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7EN150104 Rev. 8
• 2020
www.hillrom.com
Safety Recommendations
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Wear protective equipment according to manufacturer’s instruction and per facility protocol throughout the cleaning
operations, such as: gloves, eye protection, apron, face mask and shoe covers.
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Unplug mains (AC power source) before cleaning and disinfection.
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Never clean the lift by pouring water on it, steam cleaning it, or by using a high-pressure jet.
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Refer to the recommendations made by the cleaning and disinfecting product manufacturer.
Process Recommendations:
For proper cleaning and disinfection, staff members should be trained.
The trainer should carefully read the instructions and follow them when the trainee is being trained.
The trainee should:
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Be given time to read the instructions and to ask any questions.
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Clean and disinfect the product while the trainer supervises. During, and/or after this process, the trainer should correct
the trainee about any differences from the instructions for use.
The trainer should supervise the trainee until the trainee can clean and disinfect the lift as instructed.
Hill-Rom recommends to clean and disinfect the lift between patient use and regularly during extended patient stays.
Some fluids used in the hospital environment, such as iodophor and zinc oxide creams, can cause permanent stains.
Remove temporary stains by wiping vigorously with a lightly-dampened wiping cloth.
Cleaning and Disinfection Overview:
Cleaning and disinfection are distinctly different processes.
Cleaning
is the physical removal of visible and non-visible soil and
contaminants.
Disinfection
is intended to kill microorganisms.
When you perform the detailed cleaning steps, please note the following:
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A microfiber cloth is recommended as the wiping cloth.
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A soft bristle brush is recommended as a cleaning tool for the small holes in the Q-Link II.
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Always replace the wiping cloth when visibly soiled.
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Always replace the wiping cloth between steps (spot clean, clean, and disinfect)
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Always use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as gloves, eye proection, apron, face mask, and shoe covers, as
recommended by the facility protocol and manufacturers instructions
Cleaning and Disinfection Equipment:
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Protective equipment (such as: gloves, eye protection, apron, face mask and shoe covers) as recommended by the facility
protocol and manufacturers instructions
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Disposable microfiber cloths recommended
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Soft bristle brush
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Warm water
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To find Cleaning / Disinfectants compatible or not compatible for use on Liko™ products, follow the
"Application of commonly used Cleaning / Disinfectants on Liko products" in this document.
Prepare the Unit for Cleaning and Disinfecting:
Unplug mains (AC power source) before cleaning and disinfection.
