Cleaning Modules

Scope

This procedure should be performed each time a module is returned.

Tools Required

  • None

Materials Required

  • 2.5%–3.5% sodium hypochlorite solution
  • 70% ethanol
  • DI water
  • Bench pad
  • Lint free towel

Difficulty Level and Approximate Time Required

  • Approximately 10 minutes

Cleaning Procedure

Note—Remember to always change gloves frequently and when moving from Dirty to Clean.
  1. Find a clean working surface area.
    Put on clean gloves.
  2. Wipe work area with 2.5%–3.5% sodium hypochlorite solution. Allow the solution to contact surfaces for at least one minute.
  3. Follow with a deionized water (DI) rinse or wipe. Do not allow the sodium hypochlorite solution to dry.
  4. Dry the area with a lint free towel.
  5. Lay down a customer-provided bench pad on work area.
    Change gloves.
  6. Remove the module to be repaired or replaced from the system.
  7. Place module on the padded work area.
  8. Wipe the exposed surface of the module with 2.5%–3.5% sodium hypochlorite solution. Allow the solution to contact surfaces for at least one minute.
  9. Follow with a deionized water (DI) rinse or wipe. Do not allow the sodium hypochlorite solution to dry.
  10. Dry the module with a lint free towel.
  11. For modules with metal surfaces, clean with 70% ethanol.
    Change gloves.
  12. Replace new or repaired module back into system.
    Change gloves.
  13. Discard gloves, bench pad, and waste in a biohazard waste container or according to laboratory procedures.