VETSCAN SA USER’S MANUAL
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Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance
Frequency
Software reminder
Cleaner Reagent Cycle
Once per week
Yes. Prompts user to complete
Cleaner cycle before running a new
test.
Kit Change
Depends on reagent usage
Yes. Reagent kit or individual rinse
depleted warning.
Empty Waste Container
Depends on reagent usage
Yes. Reagent waste full warning.
Clean Fan Filter
As needed
No. Check periodically.
It is recommended to complete daily cleaning around the analyzer including wiping off any
sample spills. All VETSCAN SA external component parts should be kept clean. The outside and
inside of the sample probe will be automatically cleaned with Rinse A after each use. Rinse B will
be run automatically every midnight also.
Do not use the following chemicals to clean VETSCAN SA parts. Exposure to these chemicals
may cause plastic parts to crack, craze, etch, or warp.
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Alcohols
o Methanol
o Ethanol
o Isopropyl alcohol
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Chlorinated hydrocarbons
o Chloroform
o Carbon tetrachloride
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Aromatic hydrocarbons
o Benzene
o Phenol
o Acetone
Do not use abrasive or highly alkaline cleaners (example: undiluted bleach) on VETSCAN
SA parts. Do not expose VETSCAN SA parts to temperature > 140 °F (60 °C). Do not sterilize
VETSCAN SA parts by autoclaving or dry heat.
