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6.4 Disinfecting the Cot
Wipe all surfaces with disinfectant. Follow the disinfectant manufacturer’s
instructions for application method and contact time. Ferno recommends
you inspect the cot for damage as you disinfect it.
6.3 Disinfecting and Cleaning
the Mattress
Replace the mattress if it is ripped, punctured or damaged.
1. Remove the mattress from the cot.
2. To disinfect: Apply disinfectant to the mattress, following the
disinfectant manufacturer’s instructions for application method
and contact time.
3. To clean: Wash the mattress with warm, soapy water and a soft
cloth. Rinse the mattress with clear water. Hang the mattress to
dry, or dry it with a towel.
NOTICE
Disinfectants and cleaners containing bleach, phenolics, or
iodines can cause damage. Do not use products containing
these chemicals.
Water under high pressure, or steam, can penetrate joints,
ush away lubricant, and cause corrosion. Use caution when
cleaning moving parts such as joints and hinges, and reapply
lubricant if needed. See “Lubricating the Cot” on page 19.
Using abrasive cleaning compounds or applicators on the
cot can cause damage. Do not use abrasive materials to
clean the cot.
6.5 Cleaning the Cot
1. Remove the patient restraints, mattress and any accessories.
2. Hand clean all surfaces of the cot with warm water and a mild
detergent.
3. Rinse with warm, clear water. Dry the cot with a towel or allow it
to air-dry.
6.6 Waxing the Cot
While it is not necessary to wax this cot, waxing the aluminum main
frame or legs will not damage them, and will help maintain the cot’s
appearance. Disinfect and clean the cot before applying wax. Use an
automotive wax as directed by the wax manufacturer.
6.7 Inspecting the Cot
Have your service’s equipment maintenance personnel inspect the cot
regularly. Follow the checklist at right and operate the cot through all its
functions as described in this manual.
If inspection shows damage or excessive wear, remove the cot from
service until repair is made. See “Parts and Service” on page 20.
Inspection Checklist
● Are all components present?
● Is the cot free of excessive wear?
● Are all screws, nuts, bolts, rivets, and roll pins securely
in place?
● Do all moving parts operate smoothly and properly?
● Does the cot lock properly into each position?
● Does the cot roll smoothly?
● Are the wheels free of excessive wear?
● Do the wheel locks engage properly and stop wheel
rotation?
● Are the patient restraints properly installed?
● Is patient-restraint webbing in good condition with no
cuts or frayed edges?
● Are patient-restraint buckles free of visible damage and
do they operate properly?
● Is the ambulance properly prepared for the cot with an
approved Ferno fastening system installed?
● Do installed accessories operate properly without
interfering with cot operation?
Maintenance
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