Dako Hybridizer - Manual (Page 30)

30 Dako Hybridizer | Handbook
Section 6 | Maintenance
Overview
Dako recommends that instrument operators perform periodic inspections and preventative maintenance
on Hybridizer. Contact Dako’s Customer Service if the Hybridizer is not functioning properly.
CAUTION - Unplug Hybridizer from the wall outlet before performing maintenance.
WARNING - Do not expose Hybridizer to strong or concentrated acids, bases, esters,
aromatic or halogenated hydrocarbons, ketones or strong oxidizing agents.
Cleaning
The Hybridizer is supplied with a removable slide-locating bar. To remove, pull locator back releasing the
top from its holder (the locator is spring loaded to hold it in position). Lift slide-locator up and remove from
spring holder at bottom. Set on bench top. Clean the outside surfaces and switch overlay panel with a
water-dampened cloth and mild detergent. Remove Humidity Control Strips before start of inner
instrument cleaning. Clean the inner surface with a mild detergent, and if necessary, a disinfectant, wiping
surfaces with a dampened cloth using 70% alcohol or 10% bleach solution.
Service
There are no user-serviceable parts except for fuses and the rubber seal in the lid. Refer all other service
to qualified Dako service personnel. Reference the Dako Warranty for further instruction.
Change fuses – fuses located in rear of Hybridizer between main power plug and On/Off switch.
Unplug the Hybridizer. Use a small flat screwdriver to carefully disengage the two snap-locks securing the
fuse holder. Remove the fuse holder and inspect type and value of fuse. Replace both fuses with same
type and value. Insert fuse holder and push until two snaps are heard.
Change lid seal (S2453) – remove existing lid seal from the groove in the lid underside. Insert new
seal. Be sure it is properly seated in the groove.
Note: Decontamination before returning for service
Any instrument or accessory containing accumulated blood and/or other biological or chemical deposits
must be cleaned prior to shipment to the manufacturer/dealer for service. This decontamination is
required by Federal Law (Title 48 and 49 of the Federal Regulations) and in accordance with the
Environmental Protection Agency’s Regulations for Biohazard Waste Management. Dako personnel
cannot perform this decontamination.