5. Product Care
WARNING
Disconnect the bed from the electricity supply before starting any cleaning or
maintenance activity. The bed will still operate on battery power if the function has not
been locked on the ACP.
Decontamination
WARNING
Do not allow the mains plug or power supply cord to get wet.
NOTE
These instructions also apply to accessories but not to mattresses or side rail pads.
For lifting straps and handles, refer to the manufacturer's instructions supplied with the product.
Remove the side rails from the bed to allow better decontamination on beds with removable side
rails.
Cleaning
The bed should be cleaned and disinfected weekly, and before a new
patient uses the bed.
Remove the mattress and any accessories from the bed.
The head/foot boards and mattress platform sheets should be removed
from the bed for cleaning.
Wearing suitable protective clothing, clean all surfaces with a
disposable cloth moistened in hand hot water and a neutral detergent.
Start by cleaning the upper sections of the bed and work along all
horizontal surfaces. Work methodically towards the lower sections of
the bed and clean the wheels last. Take extra care to clean areas that
may trap dust or dirt.
Wipe over with a new disposable cloth moistened with clean water,
and dry with disposable paper towels.
Allow the cleaned parts to dry before replacing the mattress.
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