Cleaning
Disinfection
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- Before starting any maintenance and cleaning measures the device must
always be switched off at the main switch and the mains cable unplugged.
- Make sure that when cleaning and disinfecting the labels of the device (such
as warnings, labels of control devices, identification plate) are not damaged.
- Make sure that during cleaning and disinfection no liquids penetrate the
device. Do not use sprays.
- If during cleaning or disinfecting liquid penetrates the device, please put the
unit out of service, protect it from being used again and contact your service
representative.
- In order to minimize the risk of infections do always wear protective gloves for
cleaning and disinfection.
- The device and its applied part are not considered critical in relation to
hygiene when used on non-injured and healthy skin (see for example RKI-
Guideline).
Housing /
Foot switch
Cleaning (only manually)
Tools:
Disposable wipes (cellulose, paper)
Alcohol-free plastic cleaner (e.g. cleaner for medical devices)
In case of visible contaminations the housing, foot switch and the tubing can be
cleaned with commercially available alcohol-free plastic cleaners.
Wipe the surface until the contamination is removed, using a soft cloth soaked
according to the specifications of the manufacturer of the cleaning agent but
not dripping wet.
Disinfection (only manually):
Tools:
Disposable wipes (cellulose, paper)
Commercially available alcohol-free disinfectant for metal and plastic, with
bactericidal, virucidal and fungicidal properties or wipes. Observe the
application instructions of the manufacturer.
We recommend that disinfection is to be carried out at least once a week, as
well as if there is any indication of contamination. Consult with your hygiene
specialist when doing so. Always perform cleaning prior to disinfection.
Housing and foot switch can be disinfected by wiping. Use a commercially
available alcohol-free disinfectant for metal and plastic, with bactericidal,
virucidal and fungicidal properties. Observe the application instructions of the
manufacturer. Wipe all surfaces using a cloth soaked according to the
specifications of the manufacturer of the disinfectant, but not dripping, or with
cloth pre-impregnated with disinfectant (wipes).
If applicable, also observe requirements for drying or post-cleaning.
