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 Possible electrical shock: Turn off and unplug Sofia 2 prior to cleaning. Do not clean
the ports on the back of the instrument.
 Do not immerse or spray Sofia 2 in liquid.
 Do not clean the underside of the instrument.
Turn off and unplug Sofia 2 before cleaning. Use a soft cloth with 70% alcohol or 0.6%
bleach solution to clean exterior of Sofia 2. Do not use soap or other solutions except those
noted below. Wipe the external surfaces and cassette drawer only.
Removing the Drawer for Cleaning
Ensure that there is no cassette in the drawer and unplug Sofia 2. Gently pull drawer out
until it stops, then lift up Sofia 2 and press the button as shown (Figure 24). The drawer can
then be removed.
Figure 24
Use a soft cloth with 70% alcohol or 0.6% bleach solution to clean the drawer only. Do NOT
clean the interior of Sofia 2. Do NOT submerge drawer in cleaning solution.
After cleaning the drawer, insert it carefully aligning the rails of the drawer into the tracks of
Sofia 2 (Figure 25).
Note: The following disinfectants identified in EPA’s list of disinfectants for use against
Ebola virus have been found by Quidel to be compatible for use with Sofia 2:
• Clorox Healthcare; Bleach Germicidal Cleaner (EPA Reg #: 56392-7)
• Clorox Commercial Solutions; Clean-Up Disinfectant Cleaner with Bleach 1 (EPA
Reg #: 67619-17)
• Clorox Healthcare; Bleach Germicidal Wipes (EPA Reg #: 67619-12)
Note: If resistance is met, do not force. Apply slightly more pressure to release the catch.