Chapter 3: Operation
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Procedure: Waste
Full alarm
When the sensor probe detects that the waste cubitainer is full, the
sensor triggers the Waste Full alarm. Occasionally, if fluid
accumulates around the sensor probe, the sensor can trigger the
Waste Full alarm even when the waste cubitainer is not full.
To respond to a Waste Full alarm:
1. Press the Alarm button on the control panel to silence the
alarm.
2. Check the waste cubitainer to determine whether it is full.
3. If the waste cubitainer is full, replace it. See
Otherwise, continue with step 4.
4. Remove the sensor probe from the waste cubitainer.
5. Place the sensor probe into a 500-mL beaker filled with a fresh
10% bleach solution and let the probe soak for a few minutes.
For instructions on preparing the bleach solution, see
Replacing the waste cubitainer (page 27)
.
6. Remove the waste sensor probe from the bleach solution and
carefully dry it off.
7. Replace the waste sensor probe cap assembly onto the waste
cubitainer and tighten.
Caution: Biohazard!
All biological specimens and
materials coming in contact with them are considered
biohazards. Handle as if capable of transmitting
infection and dispose of with proper precautions in
accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.
Wear suitable protective clothing, eyewear, and gloves.
Caution!
Avoid splashing the 10% bleach solution
inside the rim of the cap assembly, which could
saturate the air filter. If this happens, immediately
replace the air filter.
