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5.2 CLEANING
Technical Service Manual 5 - 3 LifeCare PCA
5.2.2
CLEANING SUPPLIES
To clean the infuser, use clean, soft, lint-free cloths moistened with an approved cleaning
solution or commercial wipes
(
see Table 5-1
) . To remove soil from hard-to-reach areas,
use cotton-tipped or foam-tipped swabs. (If using cotton-tipped swabs, make sure they do
not leave a fiber residue.) To remove dried-on soil, use a soft, non-abrasive brush
(
see
Table 5-2
) .
5.2.3
PREPARING THE INFUSER FOR CLEANING
To prepare the infuser for cleaning:
1. Unplug the infuser and remove the administration sets.
2. Release the power cord from Velcro strap.
3. Release the patient pendant cord from Velcro strap.
4. Inspect the infuser enclosure for cracks and damage.
5. Remove all accessories.
Note: Administration sets must be removed by authorized personnel and disposed
of per facility policy before cleaning the infuser.
Note: If the infuser enclosure is cracked or damaged, clean and disinfect the
infuser, then return it to the Biomed technician to replace the damaged
enclosure
(
see Section 7.3.3
) .
5.2.4
GENERAL CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
To clean the infuser, use the methods shown in the table below.
Table 5-2. Cleaning Methods
Type of Cleaning Instrument Method
Lint-Free Cloth
1. Wearing gloves, dampen the cloth with the
approved cleaning solution and wipe in an
outward spiral pattern on the desired
surface(s).
2. When the cloth becomes soiled, start wiping
with the unsoiled part of the cloth. Replace
the cloth as needed.
3. Continue wiping until all visible soil, organic
dirt, or spilled fluid is completely removed.
Disposable Cleaning Wipe
1. Wearing gloves, unfold the wipe completely,
and use in an outward spiral pattern on the
desired surface(s).
2. When the cleaning wipe becomes soiled,
start wiping with the unsoiled part of the
cleaning wipe. Replace the wipe as needed.
3. Continue wiping until all visible soil, organic
dirt, or spilled fluid is completely removed.