human care Comfort Sling Soft 25064 Notice D'utilisation page 13

Overview of Sling Material Care
j
Machine Wash Maximum Temperature 60°C (140°F) (slings with padding)
b
Machine Wash Maximum Temperature 75°C (167°F)
T
Tumble Dry Low, Maximum Temperature 30°C - 54°C (86°F - 130°F)
V
Tumble Dry Low, Maximum Temperature 60°C (140°F )
U
Do Not Tumble Dry
C
Do Not Iron
K
Do Not Dry Clean
H
Do Not Bleach
Do Not Use Fabric Softener
d
Do Not Wash
Dispose of After Use
Disinfection Permitted (see list of approved disinfectants)
Disinfection Procedure
Human Care slings are intended to be used with
one patient at a time. To avoid possible trans-
mission of infectious diseases, it is important to
clean the sling if it has become soiled or if it is to
be used by a different patient.
Approved Disinfectants
Chemical Disinfection: 70% Ethanol, 45% isopropanol or similar
Thermal Disinfection: Wash 65°C (149°F) for a minimum of 10 minutes
Thermal Disinfection: Wash 71°C (160°F) for a minimum of 3 minutes
Note: Add 8 minutes to both thermal disinfection options to ensure heat has penetrated the fabric.
Finish with a rinse cycle.
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Ref: HSG (95) 18: Hospital Laundry Arrangements for Used and Infected Linen, Department of Health, NHS (National Health Service, England)
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www.humancaregroup.com
Solutions to Avoid
Steam sterilization
Iodine based disinfectants
Gas sterilization
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