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16.1 Safety Instructions for Cleaning and Disinfection of the Bed
Preparation for cleaning:
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Drive the bed on a place where the cleaning process will be performed and then brake the bed.
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Position the mattress platform to its highest positions and also position the backrest and thighrest parts so the back side
of those parts are accessible for cleaning.
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Lock all adjustment functions of the bed to prevent involuntary adjustment of the bed or injuries during cleaning.
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Disconnect the bed from the mains.
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Check if all connectors are properly fixed (controllers, actuators and control unit).
Recommendations for cleaning:
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Only use detergents designed for cleaning the medical technologies.
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Dilute the detergents in accordance with instructions from manufacturer of detergents.
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Never use any strong acids or bases. Optimal pH range is 6-8.
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Never use abrasive powders, steel wool or other materials and detergents that may damage the surface of the bed.
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Never use detergents with solvents that may affect the structure and consistency of the plastic parts (benzene, toluene,
acetone etc.).
Cleaning process:
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Clean by wiping the bed with damp, well-wrung textile material.
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The detergent can be applied by spraying on bed or on the textile material.
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Perform cleaning and disinfection of the bed in the appropriate range. The range of cleaning and disinfection should be
distinguished according to the degree of contamination of the bed and the cleaning mode (daily, before changing patient or
complete).
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Electronic parts that may be contaminated clean carefully and only their outer side. Never open those connectors due to
cleaning or disinfection. Those components should not be exposed to prolonged or continuous exposure to moisture.
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Let the bed dry completely after cleaning or disinfection process.
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After drying the bed place the mattress back on the mattress platform.
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After drying the bed check functions of the bed.
16.2 General Instructions for Cleaning and Disinfection
16.2.1 Daily Cleaning
It is recommended to clean all parts of the bed which are touched by patient or personnel (e.g. siderails, head board and foot
board, handset, lifting pole etc.) and all handles, all control elements and accessory rails.
16.2.2 Cleaning before Changing Patients
It is recommended to completely clean and disinfects all parts of the bed which are touched by patient or personnel (see Daily Cle-
aning), mattress platform, columns, undercarriage covers and mattress.
16.2.3 Complete Cleaning / Cleaning before First Use
It is recommended to clean the bed completely before the first use and then at least once in 4-8 weeks.
16.2.4 Cleaning of Spilled Fluids
Spilled fluids should be cleaned as soon as possible. Always disconnect the bed from mains before cleaning the spilled fluids.
Some fluids used in health care may cause permanent stains.
16.2.5 Damaged Foam Mattress
Mattress should be periodically checked for cracks, holes or cracks that may affect the integrity, water resistance or resistance to
infections of the cover. Contact the service department of the manufacturer according to scope of damage to cover.