burmeier Vertica-Homecare, Instruction Manual

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Instruction Manual for Vertica-Homecare Bed
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5.4 C
LEANING AND
D
ISINFECTION
A
GENTS
Pay attention to the following recommendations to ensure that the bed functions
and usability are preserved as long as possible:
 Do not use scouring agents, stainless steel cleaning agents,
abrasive cleaning agents or scouring pads.
These substances can damage the surfaces.
 Cleaning and decontaminating agents must have a pH value
of 5 to 8 at the specified concentrations.
 The chloride content of the solutions prepared for use must not
exceed 100mg/l.
 We recommend (damp) wipe cleaning. When selecting
cleaning agents, ensure that the ones chosen are mild (gentle
to skin and surfaces) and environmentally friendly. A standard
household cleaner can generally be used.
 Ensure that no liquid residues remain on any surfaces of the
bed after cleaning or disinfection. Otherwise the surfaces may
become damaged in the long term in these areas.
 Despite the excellent mechanical resistance, scratches,
markings, etc., which permeate the entire coating should be
resealed using a suitable repair medium to prevent the
penetration of moisture. For further information, consult
Burmeier company or a specialist of your choice.
 As a rule, aldehyde-based disinfection media have the
advantage that they have a wide range of impact, a relatively low
protein effect and are environmentally friendly. The main
disadvantage of these agents is their potential to cause allergies
and irritation.
 Glucoprotamine-based formulations do not have this disadvantage and
are equally effective, although most are somewhat more expensive.
 Disinfection media based on compounds which could potentially release
chlorine may be corrosive for metals, synthetics, rubbers and other
materials over longer contact periods or when concentrations are too high.
Furthermore, these media have a higher so-called protein effect, are
mucous membrane irritants and demonstrate poor environmental
compatibility.
 For disinfection by wiping, most cleaning and disinfection agents usually
used in hospitals or care facilities, such as cold and hot water, detergents,
alkaline solutions and alcohols, can be used.