Cleaning and disinfecting
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7 Cleaning and disinfecting
This chapter contains important information about the cleaning
and disinfecting open the unit. Please follow these instructions to
avoid damage caused by incorrect cleaning of the unit and to
assure trouble-free operation.
7.1 Safety advice
Observe the following safety notes before starting to clean the
unit.
► Pull out the mains plug before starting cleaning and
disinfecting the unit.
► Prevent fluids from entering into the unit.
► Let the unit dry completely before switching it on again.
Sensitive surfaces.
The surfaces of the unit and the pads can be destroyed by using
wrong cleaning agents and disinfectants.
► Use only disinfectants based on aldehydes, ammonium
components or alcohols, which will not affect ABS plastics as
well as PVC and PU for all surfaces and parts.
► If possible, do not use any phenol derivative based
disinfectants, because these will shorten the lifetime of plastic
materials.