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TELEDYNE ELECTRONIC TECHNOLOGIES
Analytical Instruments
SECTION THREE CLEANING AND STERILISATION

3.1 CLEANING THE TED 191 PORTABLE OXYGEN MONITOR

The instrument itself should be cleaned using a damp cloth. In the event of an excessive
build-up of dirt, a mild alcohol solution (isopropyl) may be used t o wipe over the instrument,
which should be allowed to air-dry afterwards. In extreme cases, the monitor casing may be
cleaned using a mild detergent.
Note: The Accurox Oxygen monitor cannot be liquid sterilised or autoclaved –
irreparable damage may result.

3.2 STERILISING THE T-7 OXYGEN SENSOR AND CONNECTING CABLE

The T-7 oxygen sensors and connecting cables used on the instrument m ay be gas
sterilised using low temperature ethylene oxide. A vacuum must not be drawn on the
sensor during the sterilisation process.