After the hatch has been completed, the incubator box and tray should be brushed clean of all debris and dust. The cleaned surfaces should be wiped thoroughly with a cloth dampened in quaternary ammonium, clorox, or other disinfectant. Follow the directions of the manufacturer carefully.
1. Clean the incubator immediately after using.
- Remove all loose shells and dry matter.
- Clean egg tray and water pans.
- Soak in warm water with mild bleach or disinfectant, if necessary.
- Scrub off all adhering dirt with brush.
- Wipe plastic clean with soft cloth and glass cleaner.
- Clean bottom of incubator
- DO NOT use chemical cleaners.Some chemical cleaners will melt Styrofoam. Many plastic and foam bottoms will absorb the chemicals, which may kill the embryos in the future.
- Soak in a warm 25 percent bleach/water solution and wipe clean with a cloth.
- You can scrub most plastic bottoms with a brush.
- Clean the heating element and other electrical units.
- DO NOT touch or get the element wet.
- Brush wafers gently with a soft brush to remove the dust.
2. Store the incubator in a protective carton.
3. Store the incubator in a cool dry location.
4. Prevent excessive movement. Each time the incubator is moved, it increases the chance of the element or wafers being damaged.
