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Maintenance
This chapter contains preventative maintenance and unscheduled maintenance for the First Step Select Therapy System,
as well as pertinent warnings. Information in this chapter should be used in conjunction with information provided in the
Troubleshooting chapter of this manual. Certain functions may require the use of a trained professional depending on
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maintenance functions and follow all standard safety protocols.
The following warnings should be observed during all maintenance procedures:
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caregiver.
Preventative Maintenance
Preventative maintenance to be performed while unit is in use includes the following:
• Daily Cleaning - the cover sheet should be wiped daily with a mild soap and water solution. This can be done when
the patient is bathed, using the bath water.
• Weekly Cleaning - the cover sheet should be laundered at least weekly, depending on soiling. The therapy control
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• Monthly Cleaning - the mattress or overlay should be laundered at least monthly.
Preventative maintenance to be performed after each patient use includes the following:
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items should be replaced with an identical item.
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Cleaning chapter of this manual after each patient use and otherwise as outlined above.
Unscheduled Maintenance
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The First Step Select Therapy Control Unit is made up of several components which should not be opened, disassembled
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Questions and Information section of this manual.