12.4 Machine Cleaning
If this bed is suitable for machine washing in a decontamination facility, the chassis carries this
sticker.
x To maintain the life expectancy and good working order of the bed for as long as possible, the
directives issued by the Bed Frame and Chassis Decontamination Systems Working Group
(AK-BWA) and the instructions given in this instruction manual must be followed.
x These instructions may be obtained from the manufacturers of decontamination facilities,
cleaning agents and disinfectants, and from Stiegelmeyer.
x Failure to observe these specifications can result in forfeiture of any right to claims under the
warranty in the event of consequential damage!
Failure to follow this safety advice could result in considerable damage to the bed and the
electrical components and lead to subsequent malfunctions!
To ensure that cleaning fluids can drain off unhindered, the bed must not be washed in a
horizontal or reverse-Trendelenburg position.
The bed settings to be established as the washing position in the washing machine are:
Trendelenburg position (angle of tilt at least 10°),
All rests set to the lowest position,
All safety sides manually raised.
Before washing the bed, remove any accessories that are attached, unless they are suitable
for machine washing.
The cleaning agent used for the decontamination process must have a pH value of between
5 and 8. The hardness of the washing water must not exceed 5°dH. The total salt content
should not exceed 100 mg/litre. Demineralised water may only be used with the consent of
the manufacturers of the decontamination system and the items to be cleaned.
The cleaning agent must not contain substances that change the surface structure or the
adhesive characteristics of the plastic materials.
Cleaning Agents Tested and Approved by Stiegelmeyer:
Neodisher BP and Neodisher Dekonta (manufacturer: Dr. Weigert),
Sekumatic FDR and Sekumatic FKN (manufacturer: Ecolab).
Do not exceed the dosage advice given by the manufacturer! Lasting and steadily worsen-
ing pre-damage, particularly to plastic parts, may result! Please consult Stiegelmeyer before
using any other cleaning agents, to prevent potential damage to the bed as a result of their
use.
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