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8 Cleaning
To reduce the risk of cross-contamination it is recommended to clean the ceiling track hoist and
accessories before use by a different person.
Please follow the recommended cleaning guidelines below on cleaning and disinfecting the ceiling track hoist.
8 . 1 Ceiling Hoist Cover Cleaning
For cleaning, the covers can be cleaned using a damp cloth, soap/water, and antibacterial spray. Do not use a
steam cleaner as this could damage the internals of the ceiling hoist as well as label integrity. Do not use
industrial bleaches, abrasive cleaners, or organic solvents.
All cleaning solutions must be thoroughly rinsed off the product at the end of the cleaning process and the
product dried using a dry cloth/towel. Always ensure the product is dry before use.
Care should always be taken when cleaning around electrical components to reduce the risk of
electric shock or damage to the ceiling hoist.
8 . 2 Lift Tape Cleaning
Lift tapes can be wiped down using a dry cloth to remove any mild dirt and dust. When a spillage occurs, it is
recommended that it be cleaned as quickly as possible to avoid any staining; it is good practice to dab the
spillage and not to rub it as this could cause staining. For more persistent stains and dirt, hot water with an
antibacterial spray can also be used.
All cleaning solutions must be thoroughly rinsed off the product at the end of the cleaning process and dried
using a dry cloth/towel. Always ensure the product is dry before use.
8 . 3 Disinfecting
Should the ceiling hoist require a more thorough cleaning, the use of the Actichlor™ disinfectant product (which
is widely available in tablet form and used throughout the healthcare industry) is recommended.
Follow the manufacturer’s safety instructions for the use of this cleaning product before use to
ensure safe use for the operator and the user.
Ensure the cloth is damp before the cleaning process.
Application is through a clean damp cloth applied to wipe the product down. Use in the following dilutions to
ensure an effective clean:
• Actichlor™ dissolvable chlorine tablets provide a concentration of 1000 ppm of available chlorine (0.1%)
per 1 tablet.
• 1 tablet (1.7g formed tablet (x1)) will create a virucidal solution, diluted in 1 litre of water to provide
effective means to clean a “dirty” product. This is also ideal for use after an outbreak of the
Norovirus/winter vomiting and can be used as a precaution against C.Diff. It is effective against viruses,
bacteria, spores, yeasts, and moulds.
• A minimum of 5 minutes contact time with the outer components is recommended to prevent virucidal
infections, whilst maintaining the integrity of the product. The product can withstand a longer contact
period, however a minimum of 5 minutes is required to provide an effective cleaning regime.
• Blood spills should be dealt with by an increased concentration of the solution – please refer to the
instructions on the manufacturer’s product labelling.
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