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5 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE FOR THE USER
Component
Cleaning Procedure
Schedule
Cleaning Agent *
Special Notes
Pads /
Mattresses
Wipe with damp cloth to
remove any foreign material
After
each
use
Routine hospital grade
disinfectants, soap and
water
Use only medium
strength cleaners
Do not steam clean or
pressure wash
Chair
Wipe with damp cloth to
remove any foreign material
Routine hospital grade
disinfectants, soap and
water
Lubricate pivot points
after cleaning
Electrical
components
Wipe external surfaces ONLY
with damp cloth to remove
any foreign material
Routine hospital grade
disinfectants, soap and
water
Use only medium
strength cleaners
Mechanical
chair
components
Wipe with damp cloth to
remove any foreign material
Routine hospital grade
disinfectants, soap and
water
Lubricate pivot points
after cleaning
Mechanical
accessories
Wipe with damp cloth to
remove any foreign material
Routine hospital grade
disinfectants, soap and
water
Lubricate pivot points
after cleaning
Procedure
Schedule
Material
Lubricate all moving and sliding parts and
hinge points
Every 3
months
Lubricating oil, light-duty grease, wax stick
lubricant or Never-Seez lubricant
NEVER LUBRICATE GAS SPRING, MOTOR OR MECH-LOCK SHAFTS
Inspect all fasteners to ensure proper fit,
position and tightness, including nuts, bolts, etc.
Every 3
months
Proper size wrench and screwdriver
Inspect all surfaces and remove any sharp or
burred areas; apply touch-up paint where required
Metal file, proper color paint (specify color when
ordering)
* Disinfecting and Cleaning Upholstery - ALWAYS follow manufacturer’s recommended dilution
Disinfectants
for vinyl
products
Phenolic disinfectants are the best choice for vinyl
Properly diluted quaternaries are also acceptable for vinyl
Quaternary / Isopropyl disinfectants ARE NOT recommended for vinyl
Disinfectants
for urethane
products
Quaternary disinfectants are recommended for urethane
Quaternary / Isopropyl disinfectants are recommended for urethane
Phenolics SHOULD BE AVOIDED on urethane.
Disinfectants
for all products
All fabrics may be cleaned with a 1:10 dilution of household bleaches containing 5.25%
sodium hypochlorite as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control in Atlanta, Georgia;
there is no harmful effect on the fabric
Disinfectants applied at full concentration or in highly concentrated solutions will decrease
the useful life of fabric
Iodophor-type disinfectants used on fabric may result in staining
Soils or Stains
Use neutral soapsuds and lukewarm water; DO NOT use harsh cleansers, solvents or detergents
Hard-To-Clean
Spots
Use standard household / vinyl cleansers and a soft bristle brush on troublesome spots or
stains; presoak heavy, dried-on soil
Laundering
Laundering Vinyl-laminated, Polyurethane-coated, or Rubber-coated fabric IS NOT
recommended; laundering may substantially decrease the useful life of the fabric
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NOTICE — POSSIBLE EQUIPMENT DAMAGE HAZARD: Steam cleaning and pressure
washing of chair is not recommended and can void warranty.
Info: For more detailed information, please contact GF Health Products, Inc. at 1.770.368.4700.
Info: In addition to the User Preventive Maintenance, a more detailed Preventive Maintenance
Program is also required to keep the equipment in good working order. This Preventive
Maintenance Program is found on our website, at www.Hausted.com.
