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Joerns
®
Support Surfaces
DermaFloat
®
APM
• Resident care equipment that is used in isolation
areas should be disinfected in accordance with all
internal policies and procedures regarding such
equipment.
Disinfecting
When there is visible soilage and between residents,
we recommend that the unit and mattress be
disinfected with a tuberculocidal disinfectant.
Disinfectant should be registered with the
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
• Use rubber gloves and eye protection.
• Prepare detergent/disinfectant (registered by EPA
as hospital disinfectant) solution according to
instructions on label for correct use-dilution.
• With support surface deflated, thoroughly wipe down
entire mattress, as air cells will lie flat. Be sure to
reach all areas underneath and in-between air cells.
Allow to air dry.
• If dust or other soiling has accumulated along
air hoses, remove using swabs moistened with
detergent/disinfectant as necessary. Allow all
components to air dry. Wrap mattress in plastic and
return to storage area.
• Thoroughly wipe down outside of control unit and
allow to air dry. Cover with plastic and return to
storage area.
• Remove gloves and dispose; wash hands.
Therapy Pad
The therapy pad can be wiped down with a disinfectant
solution or a mild detergent with a damp cloth. If
heavily soiled, the therapy pad can be laundered in a
washer and dryer with warm water (no more than 120º
Fahrenheit). A non-bleach detergent should be used
sparingly. Wipe dry or allow to air dry.
Steam Cleaning
Do not use any steam cleaning device on the unit.
Excessive moisture can damage mechanisms in
this unit.
Maintenance
Warning:
Only facility-authorized personnel trained
by Joerns should perform preventative maintenance.
Preventative maintenance performed by unauthorized
personnel could result in personal injury or equipment
damage. Any maintenance done without Joerns’s
authorization will invalidate any warranties on this
product.
Storage and Care
When the product is not in use, properly store
the power cord. Failure to do so could result in
personal injury.
Note:
Clean the DermaFloat
®
APM as described in the
previous section prior to storage.
Control Unit
The power cord may be wrapped around the unit for
convenience. Wrap the unit in a plastic bag for dust
resistance, then store the unit in an area appropriate
for an electronic medical device.
Support Surface
Gently roll up the support surface, expelling any
residual air, for temporary storage. The mattress
should be wrapped in plastic and/or a clean bag
for storage.
