Cleaning
Chapter 6: General Procedures
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Service Manual (MAN272 REV 4)
Cleaning Hard to Clean Spots
To remove difficult spots or stains, we recommend that you use standard
household cleansers and a soft bristle brush. To loosen heavy, dried-on soil,
you may first need to saturate the spot.
Disinfecting
Adhere to the Infection Control Policies and Procedures from Hill-Rom.
Failure to do so could result in the spread of infection.
When there is visible soilage and also between patient use, we recommend that
you disinfect the unit using an EPA registered (US only), tuberculocidal,
disinfectant.
Dilute the disinfectant as specified on the manufacturer's label.
Draping the Mattress
Mattress damage caused by improper draping and/or cleaning
procedures is not covered by warranty.
Correct draping techniques are essential in helping to preserve the life of the
mattress. Drapes must be fluid repellent. The full-size, B7831, labor and
delivery drape effectively covers the lower three-quarters of the bedding
throughout labor. Additional pads or towels placed under the patient will keep
fluid from reaching the edges of the drape. This keeps the sheets clean and dry
while preventing fluid exposure to the mattress.
Standard OB packs and paper drapes will not keep the sheets dry.
Repeated soaking and scrubbing of mattress materials will accelerate wear and
eventually destroy mattress seals, causing fluids to leak into the cushions.
Caring for the Wood Components
Wood is selected for use on beds because of its beauty and warmth. All
Hill-Rom wood products are treated with a resin-based sealer and finish that
provide resistance to abrasion, staining, and fluids. Many
disinfectant/cleansers have a softening effect on any painted or finished surface
if used in high concentrations. Diluted ammonia or detergent, may be used.
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