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7 Mixing Biocontainer Drainage and Disposal
After the mixing process is completed, the mixing biocontainers contents may be drained and the empty mixing
biocontainer responsibly disposed of. The following general guidelines apply and should be used in conjunction
with all safety and environmental regulations appropriate for the process and location.
1. To discharge the mixing biocontainer, connect the drain hose to an appropriate receptacle then
open the drain tubing clamp. If fitted, the EZ Drain valve should be opened by pushing the locking
collar upwards until it clicks, then pushing up on the blue BarbLock to open the drain and pulling
the locking collar down again to lock it (Figure 21).
Figure 21
Moving from closed to open (allows fluid flow)
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2. After the bag has drained, any residual liquid can be recovered by gently lifting the bag so as to direct the
residual liquid to the drain.
3. Close all clamps and detach the mixing biocontainer from all external connections, detach the mixer drive,
remove the EZ Drain clip (if used) then carefully lift the empty mixing biocontainer out of the tank.
4. Place the shipping disc (removed during mixing biocontainer installation) over the impeller fitment to
secure the impeller and prevent it from being attracted to external steel objects.
5. Dispose of the mixing biocontainer according to applicable EH&S policies and regulations. Incineration is a
popular method of disposal because the temperatures involved will de-magnetize the impeller and
shipping shell.
8 Maintenance and Care
Mixing tanks are designed to operate with minimal maintenance.
To clean, wipe down the tank surfaces using water and a mild detergent solution. Standard tanks are constructed
from 304-alloy stainless steel, which may be vulnerable to corrosion if exposed to corrosive chemicals or if left in in
persistent contact with moisture. Appropriate precautions should be taken to prevent such corrosion. If corrosive
conditions are routinely anticipated, end users should consider opting for tank systems constructed from 316-alloy
stainless steel (available from Pall upon request).
It is recommended that heating/cooling fluid be drained completely from the jacket (if fitted) before transporting
or storing the tank for long periods of time.
Tanks with integral load cell systems should be periodically checked for correct operation in accordance with the
user organization’s Quality policies.
Return the tank to its original crate, with supplied bracing in place, prior to shipping.
Periodic maintenance is recommended to keep the tank in reliable working condition. Recommended preventive
maintenance procedures are listed in Table 5.