ROHO Specialty application cushions - Manual (Page 8)

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COVER REMOVAL & REPLACEMENT:
While a cover is not required, a ROHO cover is included with every MINI-MAX, PACK-IT and Recliner Cushion to
help keep the cushioning device in place.
To cover your cushioning device:
1. Unfold the cover with the non-skid material facing upward and zipper facing you.
2. Insert your cushioning device into the cover with the air cells down.
3. Carefully, close the zipper and turn the cushioning device over so cells are facing up. Your cushioning
device is now ready for use as long as it has been properly adjusted (see Adjustment Instructions in this
manual).
If properly fitted, the cushioning device will lay flat on the surface (non-skid material on the bottom) with all
cells covered.
To remove the cover: Unzip and gently remove the cover from the cushioning device.
CLEANING & DISINFECTING YOUR PRODUCT:
Cleaning and disinfecting are two separate processes. Cleaning must precede disinfection. Product must be
cleaned, disinfected, and checked for proper functioning between multiple patient use.
To Clean the Cover: First remove the cover from the cushioning device. Machine wash in
warm water (40°C) with mild detergent, gentle cycle, or wipe clean with neutral detergent
and warm water. Tumble dry low.
To Disinfect the Cover: Hand wash in warm water using 1/2 cup household liquid bleach per
quart of water (125 ml bleach to 1 liter of water), then rinse thoroughly. The cover can also be
machine washed in hot water (60°C) to disinfect. Air dry.
Note: Follow safety guidelines on bleach container.
To Clean the Cushioning device: Remove the cover, close valve(s) and place in large sink. Use a soft plastic
bristle brush, sponge or washcloth to gently scrub all surfaces. ROHO, Inc. suggests using a dishwashing
soap, laundry detergent, or other multi-purpose detergent used for general cleaning. For institutional
cleaning, a general housekeeping disinfectant cleaner may be used. Rinse with fresh water. Pat dry with
towel or air dry.
To Disinfect the Cushioning device: Repeat cleaning instructions above using a germicidal that meets
infection control needs (ROHO, Inc. suggests a disinfectant with tuberculocidal properties). A solution of 1/2
cup liquid household bleach per quart of warm water (125 ml bleach to 1 liter of warm water) can also be
used. Keep the clean cushioning device wet with bleach solution for 10 minutes. Rinse and dry per cleaning
instructions.
Note: Most germicidal disinfectants are safe if used following the disinfectant manufacturer’s
dilution directions.
To Sterilize the Cushioning device: ROHO, Inc. highly discourages sterilization methods using temperatures
greater than 200°F (93°C). High temperatures accelerate aging and may cause damage to the cushioning
device. If institution protocol demands sterilization, open the valves and use the lowest temperature possible
for the shortest time possible. Gas sterilization is preferable to steam autoclave, but neither is recommended.
If steam autoclaving, make sure all valves are open.
NOTE: DO NOT use oil-based lotions, lanolin, or phenolic-based disinfectants on your cushioning devices as they may
compromise the integrity of the neoprene.