4. Wash hands often and well, including after
removal of gloves.
5. Patient care equipment that is used in isolation
areas should be disinfected in accordance with
all internal policies and procedures regarding
such equipment.
When there is visible soilage, and between patients,
it is recommend that the unit and mattress be
disinfected with a tuberculocidal disinfectant.
Disinfectant should be registered with the
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
1. Use rubber gloves and eye protection.
2. Prepare detergent/disinfectant (registered by
EPA as hospital disinfectant) solution according
to instructions on label for correct use-dilution.
3.
Be sure to reach all areas underneath and in-
between air cells. Allow to air dry.
4. 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.
5. Thoroughly wipe down outside of control unit
and allow to air dry. Cover with plastic and return
to storage area
6. Remove gloves and dispose; wash hands.
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.
Do not use any steam cleaning device on the unit.
Excessive moisture can damage mechanisms in
this unit.
for buildup of dust/dirt. If buildup is visible turn off the
control unit and disconnect the power cord from the
pulling outward. Replace with the second supplied
region.
Warning:
Only facility-authorized personnel trained
by Joerns Healthcare should perform preventative
maintenance. Preventative maintenance performed by
unauthorized personnel could result in personal injury
or equipment damage.
Any maintenance done without Joerns’ authorization
will invalidate any warranties on this product.
When the product is not in use, properly store
the power cord. Failure to do so could result in
personal injury.
Note:
Clean the Arise LAL
®
as described in the
previous section prior to storage.
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.
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.
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