Care and Cleaning
The following processes are recommended, but should be adapted to comply with local
institution protocols. If you are uncertain, you should seek advice from your local Infection
Control Specialist.
The AtmosAir MRS should be routinely decontaminated between patients and at regular
intervals while in use.
Ensure power cord is unplugged from wall outlet before performing
care and cleaning.
Do not use Phenol-based solutions or abrasive compounds or pads on
the cover during decontamination process as these will damage the
surface coating. Do not boil or autoclave the cover. Avoid immersing
electrical parts in water during the cleaning process. Do not spray
cleaning solution directly onto the pump.
Fire Barrier
Care should be taken with regards to the fire barrier when the cover is removed. It is
recommended that Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) be used during handling of the
mattress with the fire barrier exposed to avoid contact with loose particles. To ensure optimal
product performance, avoid over-handling of the fire barrier and handle with care. Fire barrier
should be replaced if soiled or damaged.
Cover Cleaning
Welded AtmosAir MRS (Detachable top cover)
1.
If a powered MRS, unplug pump before cleaning.
2.
Push bed linens to center of mattress to wipe down. Remove to launder top cover or
wipe down as described below.
The Welded AtmosAir MRS has a detachable top cover that can be
laundered. However the base is cleaned by wipe down methods only.
Do not launder base or fire barrier as damage may occur.
3.
Wipe and rinse any soiling from the mattress surface and base. Use 1000 ppm
chlorine or 70% alcohol.
4.
Rinse with a wet towel to remove chemicals.
5.
After wipe down, dry surface with towel.
6.
Ensure bed linens are refitted and not wrinkled under patient.
7.
Clean pump and tubes (if needed) by wiping with a damp cloth.
Laundering Detachable Top Cover
1.
Unzip the top cover from the base for laundering. Do not launder base as damage
may occur.
2.
Recommended wash temperature for top cover is 60° C (140° F) for 15 minutes.
3.
Maximum wash temperature is 95° C (203° F) for 15 minutes.
4.
Tumble dry at 60° C (140° F) or air dry.
5.
Maximum drying temperature 80° C (176° F).
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