User's Guide

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4. Cleaning the analyzer
If it is necessary to clean the Sentia™ analyzer, it should be wiped
down using a damp cloth or lint-free tissue. If any of the test
samples have left stains or marks on the plastic housings, these may
be removed using a cloth lightly dipped in warm soapy water. Take
care not to allow liquid to directly enter the test strip port.
Spills during sample application or cleaning
The Sentia™ analyzer comes with a protective cap to help prevent
liquid from getting inside the analyzer's strip port during sample
application and cleaning.
After a spill, remove the protective cap and carefully blot up the
excess from the inside of the cap. See the next page for visual
instructions.
If you suspect that liquid has entered the strip port, carefully mop up
the liquid using absorbent, lint-free paper (such as coffee filter
paper). Using a new strip of paper each time, insert the paper into the
strip port until the paper comes out clean.
While cleaning spills, always keep the strip port pointed downwards
to avoid getting liquid into the analyzer.