Instructions For; Preparation; Airflow Adjustment - VWR Pinocchio Super Série Manuel D'instructions

Overview
The Pinocchio Super II microbiological gas sampler is a portable instrument for determining the level of
existent microbiological contaminants in the compressed gas of aseptic manufacturing operations.
An official validation of the Pinocchio Super II air sampler is required as part of an inspection. The flow meter
should be calibrated by an official agency at regular intervals (usually every year). Official validation of the
flow meter can also be performed by VWR INTERNATIONAL customer support service.
Instructions for use

PREPARATION

1) Connect the unit to the desired point of sampling using suitable sterile tubing. The inlet gas valve should
be in a closed position.
2) Insert an identified contact plate or Petri dish with sterile medium in the Pinocchio funnel housing and
screw it to the conical head. Do not connect to the Pinocchio Super II.

AIRFLOW ADJUSTMENT

C
D1
D2
D
3) Fully open the flow meter knob (pos. "C" Figure 1).
4) Fully close the D and D2 valves.
5) Fully open the D1 valve.
6) Open the line of compressed air or gas.
7) Start opening the D valve slightly, ensuring that the manometer is not indicating a pressure greater than 6
bar.
8) Open the D valve until you see the desired airflow on the flow meter, the suggest value is 100 l/min (210
SCFH). The purpose of this operation is to obtain a known volume of air, without contaminating the sampling
circuit.
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