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Recycling Instructions
Waste of Electrical and Electronic
Equipment (WEEE).
Metals
Lead battery (Pb)
Old batteries are to be deposited at the nearest recycling station or given to personnel authorized by Hillrom.
Hillrom evaluates and provides guidance to its users on the safe handling and disposal of its devices to aid in the prevention
of injury, including, but not limited to: cuts, punctures of the skin, abrasions, and any required cleaning and disinfection of
the medical device after use and prior to its disposal. Customers should adhere to all federal, state, regional, and/or local
laws and regulations as it pertains to the safe disposal of medical devices and accessories.
If in doubt, the user of the device shall first contact Hillrom Technical Support for guidance on safe disposal protocols.
Cleaning and Disinfection
These instructions do not replace the facility’s own cleaning and disinfection policies.
Warnings:
To help prevent injury and/or equipment damage, obey these warnings:
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Warning—The potential for electrical shock exists with electrical equipment. Failure to follow facility protocol could cause
death or serious injury.
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Warning—Do not reuse wiping material for multiple steps or on multiple products.
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Warning—Harmful cleaning solutions may cause skin rash and/or irritation upon contact. Follow the manufacturer’s
instructions found on the product label and Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
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Warning—Lift and move items correctly. Do not twist, and seek assistance when necessary.
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Warning—Fluid spills on to the lift electronics could cause a hazard. If this happens do not put the lift back into service
until it is completely dry, tested, and found to be safe to operate.
Cautions:
To help prevent equipment damage, obey these cautions:
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Caution—Do not steam clean or power wash the lift. Pressure and excessive moisture can damage the protective surfaces
of the lift and its electrical components.
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Caution—Do not use harsh cleansers/detergents, heavy duty grease removers, solvents such as toluene, xylene, or ace-
tone, and do not use scouring pads (you may use a soft bristle brush).
