PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE FOR THE USER
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Component
Cleaning Procedure
Schedule
Cleaning Agent *
Special Notes
Pads/Mattresses Wipe with damp cloth to
remove any foreign material
After each
use
Routine hospital grade
disinfectants, soap and
water
Use only medium
strength cleaners
Do not steam clean or
pressure wash
Stretcher
Wipe with damp cloth to
remove any foreign material
After each
use
Routine hospital grade
disenfectants, soap and
water
Lubricate pivot points
after cleaning
Electrical
components
Wipe external surfaces ONLY
with damp cloth to remove
any foreign material
After each
use
Routine hospital grade
disinfectants, soap and
water
Use only medium
strength cleaners
Mechanical
stretcher
components
Wipe with damp cloth to
remove any foreign material
After each
use
Routine hospital grade
disinfectants, soap and
water
Lubricate pivot points
after cleaning
Mechanical
accessories
Wipe with damp cloth to
remove any foreign material
After each
use
Routine hospital grade
disinfectants, soap and
water
Lubricate pivot points
after cleaning
Procedure
Schedule
Material
Lubricate all moving and sliding parts and hinge
points
Every 3
months
Lubricating oil, light-duty grease, wax stick
lubricant or Never-Seez lubricant
NEVER LUBRICATE GAS SPRING, MOTOR OR MECH-LOCK SHAFTS
Inspect all fasteners to ensure proper fit,
position and tightness (including nuts, bolts,
etc.)
Every 3
months
Proper size wrench and screwdriver
Inspect all surfaces and remove any sharp
or burred areas; apply touch-up paint where
required
Every 3
months
Metal file, proper color paint (specify color when
ordering)
*
Disinfectants, vinyl products:
Phenolic disinfectants are the best choice for vinyl products; properly diluted
quaternaries are also acceptable. Quaternary/Isopropyl disinfectants are not recommended for vinyl.
Disinfectants, urethane products:
Quaternary disinfectants are recommended for urethane products. Quaternary/
Isopropyl disinfectants are recommended for urethane. Phenolics should be avoided on urethane.
Disinfectants, all products:
All fabrics may be cleaned with a 1:10 dilution of household bleaches containing
5.25% sodium hypochlorite as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control in Atlanta, Georgia. There is no
harmful effect on the fabric. Disinfectants applied at full concentration or in highly concentrated solutions will
decrease the useful life of fabric. Iodophor type disinfectants used on fabrics may result in staining.
Soils or Stains:
Use neutral soap suds and lukewarm water. Do not use harsh cleansers, solvents or detergents.
Hard-To -Clean Spots:
Use standard household/vinyl cleansers and a soft bristle brush on troublesome spots or
stains. Pre-soak heavy, dried-on soil.
Laundering Vinyl-laminated or Rubber-coated fabric is not recommended.
Laundering may substantially
decrease the useful life of the fabric.
Laundering Polyurethane-coated fabric:
Machine wash with detergent up to 120°F. Some surface wrinkling may
occur; this wrinkling has no adverse effect on the fabric properties. Hang or tumble dry thoroughly at 140° F
before storage.
CAUTION - POSSIBLE EQUIPMENT DAMAGE HAZARD: Steam cleaning and
pressure washing of stretcher is not recommended and can void warranty.
NOTE: For more detailed information, please contact GF Health Products, Inc. at 678.291.3165.
NOTE: In addition to the User Preventive Maintenance, a more detailed Preventive Maintenance Program is also
required to keep the equipment in good working order. This Preventive Maintenance Program is found on our
website, at www.Hausted.com.
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GFH13000
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