4.2 CLEANING AND DISINFECTION:
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WARNING! Risk of damage
To avoid infectious exposure, inspect cushion thoroughly and properly clean and disinfect
any materials soiled with blood or other bodily fluids.
CAUTION! Risk of damage
DO NOT use cleaning and disinfecting agents with abrasive, staining, or polymer-
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damaging properties such as phenols, alcohols, or bleaches. Chlorine solutions used
even in low concentrations on a regular basis can diminish the life of the cover.
• Chosen cleaning agents and disinfectants must be compatible with one another in
order to effectively protect the materials on which they are applied.
• Keep clear of open heat sources during cleaning.
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LEANING
Outer Cover: The knitted fabric side of the Elite cover can be wiped with a damp absorbent
towel, cloth, or paper towel. Remove all gross contamination from surface (i.e. food particles,
urine, feces, blood). Spot-clean with mild soap and water.
Back Shell/Hardware: The back shell and hardware/components can be wiped clean with
soap and water as necessary.
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AUNDERING THE
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IMPORTANT! The outer cover MUST be removed from the foam cushion PRIOR
to laundering. (Note: Do Not Dry Clean, Do Not Bleach).
IMPORTANT! Adequate drying is a crucial factor in the care and maintenance of
the covers. The covers should be dried completely prior to use on the cushion. Air
drying of covers is recommended.
Machine Wash or Hand-Wash:
• Remove the Elite cushion cover by releasing the velcro hook & loop fasteners along the
top, bottom and inside of the back shell.
• Carefully remove the Elite cover from the inner foam cushion.
• The outer cover can be hand washed or machine-washed in warm water not higher than 60°C
(140°F), on a delicate cycle. with neutral detergents such as Tide or Persil.
• To avoid possible damage, ensure the cover does not come in contact with any other
sharp garment accessories during laundering.
Drying:
• DO NOT WRING OUT fabric. Hang to dry on a towel-covered wood hanger and drip dry
to minimize wrinkling.
• Alternatively, covers may be tumble-dried on a low/cool setting. Cushion covers should
not be ironed or pressed.
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Polyurethane (PU) coated fabrics can absorb liquids for short periods causing a tem-
porary change to the PU characteristics. The wet cover is more vulnerable to physical
damage and should not be used until fully dried.
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