Decommissioning and Disposal Instructions
Hillrom Progressa ICU Hospital Bed Instructions for Use (171528 REV 15) 113
DECOMMISSIONING AND DISPOSAL INSTRUCTIONS
Customers should adhere to all federal, state, regional, and/or local laws and regulations as it pertains to
the safe disposal of medical devices and accessories. If in doubt, the user of the device shall first contact
Baxter Technical Support for guidance on safe disposal protocols.
• In order to ensure the safe handling and disposal of this product, follow all relevant warnings
provided in the service manual regarding possible causes of injury when decommissioning a bed.
• Always ensure that the bed is unplugged before decommissioning.
• The bed and its accessories should be cleaned and disinfected, as described in the instructions for
use, before any other decommissioning activities.
• If the decommissioned bed or accessory is still fit for use, Baxter recommends donating the
decommissioned bed and accessories to a charitable organization so that they can be reused.
• If the decommissioned bed or accessory is not fit for use, Baxter recommends dismantling the bed
in accordance with the instructions provided in the service manual. Baxter recommends that all oil
and hydraulic fluids are removed from the product before recycling or disposal, if applicable.
• Always check and comply with all local and national regulations and facility protocols when
decommissioning a product.
EXPECTED LIFE
The expected life of a Hillrom Progressa ICU Hospital Bed is 10 years of normal use provided that
recommended preventive maintenance is performed by the facility. However certain components have
a shorter life cycle and will need to be replaced in order for the bed to meet its expected life. They are
listed below:
•Beds with IntelliDrive Transport System—the transport system batteries have a 3 year life
expectancy.
• Bed batteries have a 3 year life expectancy.
• Integrated bed surfaces (not including surface top cover) have a 5 year life expectancy.
• Blower motor has a 30,000 hour life expectancy.
• The removable mattress cover has a 2 year life expectancy.
Batteries should be recycled. Never dispose of batteries which contain substances
that can be dangerous for the environment and health.
Other components, such as electronic components, plastics and metals, are
recyclable in many local jurisdictions. Baxter recommends recycling all components
that can be recycled locally.
Components which cannot be recycled can be disposed of via standard waste
disposal procedures.
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