Bio-Rad xMark™ Microplate Absorbance Spectrophotometer - Manual (Page 16)

xMark Microplate Spectrophotometer User Manual
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3.4 Incubator Controls
The incubator in the xMark is controlled from within Microplate Manager.
The incubator set point is set from within Microplate Manager.
4. Disinfection Procedure
All parts of this instrument that can come in contact with patient sera or positive samples must be
handled as hazardous items. Bio-Rad Laboratories recommends using gloves when performing
maintenance or working with the instrument.
¾ It is very important that the instrument undergo thorough disinfection before performing
maintenance or before physical removal of the instrument from the laboratory. The instrument
must be disinfected before sending to Bio-Rad Laboratories for service. For safety reasons, you
must fill out a Disinfection Certificate and include it with the instrument. Without the
Disinfection Certificate, Bio-Rad Laboratories will not accept any returned instruments.
Bio-Rad Laboratories recommends using a solution of 5% sodium hypochlorite solution (in water).
Authorized persons wearing disposable gloves and protective clothes must perform the disinfection
procedure. The location must possess adequate ventilation.
¾ When disinfecting, be sure to wear disposable gloves.
To disinfect the xMark, use the following procedure:
1. Remove the USB cable, power cord, and any accessories.
2. Clean the outside surface of the instrument carefully with a wad of cotton or a paper towel,
which has been soaked in the 5% sodium hypochlorite solution.
3. Repeat the procedure for the disinfection on all accessories being returned with the instrument.
4. Package instrument, disinfection certificate, and accessories in the original box.