The cleaning instructions presented below replace the current instructions contained in your Operating Instructions manual. Please communicate these changes to the appropriate personnel and keep this technical bulletin on file for future reference.

Coverlet -
Washing and Disinfecting:
If there are visible signs of body fluids and/or substances present, coverlets should be washed between patients. Coverlets can be machine-washed using chlorine bleach (50-150ppm) or an intermediate level disinfectant, such as ProTech1. Bleach and disinfectant should be used according to the manufacturer’s instructions. To determine the amount of bleach or disinfectant to use, determine the amount of water in the washer and then follow the manufacturer’s dilution instructions. Soak the coverlet in the disinfectant or bleach during the wash cycle. Rinse thoroughly in clean water and dry before use.

NOTE! 2.5 ounces of bleach2 per 10 gallons of water is approximately 100ppm of available chlorine.

CAUTION! DO NOT dry the coverlet using the “heat” cycle. Air-dry, or select a low or “non-heat” dry cycle, e.g., air fluff.

Washing Alternative:
If there are no visible signs of body fluids and/or substances present, the coverlet can be sanitized between patients. To sanitize the coverlet:

1. Apply chlorine bleach, or an intermediate level disinfectant at the appropriate dilution to the upper surface of the coverlet. Bleach/disinfectant may be applied either by spraying or by hand application.
2. Ensure surface is completely covered with the bleach/disinfectant.
3. Allow bleach/disinfectant to remain in contact with the surface according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
4. Remove bleach/disinfectant and rinse.
5. Allow to air dry before use.

Outside Shell –
Wipe down with disinfectant, ensuring that all surfaces come in contact with the disinfectant. Rinse off
with a clean damp cloth and allow to air dry.

Air Cell Assembly –

CAUTION! DO NOT machine wash or dry the air cells.

If the air cell assembly is visibly soiled, or if there is an odor, clean by wiping with a disinfectant, prior to use.

If you have any questions, please contact Tridien Customer Service at 800-474-4225 or 954-739-4972.

1. ProTech® is a tuberculocidal disinfectant cleaner and a registered trademark of Central Solutions, Inc.
2. Ultra Clorox® Bleach