Hillrom P280 - Cleaning and Disinfection Recommendations; Hill-Rom Recommended Cleaning Procedures; Products to Avoid During Cleaning

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Complying with Hill-Rom Recommendations
The cleaning and disinfecting method described below applies specifically to the
device and its accessories and is designed to save time and to help combat
nosocomial infection more effectively.
Hill-Rom recommends that the device be disinfected before first use.
When cleaning, always check the cover for cuts, tears, cracks or snags;
never use a mattress with a damaged cover.
Using cleaning and disinfecting protocols or products other than those
recommended by Hill-Rom can compromise the conformity of the device and
patient safety and render the warranty null and void.
Hill-Rom recommends that the device should be disinfected before
scrapping, in accordance with applicable local regulations.
Cleaning and disinfecting are two separate procedures.
Products to Be Avoided
Never use cleaning agents, detergents, degreasing agents or industrial solvents
containing any of the following products in order to avoid damaging the device
Do not use highly acidic detergents or disinfectants (pH<4).
Do not use highly basic detergents or disinfectants (pH>10).
Never use abrasive cleaning products or materials, such as scouring pads or
powders.
Phenol
Hydrochloric,
nitric or
sulfuric acids
Dimethylformamide
Cresol Soda Tetrahydrofuran