Ferno 30-NM - 6 Maintenance; Maintenance Schedule; Disinfecting and Cleaning the Patient Restraints

© Ferno-Washington, Inc. / 234-3298-02 / May 2018
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6  MAINTENANCE
6.1 Maintenance Schedule
The cot requires regular maintenance. Set up and follow a maintenance
schedule. The table at right represents minimum intervals for
maintenance. Keep maintenance records. For a sample record sheet, see
“Maintenance Record” on page 23.
When using maintenance products, follow the manufacturers’ directions
and read the manufacturers’ material safety data sheets.
6.2 Disinfecting and Cleaning
the Patient Restraints
DISINFECTING
Do not immerse Model 430 metal buckles in liquid.
All Models: Apply disinfectant to all restraint surfaces, following the
disinfectant manufacturer’s instructions for application method and
contact time. Wipe with a clean cloth.
CLEANING: MODEL 430 METAL BUCKLE
1. Remove the restraint from the equipment.
2. Metal Buckle: Spray the metal buckle with disinfectant, following
the disinfectant manufacturer’s instructions for application
method and contact time. Wipe with a clean cloth. Do not
immerse in liquid.
3. Webbing:
○ Add a disinfectant cleaner to warm water, following the
disinfectant manufacturer’s instructions.
○ Immerse webbing in the solution for the time directed by the
disinfectant manufacturer. Do not immerse the metal buckle.
○ Repeatedly dip the webbing in clear water to rinse. Do not
immerse the metal buckle.
4. Hang the restraint to air-dry.
5. Attach only dry restraints to the equipment.
CAMBUCKLE RESTRAINTS PLASTIC BUCKLE
1. Remove the restraint from the equipment and buckle it.
2. Place the restraint inside a mesh bag (not provided) and place it
in a washing machine.
3. Launder the restraint in warm water, using a disinfectant soap and
gentle agitation. Do not use bleach.
4. Remove the restraint from the mesh bag and hang to air dry. Do
not put the restraint in a dryer.
5. Attach only dry restraints to the equipment.
Maintenance
WARNING
Improper maintenance can cause injury. Maintain the cot
only as described in this manual.
Minimum
Maintenance Each Use As Needed Monthly
Disinfecting (pages 17-18)
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Cleaning (pages 17-18)
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Inspecting (page 18)
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Lubricating (page 19)
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NOTICE
Disinfectants and cleaners containing bleach, phenolics, or
iodines can cause damage. Do not use products containing
these chemicals.