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11.3 Power unit disinfection
The power unit can be cleaned by wiping down with a cloth dampened with hot water at 60
0
C
containing detergent or with sodium hypochlorite (up to 10,000 parts per million available chlorine).
11.4 Cover laundering
The mattress cover and air pipe cover can also be machine washed. Mattress covers and air pipe
cover should be completely removed prior to laundering.
Where required mattress covers can be laundered in a pre-wash at 84
0
C for up to 15 minutes and in a
main wash at 60
0
C for up to 15 minutes. This should be followed by a cold rinse and extraction.
However it is recommended that you check your local policy to determine the time/temperature ratio
required to achieve thermal disinfection.
Mattress covers may be tumble dried or air dried. They may be tumble dried on a low heat for up to
90 minutes. Drying temperature must not exceed 40
0
C.
The mattress cover and mattress must be dry prior to refitting.
Caution: Exceeding the temperature can cause significant damage to the mattress
cover.
12 . Storage
The mattress should be stored taking care not to strain the air pipe. It should then be placed in in a
suitable protective cover with the power unit and stored in an area appropriate for electronic medical
devices.
To quickly extract air out from mattress for storage, pull and twist the CPR valve and
disconnect the air hose connector to release the air.
Lay the mattress out flat.
The power cord can be wrapped around the power unit bumper or disconnected for storage.
13 . Service and Maintenance
It is recommended that this product be part of a routine preventative maintenance schedule with a
planned service every 12 months regardless of product usage.
13.1 General
(1) Check power cable and plug if there are abrasions or excessive wears.
