C.B.S. Scientific FCU-1000 - Manual (Page 17)

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3.7. Cleaning the System After Use.
• The membranes are meant to be disposed of after use according to the biosafety guidelines of
your institute.
• The durable parts of the system (chamber, tubing, connectors, Respirator, etc...) can be de-
contaminated by placing them in a solution of 10% bleach for 20 minutes. Tubing can either be
disposed of outright or flushed with a bleach solution if re-use is desired. Avoid using alcohols,
uv or other harsh cleaners as they may adversely affect the surfaces. After soaking in bleach,
be sure to rinse each part very well with sterile RO water.
• For further cleaning (recommended), a solution containing lab detergent (e.g. Alconox) can be
used at the manufacturer’s recommended strength followed by thorough rinsing with distilled
water.
• The components of the system can be sterilized either by gamma irradiation or ethylene oxide
treatment. DO NOT AUTOCLAVE.