Alik:GENERAL LAB MAINTENANCE PROTOCOLS (-80 Freezer Maintenance)
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Overview
These instructions are usedfor cleaning the filter (~3-6 months) & cleaning ice from the insdie door. Replace this sentence with a brief description of the protocol and its goal.
Materials
- -80 Freezer
- Water
Procedure
Cleaning the Filter
- Open panel on the bottom front of freezer
- Remove the filter
- Remove dirt/debris by beating (outside)
- Rinse filter with water
- Replace
Cleaning Ice from Inside Doors
- Scrape ice off of inside doors, focusing on the area where the outside door
seals (build up of ice prevents door from sealing)
- eppendorf tube holder is effective for scraping off doors
- lab marker is effective for scraping off seal area