8. Cleaning & Maintenance
2004-11
Operating Manual for the LS Series Scanner No. 30001798 Rev. No. 1.5
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8. Cleaning
&
Maintenance
8.1 Introduction
Caution
Ensure that the sample is removed from the instrument before it is
prepared for shipment. If a sample is left in the instrument, liquids may
spill onto the optical parts and damage the instrument.
The cleaning and maintenance procedures are important in order to prolong the
instrument's life and to reduce the need for servicing.
This section contains the following procedures:
•
Liquid Spills
•
Replacing the Fuse
•
Instrument Disinfection
8.2 Liquid
Spills
1. Wipe up the spill immediately with absorbent material.
2. Dispose of contaminated material appropriately.
3. Clean the instrument surfaces with a mild detergent.
4. For biohazard spills, clean with a 5-10 % solution of bleach in
de-ionized water.
5. Wipe cleaned areas dry.
