber gloves when replacing. Wash
your hands with an antiseptic solution after completing the
procedure.
(1) Turn OFF the power to the Main Unit. Wait at least 30 seconds to release the
pressure and vacuum accumulated in the pneumatic lines.
(2) Prepare an empty waste container, and remove the cap.
CAUTION: If using a used reagent container as the waste container, clearly
indicate that the container contains waste fluid.
(3) Remove the adhesive tape holding the waste line tubing onto the waste container
(see Figure 5-7-25). Carefully lift the tubing straight out from the old container.
Waste
Tubing
Adhesive Tape
Figure 5-7-25: Waste Container
(4) Insert the tubing straight into the new waste container, and fix it with an adhesive
tape.
(5) Use the cap removed in step (2) above to cap the full container. Dispose the waste
in accordance with your laboratory policy and existing hospital, laboratory, and
government regulations.
(6) Record the replacement on the maintenance check list.