hygiena SS100BPWP Environmental Sample Collection Sponges with Stick User Manual
- June 3, 2024
- Hygiena
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hygiena SS100BPWP Environmental Sample Collection Sponges with Stick
Stick SpongeTM
Environmental Sample Collection Sponges with Stick Part No: SS100BPWP(G), SS100LETP(G), SS100NBP(G), SS100DEP(G)
**Description / Intended Use
**
Stick Sponge enables convenient collection of environmental samples. An easy- release stick with a twist-off handle is attached to a sponge in a sterile bag. The stick allows for easy access to tight areas and crevices without having to directly handle the sponge. The sponge is available pre-moistened with 10 mL of various diluents. After sample collection, twist off the handle to release the sponge into bag. The tie-off bag is then sealed and the sample is ready for delivery to laboratory.
Required Materials (Not Provided):
- Sterile gloves (if applicable)
- Sterile media e.g.,
- Buffered Peptone Water
- Letheen Broth
- Neutralizing Buffer
- D/E Neutralizing Broth
Directions:
- Sample bag may be labeled with a permanent marker for identification. If gloves are included, aseptically put on gloves.
- Remove tear-off strip.
- Keeping hands outside the bag, carefully guide the handle to the top of the bag. Carefully take Stick Sponge by handle to remove from bag.
- Swab a 12 x 12 in (30 x 30 cm) area of interest.
- Apply sufficient pressure to create flex in stick handle.
- Swipe entire area of interest horizontally.
- Turn Stick Sponge over and swipe same area vertically.
- Finally, use the sides of the sponge to swipe area diagonally in each direction.
- Return Stick Sponge to the bag. Do not insert past the thumb stop. Hold the sponge from the outside of the bag and twist off the handle by turning counter-clockwise.
- Roll top of the bag over three times and fold in tabs to seal. The sample is ready for delivery to the laboratory.
Storage & Shelf Life
- Store at room or refrigerated temperatures (2 – 25 °C).
- Do not freeze.
- Check expiration date on packaging.
Disposal: Used devices confirming positive results should be treated as a biohazard and incinerated, autoclaved or soaked in 20% bleach solution for a minimum of 1 hour before disposal.
Safety & Precautions
Components of Sponge devices do not pose any health risk when used correctly. Used devices confirming positive results may be a biohazard and should be disposed of safely in compliance with Good Laboratory Practice and Health and Safety Regulations. Do not use devices after the expiration date.
- Sponges are designed for single use. Do not reuse.
- Do not use devices after the expiration date.
- Sampling should be done aseptically to avoid cross-contamination.
- For further safety instructions, refer to Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
Hygiena® Liability:
Hygiena will not be liable to user or others for any loss or damage whether
direct or indirect, incidental or consequential from use of this device. If
this product is proven to be defective, Hygiena’s sole obligation will be to
replace product or at its discretion, refund the purchase price. Promptly
notify Hygiena within 5 days of discovery of any suspected defect and return
the product to Hygiena. Please contact Customer Service for a Returned Goods
authorization number.
Contact Information
If more information is required, please visit us at www.hygiena.com or contact us at:
- Hygiena – Americas Phone: 805.388.8007 Email: [email protected]
- Hygiena – International Phone: +44 (0) 1923 818821 Email: [email protected]