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Maintenance
7 - MAINTENANCE
7.1 - Maintenance Schedule
The Uni-ClipDoc and Ambulance trolley used both require regular
preventative maintenance. Set up and follow a maintenance
schedule. The table at right/below represents minimum intervals
for maintenance.
It is suggested that the Ambulance trolley and UNI-ClipDoc used
for a transportation is visually inspected after every completed
patient transfer.
Keep maintenance records. A sample maintenance record sheet is
provided at the end of this manual.
When using maintenance products, follow the manufacturers’
directions and read the manufacturers’ material safety data sheets.
You can purchase a recommended disinfectant from your Ferno
distributor or Ferno UK Service Department.
7.2 - Disinfection of UNI-ClipDOC
Clean the unit and component parts regularly using warm water
and a mild soap or detergent.
Do not use high pressure washers
Wipe all surfaces with disinfectant. Follow the disinfectant
manufacturer’s instructions for application method and contact
time. Ferno recommends you inspect the equipment for damage
as you clean or disinfect it.
Minimum
Maintenance Intervals
Each U
se
A
s N
eeded
Each M
on
th
Disinfecting
•
Cleaning
•
Inspecting
•
•
Lubricating (trolley)
•
IMPORTANT
Disinfectants and cleaners containing bleach, phenolic, or
iodine can cause damage. Do not use products containing
these chemicals.
7.3 - Cleaning the Ambulance Trolley
Regular cleaning helps reduce the risk of transmitting disease and
enables equipment to function at its optimum.
Steam cleaning or power washing of the trolley with a suitable
cleaning additive is the most effective method of cleaning.
Although sealed to IPX6 rating, avoid spraying directly onto
the electrical components. When using a steam cleaner or jet
wash, ensure to operate at a safe working distance and with the
cleaning nozzle at all times positioned at least 8inch / 20cm from
the surface being cleaned, using water at a temperature no more
than 60
º
C / 140
º
F.
Wipe all surfaces with disinfectant. Follow the disinfectant
manufacturer’s instructions for application method and contact
time. Ferno recommends you inspect the trolley for damage as
you clean and disinfect it.
1. Remove the mattress, restraints and any accessories.
2. Hand clean all surfaces of the trolley with warm water and a
mild detergent.
3. Rinse with warm, clear water. Dry the trolley with a towel
and allow it to air-dry thoroughly, replacing the mattress and
harness/restraints prior to storage.
Once cleaned, dry the trolley with a soft towel, paying particular
attention to swivel and sliding joints. If a compressed air hose is
available, you may find that compressed air jets are more effective
in drying the hard-to-reach places.
7.4 - Reattachment of Mattress and
Restraints after using UNI-ClipDoc
Ensure that the mattress and trolley patient restraints are placed
back on the trolley after each patient transfer using UNI-ClipDoc
has been completed. Take extra care to ensure that the restraint
straps are correctly re-attached to the trolley.
7.5 - Lubrication of Trolley parts
Disinfect and clean the trolley before applying lubricant. Use
the lubricants designated below to lubricate the trolley. Do not
lubricate points marked with the “do not lubricate” symbol.
Your Ferno Trolley will work efficiently and safely only when it is
lubricated. You MUST lubricate all moving and sliding parts after
every inspection or preventative maintenance programme, or if
there is inadequate lubrication for the moving parts to operate
easily and quietly.
In general terms, almost all sliding and moving parts may be
lubricated with light duty grease. A penetrating fluid lubrication
is used on some sliding parts of the trolley. However, when a
penetrating fluid lubricant is used, all excess
MUST
be wiped
away, to prevent any build-up of dust or grime which can clog up
working parts and impede movement.
Do Not Lubricate
Lubricate
IMPORTANT
Lubricating parts that should not be lubricated allows
dirt and foreign particles to collect on those parts,
resulting in damage. Lubricate
only
the numbered
reference points shown.
WARNING
Improper maintenance can cause injury. Maintain the
trolley and UNI-ClipDoc only as described in this manual.
