Product Description - 3M Clean-Trace NG Benutzerhandbuch

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1.0 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

1.01 How the 3M Clean-Trace NG Luminometer works to Measure Contamination
the 3M™ clean-trace™ nG Luminometer is a luminometer used in conjunction with 3M reagent kits to measure levels of contamination on surfaces
and in water samples. the technology used is Adenosine triphosphate (AtP) bioluminescence. AtP is a substance present in all animal and vegetable
matter, including most food debris, bacteria, fungi and other micro-organisms. Measurement of AtP is performed using an enzyme reaction which
occurs naturally in the tail of fireflies.
Luciferin/Luciferase (firefly reagent) + AtP = Light
the light emitted is in proportion to the amount of AtP. the intensity of the light emitted from a sample is measured by the 3M clean-trace nG
Luminometer and is displayed in relative Light units (rLu).
1.02 ATP and Surface Hygiene Testing
the 3M clean-trace nG Luminometer, together with the appropriate test kit, is an effective method for monitoring the hygiene status of surfaces. AtP
from both micro-organisms and product residues are detected. Measurement of "total AtP" provides an important insight to the overall cleanliness.
Product residues remaining on surfaces after cleaning will be a source of nutrients for any remaining micro-organisms and may also protect the
micro-organisms from disinfectant action. Because of the fast results, use of the 3M clean-trace nG Luminometer allows immediate remedial action
to be taken if an unacceptable result is obtained. surfaces can be re-cleaned before production, ensuring good sanitation and contamination control.
the test kit instructions should be read carefully before use.
1.03 ATP and Water Testing
test kits are available for the assessment of contamination in liquid samples. Measurement of the total AtP in final rinse water samples is an indicator
of the effectiveness of clean in Place (cIP) processes. the total AtP in process and waste water, water tanks and cooling towers can be used to
determine and monitor the efficiency of the biocide treatment program.
Measurement of free or non microbial AtP can be performed in addition to total AtP for further information on the nature of the contamination.
the test kit instructions should be read carefully before use.
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