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cannot grow on the fabric.
The soft touch fabric is easily cleaned
so machine washing is not required.
Cleaning the fabric (manufacturer
guidelines)
The most effective way to clean the
fabric is by using warm water and
a detergent, such as Fairy Liquid
following the simple steps shown
below.
1. Soak a cloth eg a J cloth in warm
water and wring out the excess
liquid. (For body fluids eg. blood,
urine, use cold water).
2. Apply a small amount of detergent
onto the cloth.
3. Clean the fabric paying particular
attention to badly stained areas.
4. Apply the cloth to the fabric using
a firm circular motion.
5. A nylon nailbrush can be used on
more stubborn stains. This fabric is
extremely durable and brushing it
will not cause any damage.
6. Rinse off the surface of the fabric
with warm water ensuring all soap
residue is removed. This fabric is
totally waterproof. Water will not
penetrate the surface of the fabric
and get through to the foam filling.
However, care should be taken
where there are stitch lines as
liquid may seep through.
7. The fabric can then be either left to
dry naturally or any excess surface
moisture can be mopped up using
paper towels.
8. Once the fabric has dried it is
advisable to lightly brush the
surface using a soft brush.
9. More stubborn stains can be
removed using mineral spirit or
isopropyl alcohol providing the
area being cleaned off is washed
with soap and water immediately
afterwards. A half cup of household
bleach to 5 litres of water can also
be used as a useful disinfectant.
10. Chlorine based cleaning agents
such as CHLOR-CLEAN or HAZ-
TABS can be used to disinfect the
product providing they do not
contain more than 10% chlorine by
volume.
11. When using a proprietary product
it is important to follow the
directions on the container.
12. Never use organic solvents such as
dry cleaning fluids.
13. Always ensure the product is dry
before use.
As an alternative to the steps outlined
above, alcohol wipes can be used as
an effective means of cleaning to
prevent cross infection.
Following independent testing
excellent stain removal has been found
