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# Deep clean
## Get things ready
You need these items:
* 1 × [BactoBox® setup](/item-register/bactobox-r/bactobox-r.md)
* 1 × [deep clean vial](/item-register/vials-flasks-and-liquids/deep-clean-vial.md)
## Step by step
{% stepper %}
{% step %}
#### Switch to the deep clean vial
Transfer the tubing kit to the deep clean vial.
{% endstep %}
{% step %}
#### Start the *Deep clean* program
Press and hold Measure for 2 seconds to enter the *Programs* menu.
Use the navigation buttons (OK←∨∧) to select the *Deep clean* program.
Press OK to continue.
{% endstep %}
{% step %}
#### Select duration
Use the navigation buttons (OK←∨∧) to select the *Deep clean* duration.
Press OK to start the *Deep clean* program.
{% endstep %}
{% step %}
#### That is it!
The *Deep clean* program is done. **Discard the deep clean vial.** It is for *single use* only.
{% hint style="success" %}
Perform a [QC test](/getting-started/qc-test.md) after the *Deep clean* program is done.
{% endhint %}
{% endstep %}
{% endstepper %}
## When to deep clean
[Deep clean](/maintenance/deep-clean-1.md) your BactoBox® in these cases:
* **At least once a week.** Use the 15-minute option.
* To recover a flow cell that failed the QC test.\ Try with the 15-minute option first. If the issue persists, try the 10-hour option.
See [Maintenance](/maintenance/maintenance.md) for more information.
## Want to know more
See [Deep clean explained](/maintenance/deep-clean-1/deep-clean.md) for additional detail.
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