Cleaning Instruction (6 steps)
Passive Clip slings (NOT the Flites)
Remove the stiffeners from the stiffener pockets,
Close all buckles and Velcro attachment on the
GB
Do NOT
wash with rough surfaces or sharp objects
steam
use any mechanical pressure, pressing or rolling
use bleach
use gas sterilization
use autoclave
dry clean
tumble dry
ironing
Place the stiffeners back into the stiffener pockets,
Care and Preventive Maintenance
WARNING
To avoid injury to both resident and
caregiver, never modify the equipment or
use incompatible parts.
Before and After Every Use
Visually check all exposed parts
Loose stitching
Holes
Discolouration or stains from bleaching
Sling soiled or stained
on the Sling" on page 15.
Flites – Do NOT wash
(See Fig. 24 )
(See Fig. 25 )
Cleaning Chemicals
Disinfection
Fig. 24
When Soiled, Stained and Between
Residents
Clean/Disinfect, All slings except the Flites
cleaned according to "Cleaning and Disinfection" on
page 11, when it is soiled or stained and between
Flites
Storage
When not in use, the slings should be stored away
from direct sunlight where they are not subject to
sharp edges, corrosives or other things that could cause
Service and Maintenance
It is recommended that
condition of the sling twice a year (every 6 month),
12
Fig. 25
personnel inspect the