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Cleaning and Disinfection
Cleaning and Disinfection[8]
Before cleaning and disinfecting the unit, be sure to turn the power off, remove the power plug from
the power outlet, and allow the heater to cool down sufficiently.
This product is shipped without being disinfected. Be sure to clean and disinfect the unit before
using it for the first time after purchase.
See the accompanying document of the disinfectant you are going to use for appropriate concen-
tration, contact time and handling. Follow the directions for use and dosage and precautions given
in the document.
Clean and disinfect the unit whenever you use it for another infant.
Clean and disinfect the unit whenever you notice any dirt or stain which might cause infection.
After cleaning and disinfection, assemble the removed parts correctly and check that the unit oper-
ates normally.
After cleaning and disinfection, remove the disinfectant solution completely and then use the unit.
Obtain a soft clean cloth and a disinfectant solution for cleaning and disinfection.
* Recommended disinfectant solutions include:
Benzalkonium chloride aqueous solution (e.g. Osvan)•
Benzethonium chloride aqueous solution (e.g. Hyamime)•
Chlorhexidine aqueous solution (e.g. Hibitane)•
Never use the above agents undiluted. Do not use any abrasive cloth, cleaner, alcohol, acetone or other solvent
for cleaning and disinfection. (However, alcohol can be used to clean and disinfect the heater reflector of the
canopy.) Do not autoclave.
Main Body8-1.
Main body and canopy•
Before cleaning the canopy, be sure to turn the heater off and allow it to cool down sufficiently.
(1) Clean the main body and the canopy with a soft cloth
dampened with a disinfectant solution.
Clean the heater reflector of the canopy with a piece (2)
of absorbent cotton dampened with ethyl alcohol to
keep it always polished.