Effects of Processing Chemicals
Soiling
Effects
The following substances can damage
the elastomer components (hoses and
seals) and, in some cases, the plastic
components of the lab washer:
– oils, waxes, aromatic and
unsaturated hydrocarbons,
– softeners,
– cosmetics, hygiene and skin care
products such as creams (analysis
and filling sections).
The following substances can cause
excessive foaming during washing and
rinsing:
– agents such as disinfection agents,
dish detergents, etc.
– reagents for analysis, e.g. for
microtitration plates,
– cosmetics, hygiene and skin care
products such as creams (analysis
and filling sections).
– foaming substances in general, for
instance tensides.
The following substances can cause
corrosion of the stainless steel in the
wash compartment and accessories:
– hydrochloric acid,
– other substances that contain
chloride, e.g. sodium chloride, etc.
– conc. sulphuric acid,
– chromic acid,
– iron particles.
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Action
– Retrofit the lab washer with more
grease-resistant elastomers.
– Depending on what the lab washer is
used for, periodically wipe the lower
door seal with a lint-free cloth or
sponge.
Clean the wash compartment and
accessories without a load using the
ORGANICA program.
– To process the load, use the
program "OIL" (if available) or use the
special program with metering of
tenside cleaners..
– First rinse the load with a sufficient
quantity of water.
– Select a wash program with one or
more short pre-rinses with cold or
warm water.
– Taking the specific application into
account, add an antifoaming agent,
one without silicone oils if possible.
– First rinse the load with a sufficient
quantity of water.
– Let the load drip dry before putting it
on the carts, baskets and inserts and
placing in the lab washer.