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9 Cleaning and Maintenance
The VerifyNow Instrument does not require frequent maintenance by the user. However, it is important
to perform light cleaning and simple maintenance on a routine basis in order to maintain the reliability of
the VerifyNow instrument. Table 9-1 lists a recommended cleaning schedule.
Table 9‑1 Recommended Instrument Cleaning Schedule
Inspection / Maintenance
Bi-weekly
(every other week)
Monthly Annually
Use the cleaning device (see Section 9.1) X
Clean exterior surfaces (see Section 9.2) X
Replace the fanlter (see Section 9.3) X
The recommended cleaning schedule should be used as a general guideline. Consider adjusting the
schedule based on the environmental conditions in the room. Refer to the Preventive Maintenance
Kit Instructions for Use for specic details regarding use of the cleaning device and fan lter
replacement.
9.1 Use the Cleaning Device
Depending on the room conditions, small amounts of dust and debris may build up on the pneumatic
port connection of the instrument. A single use, disposable cleaning device is provided to remove
this debris. It consists of a clear plastic component with an adhesive strip. Use the cleaning device to
remove debris from a pneumatic port connection inside the test device port according to the following
procedure:
CAUTION: Excessive use of cleaning devices can damage the
instrument. Cleaning more often than once a week is not recommended,
unless prompted at the display screen.
Materials
• Preventive Maintenance Kit (Accumetrics Catalog No. 85062, 13/pack)
Procedure
1. Locate the cleaning device pack, and remove cleaning device from pouch (Figure 9-1).
Figure 9‑1 Cleaning Device
NOTE: Accumetrics recommends you have at least
3 cleaning devices on hand for routine use. Refer to
the Appendix for ordering information.
2. Grasp the cleaning deviceusingthengergrip and remove the opaque tape strip. Discard the
tape.