OPERA - Department of Nursing

Care of your OperaHow often the following actions are taken dependson how often the equipment is used.Unless otherwise stated, before each and every usefollow the cleaning, care and inspection proceduresdescribed in this section.Sling care and cleaning:-Warning: The slings should be checkedbefore and after use with each patient andif necessary washed according toinstructions on the sling, This is especiallyimportant when using the same equipmentfor another patient, to minimise the risk ofcross infection. Also refer to slinginstruction sheet MAX.01510.INT.With regard to laundering, slings shouldnot be classified as linen, but as anaccessory to a patient transfer lifter andtherefore classified as a medical device.Slings should be cleaned and disinfectedonly in strict accordance with themanufacturers instructions.Mechanical pressure should be avoidedduring the washing and drying proceduree.g. rolling or pressing, as these candamage parts vital to the safe andcomfortable operation of the sling.The strap stretcher cross straps andsuspension straps should be checked andif necessary washed. Washing and dryingtemperatures must not exceed 80°C(176°F). Wash using normal detergents,do not iron. Also refer to Sling Instructionsheet MAX.01510.INT.It is essential that the sling attachmentcords, the slings, their straps andattachment clips are carefully inspectedbefore each and every use. If the slings,cords or straps are frayed, or the clipsdamaged, the sling or attachment cordshould be withdrawn from useimmediately and replaced.Lifter care and cleaning:-Warning: It is recommended thatpatient lifters, equipment, accessories areregularly cleaned and/or disinfectedbetween each patient use if necessary, ordaily as a minimum. If the lifter and/orequipment needs cleaning, or is suspectedof being contaminated, follow thecleaning and/or disinfection proceduresrecommended below, before re-using theequipment.For cleaning your lifter, equipment andaccessories wipe down with a damp clothusing warm water to which a disinfectant/cleaner has been added e.g. “ARJOCLEAN” - disinfectant/cleaner orequivalent• Note: “ARJO CLEAN” -disinfectant cleaner is available fromARJO Ltd. or their approved distributors.Caution: Do not over wet areas of theproduct which could cause problems withelectrical components or internalcorrosion.If a hot air dryer is used to dry the lifter,the temperature must not exceed 80°C(176°F)Do not use petroleum based solvents orsimilar, since this may damage plasticparts.Warning: For disinfection ofcontaminated lifters, equipment andaccessories, use the preferred method ofwiping the product completely with “hardsurface disinfectant wipes” that aresupplied impregnated with a 70% v/vsolution of Isopropyl Alcohol.• Note: A rubbing action will benecessary when using the wipes topromote effective disinfection of thesurfaces.31