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Cleaning
The cot is designed to be power washable. The unit may show some signs of oxidation or discoloration from continuous
washing, however, no degradation of the cot’s performance characteristics or functionality will occur due to power
washing as long as the proper procedures are followed.
Clean Velcro AFTER EACH USE. Saturate Velcro with disinfectant and allow disinfectant to evaporate. (Appropriate
disinfectant for nylon Velcro should be determined by the hospital.)
WASHING LIMITATIONS
WARNING
Use any appropriate personal safety equipment (goggles, respirator, etc.) to avoid the risk of inhaling contagion. Use of
power washing equipment can aerate contamination collected during the use of the cot.
CAUTION
• DO NOT STEAM CLEAN OR ULTRASONICALLY CLEAN THE UNIT
• Maximum water temperature should not exceed 180°F/ 82°C.
• Maximum air dry temperature (cart washers) is 240°F /115°C.
• Maximum water pressure should not exceed 1500 psi/130.5 bar. If a hand held wand is being used to wash the
unit, the pressure nozzle must be kept a minimum of 24 inches/61 cm from the unit.
• Towel dry all casters and interface points.
• After washing the cot, follow the lubrications procedure on page 41.
• Failure to comply with these instructions may invalidate any/all warranties.