Shellab SRI20P - Manual (Page 22)

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USER MAINTENANCE
Warning : Prior to any maintenance or service on this unit, disconnect the power cord from the power supply.
Avertissement : Avant d'effectuer toute maintenance ou entretien de cet appareil, débrancher le cordon
secteur de la source d'alimentation.
If a hazardous material/substance has spilled in the incubator immediately initiate your site’s Hazardous
Material Spill Containment protocol. Contact your local Site Safety Officer and follow instructions per the
site policy and procedures.
Periodic cleaning and disinfection are required to prevent microbiological contamination.
C LEANING
Note: The incubator chamber should be cleaned and disinfected prior to use.
Perform the following steps to clean incubator.
1. Remove all of the interior parts (shelves, racks, and any additional items), if assembled.
2. Clean the incubator with a mild soap and water solution, including all corners.
3. Rinse with distilled water and wipe dry with a soft cloth. Do not use deionized water.
4. Take special care when cleaning around the door alarm and temperature sensor heads, and the
chamber’s electrical outlet to prevent damage.
Warning : Never clean the unit with alcohol or flammable cleaners.
Avertissement: Ne jamais nettoyer l'appareil à l'alcool ou avec des nettoyants inflammables.
Note: Do not use spray cleaners or disinfectants that might leak through openings and cracks and coat
electrical components, or that contain solvents that will harm coatings. Do not use chlorine-based
bleaches or abrasives; they will damage the chamber liner.
D ISINFECTING
Disinfect the incubator on a regular basis. Perform the below steps to disinfect the incubator:
1. Remove all of the interior parts (shelves, racks, and any additional items), if assembled. Disinfect
the Incubator, including all corners and the access port, using a suitable disinfectant. Take
special care when cleaning around sensing heads to prevent damage and around the door
gasket so as not to impair the positive seal.
2. Disinfect the incubator using commercially available disinfectants that are non-corrosive, non-
abrasive, and suitable for use on stainless steel, aluminum, painted steel surfaces. Contact your
local Site Safety Officer for detailed information for the proper disinfectants suitable for your
operation and laboratory protocol.