Machine Washable Slings - Cleaning
Instructions (3 steps)
1. Detach the sling from the lift.
2. Close all buckles and hook and loop attach-
ments on the slings and belts prior to washing.
3.
please wash according to local hygiene
legislation. If allowed according to the
product label, tumble dry in low temperature,
Do NOT
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wash with other items that have
rough surfaces or sharp objects
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use any mechanical pressure, pressing
or rolling during the washing and drying
process
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use bleach
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use gas sterilization
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use autoclave
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dry clean
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steam
•
iron
Care and Preventive Maintenance
WARNING
To avoid injury to both patient and
caregiver, never modify the equipment or
use incompatible parts.
Before and After Every Use
Visually check all exposed parts
The caregiver shall inspect the sling before and
after every use. The complete sling should be
checked for all deviations listed below. If any of
these deviations are visible, replace the sling
immediately.
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Fraying
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Loose stitching/delamination
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Cracks
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Tears
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Holes
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Discolouration or stains from bleaching
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Sling soiled or stained
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For Flites
symbol on the head support is intact. If
damaged or missing and the underlying red
sling immediately. See
page 16.
Machine Washable Slings - Cleaning
Agents
detergent without optical brightener.
No other chemicals are allowed e.g. chlorine,
softener, iodine based disinfectants, bromine
and ozone.
When Soiled, Stained and Between
Patients
Clean/Disinfect, All slings except the Flites
The caregiver should make sure that the
sling is cleaned according to "Cleaning and
Disinfection" on page 12, when it is soiled or
stained and between patients.
Flites
Washing or disinfection is not allowed. Do not
wipe, sterilize or soil the Flites. If the Flites has
been subjected to any treatment, it shall be
discarded.
Storage
When not in use, the slings should be stored
away from direct sunlight where they are
not subject to unnecessary strain, stress or
pressure, or to excessive heat or humidity. The
slings should be kept away from sharp edges,
corrosives or other things that could cause
damage on the sling.
Service and Maintenance
inspect the condition of the sling twice a year
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Flites or
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