Arjohuntleigh AtmosAir 4000, User Manual

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Care and cleaning
General Instructions
• Do not clean with solvents or alcohol.
• Do not launder (machine-wash) any AtmosAir™ surface or
mattress components.
• For regular cleaning, use a mild detergent with water on a
non-abrasive cloth.
• To disinfect, use only approved disinfectants diluted in
accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.
• When blood and/or body fluids are present, use the following throughout all cleaning procedures:
• Disposable, powder-free latex or latex-free gloves.
• Protective clothing, including disposable or reusable impervious apron or gown.
• Protective eyewear and face shield, as necessary.
Cleaning Mattress During Single Patient Use
The AtmosAir™ MRS should be wiped daily with a mild soap and water solution. Always use standard precautions, treating all used equipment
as contaminated. Institutions should follow local protocols for cleaning and disinfection.
1. Remove or push bed linens to center of mattress.
2. Wipe and rinse any soiling from the mattress surface.
3. Dry surface with towel.
4. Ensure bed linens are refitted and not wrinkled under patient.
Cleaning Mattress Between Multiple Patient Uses
The AtmosAir™ MRS must be disinfected after each patient use. Always use standard precautions, treating all used
equipment as contaminated. Institutions should follow local protocols for cleaning and disinfection.
1. Wash entire mattress surface with a coarse cloth using an approved disinfectant germicide mixed to manufacturer’s instructions.
2. Wipe and rinse surface.
3. Disinfect clean surface with a chlorine solution mixed to proper concentration, 1:100 (two ounces of chlorine bleach to one gallon
of water.) Using a clean cloth, wring out excess chlorine solution until cloth is damp. Wipe entire surface with damp cloth.
4. Allow to air dry.
SOAP
SOLVENT ALCOHOL
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