Podiatry Chair User Manual
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Cleaning and Decontamination
WARNING
If contamination is suspected then decontaminate the chair before use.
Torn or damaged upholstery should be replaced immediately.
CAUTION
Do not use Alkalis or other organic solvents for routine cleaning.
Always cover the vinyl with paper towelling or chair covers if it can come into
contact with bare skin.
Cleaning
Always wear suitable protective clothing before carrying out this procedure.
Disconnect the mains supply to the chair and move it to a suitable cleaning area and
lock the castors.
Step 1.
Using warm water and soap on a damp cloth, carefully wipe the chair over
from top to bottom. Take great care around electrical components.
Step 2.
Wipe the chair carefully from top to bottom using a clean damp cloth and
soap free water.
Step 3.
Carefully dry the chair from top to bottom with clean lint free paper towels.
Decontamination
To decontaminate the chair repeat the above steps but using a dilute solution of
Hypochlorite and warm water (10,000ppm) instead of warm water and soap. At the
end of the procedure discard all cleaning materials in a safe manner and wash hands
thoroughly.