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Congratulations on your decision to purchase an ATP monitor from Kaivac. This handheld measurement tool is designed to rapidly measure the amount of bio-pollutants on virtually any surface, including floors, sink handles, toilets, dispensers, desk tops and so on. Specifically, it detects and quantifies the level of adenosine triphosphate, or ATP, the universal energy molecule found in all animal, plant, bacteria, yeast and mold cells. The level of ATP gives an effective measure of microorganisms present on a surface. These innovative instruments are commonly used in a number of other industries, including healthcare and food processing, to ensure health through proper sanitation. With ATP monitoring, it’s now possible to establish a quantifiable standard of hygiene that defines when a surface is really clean for different areas throughout your building.
This video is designed to demonstrate the process of using the ATP monitor to measure cleaning effectiveness. While this device is very easy to use, it is a scientific instrument that requires special attention. It is important, therefore, that you understand and follow these instructions carefully to attain quality results.
Your new ATP monitor is extremely easy to use but does require special attention when storing and transporting the device and testing swabs.
To ensure a shelf-life of up to a year, Ultra-Snap swabs should be refrigerated at 35-46°F. Swabs will tolerate room temperature (65-77°F) for 4 weeks, but should be refrigerated when not in use to ensure longevity.
You should always avoid leaving testing device and swabs in temperatures above 77°F for more than 20 minutes.
The cooler included with your ATP Kit helps ensure your Ultra-Snap swabs will remain effective and provide reliable measurements. To transport your meter and swabs, place the ice pack that came with your kit and the Ultra-Snap swabs in one compartment of the cooler. The ATP meter can be placed in the smaller compartment for transportation. The clipboard and Report Form fit in the outside pocket, keeping everything together in a convenient package.
Procedure for use:
To begin testing, remove swabs from cooler and allow 10 minutes at room temperature before using.
Turn on your ATP meter by pressing the red power button. When the unit powers up, it will perform a self-test and calibration process which takes 60 seconds.
After the unit calibrates, remove a fresh Ultra-Snap swab from its swab tube and swab the surface. For flat surfaces, swab a 4”x4” area by rubbing the swab tip back and forth across the surface and again in the perpendicular direction. For irregular surfaces, such as fixture handles and door knobs, swab enough of an area to collect a good sample. For best results, rotate the swab between your fingers while swabbing the surface.
Avoid collecting large amounts of soil on the swab tip which may cause a bad reading. If the tip becomes noticeably dirty it may be necessary to begin the process again with a fresh swab. To avoid contamination, do not touch the swab tip.
If the Ultra-Snap swab is inadvertently activated before swabbing, begin the process again with a fresh swab.
Immediately after swabbing the surface, return the swab to its tube. Snap the end with fluid by bending the bulb in both directions and squeeze until all liquid has been released to the bottom of the swab tube. Holding the tube vertically, shake the swab back and forth for 5 seconds. It is important to keep the swab tube upright to ensure that the liquid reagent comes into contact with the swab tip.
Your swab is now ready to be tested.
Within 60 seconds of activating the swab, open the top of the meter, insert swab tube swab-side down, and close the lid.
Next, hold the ATP Meter in an upright position and immediately press the “OK” button. The meter’s LCD screen will count down from 15 seconds and will then display the ATP reading. When taking a reading, it is important to keep the meter in a vertical position to ensure the liquid reagent is at the bottom of the swab tube.
Once the ATP reading has been displayed, record the location, date, reading and your initials on the included form to begin tracking cleaning effectiveness.
Following these simple directions will ensure you are retrieving accurate results in the areas you are testing, and will help you determine the effectiveness of your cleaning program.
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