- PROCEDURE:
- CLEANING PROCEDURE:
- Air sampler housing:
- The external surface of the air sampler should be cleaned with commercial disinfectant solution or 70 % isopropanol/water solution).
- Spray the cleaning solution directly on the instrument then wipe with a sterile towel or spray the towel, then wipe. All cleaning/disinfectant solution should be removed/wiped dry properly before using the air sampler.
- Sampling head:
- The perforated lid and dust cover can be autoclaved for 20 minutes at 121 °C. In case of dirt/blocked holes of the perforated lid: clean them with a needle, or by using an ultrasonic bath.
- Note: Always cover the perforated lid with the dust cover when the air sampler is not in use.
- Note: The heads should not be allowed to hit on each other.