The cleaning and disinfection cycle (including the rinsing process) in a decontamination fa-
cility must comply with the directives issued by the Bed Frame and Chassis Decontamina-
tion Systems Working Group (AKBWA).
The pressure of the jet sprays inside the bed decontamination system must not exceed 5 to
8 bar.
A distance of 30 cm between the spray valves and electrical components must be ensured.
The only spray nozzles which are permissible are flat jets.
During the washing and disinfection procedure (including rinsing), the temperature of the
bed must not exceed 70°C. Washing temperatures that are too low must also be avoided as
this will result in poor drying. The maximum washing water temperature is 65°C. The maxi-
mum rinsing temperature is 80°C.
Do not cool suddenly using cold water.
After completing the washing procedure, the bed must cool down for an appropriate period
of time (10 to 20 minutes) before it may be put into service again.
In addition to the prescriptions of the AKBWA, we recommend a waiting period of approxi-
mately 10 minutes. By optimising the washing procedure, this time can be significantly min-
imised.
Depending on the type and frequency of the washing procedure and the washing water
and chemicals used, in isolated cases chemical reactions and, as a result, discolouration of
galvanised metal parts of the bed can occur. This does not constitute a technical defect
and has no influence on the strength and functioning of the bed.
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