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12.4 Cleaning of Passive Mattress
CAUTION!
Incorrect cleaning/disinfection can damage the mattress!
► Do not use pressure or steam cleaners.
► Follow the instructions and observe the dosages recommended by the manufacturer.
► Ensure that disinfectants are selected and applied by qualied hygiene experts only.
► The surface of the mattress should not be exposed to liquids for a long time.
12.4.1 General Guidance
For safe and gentle cleaning:
► Do not use any strong acids or alkalines, (optimum pH range 6 – 8. Do not exceed pH of 9).
► Only use detergents that are suitable for cleaning medical equipment.
► Do not use abrasive powders, steel wool, or other material and cleaning agents that might damage the mattress. Do not
scrub mattress surface.
► Never use any corrosive or caustic detergents.
► Never use detergents that deposit calcium carbonate.
► Never use detergents with solvents that might aect the structure and consistency of the plastics (benzene, toluene,
acetone etc.).
► Use only hospital-approved cleaners and observe local directives concerning infection control.
► Always rinse with water after cleaning and dry thoroughly before use.
► Observe local directives concerning infection control.
Mattress parts to be cleaned Recommended Cleaning Agents (General Cleaning
Top Cover, Bottom Cover Standard hospital detergents, Alcohol or Quaternary Ammoni-
um based disinfectants, Chlorine based disinfectants contai-
ning up to 0,1% Chlorine, followed by rinsing with water and
drying thoroughly before use.
Chlorine based disinfectants containing up to 0,1% Chlorine.
Dwell time on surface at 0,1% of 5 minutes, followed by rinsing
with water and drying thoroughly before use.
Mattress Core Do not clean!
Due to the variety of laundry equipment, chemicals and conditions in use, customers should satisfy themselves through pretesting.
It is essential that cover be thoroughly rinsed and dried after all cleaning procedures and before storage or reuse. Wet or damp PU
surfaces are more prone to mechanical damage than when dry.
As stated above, after application of a suitable cleaner, the surface must be rinsed with water and dried before use. (Even if the
cleaner instructions say that this is not required). This prevents a build-up of chemicals on the mattress surface which could be
reactivated during use and aect biocompatibility.
NOTE Continued use of high concentration, chlorine-based disinfectants may signicantly reduce the performance and the
working life of a coated material.
NOTE If disinfecting is not required, cleaning with soap and water should be enough to remove dirt stains.
NOTE Cleaning and disinfecting products based on solvent, bleach, abrasives or very high (over 70%) alcohol concentrations
can damage this product.
Type of Cleaning Parts to be cleaned
Routine Cleaning and Disinfection external of mattress cover
Full Cleaning and Disinfection external of mattress cover
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