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Microbiological Formation Prevention
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Installation precautions
In order to limit the growth of bacterial flora, it is
necessary to take action at four levels:
• Avoid stagnating water and make sure proper water
circulation;
• Take precautions against the formation of scale and
corrosion based on the water quality;
• Maintain a high water temperature all the way from
the hot water dispenser to the different distribution
pipes;
• Mix hot and cold water as close as possible to the
point of use.
Use
• Make sure that the water circulates in the bath and
the shower on a daily basis
even if the bathtub is not
used
; and particular to make sure to remove any
water that may be left behind in the hose.
• Let the water flow approximately 5 minutes before the
first bath of the day.
• Clean and disinfect the bathtub according to the
IFU
before the first bath of the day and after the bath of
each patient.
