7 maintenance, 1 cleaning, 2 decontamination before shipment – Eppendorf Maxipettor 4720 User Manual
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Maintenance
Varipette
®
4720
English (EN)
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Regularly check the precision and accuracy of the Varipette to prevent dispensing errors.
An SOP (Standard Operation Procedure) for checking pipettes can be found on our
website www.eppendorf.com.
The settings must be adjusted for such liquids whose physical properties substantially
differ from those of water.
7
Maintenance
7.1
Cleaning
Proceed as follows:
To remove any contamination on the outside, dampen a soft cloth with a mild detergent
and wipe the housing.
Wipe the housing with isopropanol (70%) to disinfect the Varipette. wipe.
7.2
Decontamination before shipment
If you wish to return the device to Eppendorf AG or an Eppendorf AG service partner to be
checked or repaired, please note the following:
Hazardous substances are:
• solutions presenting a hazard to health
• potentially infectious agents
• organic solvents and reagents
• radioactive substances
• proteins presenting a hazard to health
• DNA
NOTICE! Damage to device from unsuitable cleaning fluids or sharp or pointed
objects.
Unsuitable cleaning fluids can damage the device.
Never use corrosive cleaning fluids, strong solvents or abrasive polishes.
Check the compatibility with the materials used.
Do not clean the device with acetone or organic solvents with a similar effect.
Do not clean the device with sharp objects.
CAUTION! Use of a contaminated device may result in personal injuries and
damage to the device.
Clean and decontaminate the device in accordance with the cleaning
instructions before shipping or storage.