A routine preventive-maintenance checklist to keep histopathology equipment safe, clean and reliable. Combine with the manufacturer manual and an AMC/CMC. Set exact intervals to your equipment and usage.
Daily
Wipe external surfaces & work areas; clear paraffin debris
Skim/clean the floatation-bath surface between blocks; check its temperature
Check slide-warmer temperature
Check reagent levels & condition; filter hematoxylin where used
Weekly
Deeper clean of stainer containers/baths & processor reagent area