Bio-Rad Peelable Foil Heat Seal - Manual (Page 14)

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PX1 PCR Plate Sealer Maintenance
Periodically remove any debris, dirt, or residues that might interfere with proper instrument
function or present a chemical, biological, or radiological hazard. For instructions on
handling and cleaning radioactive or biohazardous materials, consult the guidelines for
radiation safety and biosafety provided by your institution.
Cleaning Outer Instrument Parts
Turn off and unplug instrument. Allow instrument to cool for at least one hour.
External Casing
1. Use a damp cloth or tissue to clean spills off the outside of the case. Use a 10%
bleach solution or 70% ethanol solution for decontamination.
2. Allow casing to dry completely before rebooting the instrument .
Touch Screen
1. Gently clean the screen with any approved LCD cleaning agent.
2. Allow screen to dry completely before rebooting the instrument .
External ventilation slots
Remove dust and debris with a soft brush, damp cloth, or vacuum cleaner.
Cleaning the Platen
The platen (Figure 3) was designed with a nonstick surface to facilitate cleaning. This
feature makes it easy to remove seals accidently placed upside down during sealing.
1. Turn off and unplug the instrument.
2. Wait at least one hour for the instrument to completely cool.
Caution: The platen may retain heat for more
than one hour.
– Bio-Rad recommends cleaning the platen when the drawer remains on its tracks.
If this is too difficult, see the Removing the Drawer section.
3. If removing an upside down seal, gently pull the seal off the platen once the platen
has fully cooled.
4. Wipe the platen with a paper towel or lint-free wipe dampened slightly with water.
Any adhesive or melted plastic on the platen should easily wipe away.
Note: Never use abrasives or sharp-edged objects to clean the platen as they may
damage the nonstick surface.
5. Allow the instrument to dry.
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