Heavy duty cleaning procedure, Ƽ warning, Caution – Invacare 3600XL User Manual
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SECTION 4—SAFETY INSPECTION/TROUBLESHOOTING
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Heavy Duty Cleaning Procedure
ƽ WARNING
The disinfectant dispensing system has been factory tested and calibrated for use with Invacare
disinfectant. The use of any disinfectant with a dilution ratio (½ oz. per gallon) or viscosity level different
than that of Invacare disinfectant will result in an improper mixture of disinfectant and water. This may
cause your system to be improperly disinfected - or in some instances, not disinfected at all. If using any
disinfectant with a dilution ratio or viscosity level different than that of Invacare disinfectant or if
switching from one type of disinfectant to another type, the disinfectant flowmeter must be calibrated
before performing this procedure. Refer to Calibrating the Disinfectant Flow Meter on page 31.
ALWAYS wear rubber gloves, an apron and face shield protection during disinfecting, cleaning and
rinsing procedures. In case of eye or skin contact, follow procedures on disinfectant container.
CAUTION
NEVER use abrasive cleaners like scouring powder or liquid cleaners containing pumice stone. The
use of these types of cleaners will make the gel-coat finish of your tub scratched and dull. NEVER use
cleaners containing iodine, bromine, Betadine or methylene blue. The use of these types of cleaners
will cause the tub to stain. Never use cleaners containing bleach. Use of these types of cleaners will
dry out the rubber seals and gaskets and the tub will not function properly.
Before starting the whirlpool pump, the water level must be completely above the whirlpool jets.
Otherwise damage to the motor/pump will result.
In addition to disinfecting your tub after every use, you will need to perform this procedure approximately once
every 80‐150 baths.
1.
Clean the entire surface of the tub to remove visible tissue
residue and fluid.
2.
Rinse the inside surface of the tub with the shower/massage
wand on the spray setting.
3.
Rotate the water temperature valve to adjust the water
temperature to approximately 105
o
F.
NOTE: This will maximize the cleaning solutionʹs ability to clean and
disinfect the system.
4.
Close the drain.
5.
Make sure the whirlpool jets are open.
6.
Fill the tub one inch above the highest whirlpool jets.
7.
Add the Invacare Heavy Duty Cleaner to the water in the
tub. Refer to the chart for the proper amount.
8.
Spray pre‐mixed Invacare Heavy Duty Cleaner on the
remaining surfaces.
9.
Press the whirlpool on/off button to turn on the whirlpool
pump and let the pump run for 60 seconds.
10. Turn off the pump and allow the heavy duty cleaner/water
solution to remain in the tub for 10 minutes.
11. During this ten‐minute waiting time, take a long handled
brush and thoroughly scrub all interior surfaces of the tub.
12. Open the drain to allow the heavy duty/water solution to
drain from the tub.
13. Use the shower/massage wand on the pulse setting and
direct the spray into both whirlpool jets to back flush until
the water discharging from the whirlpool inlet is clear.
14. Rinse the tub thoroughly with the shower wand on the spray setting.
15. Check the tub for damage and to ensure all surfaces of the tub are clean and that no visible residue
remains. If residue is found, repeat STEPS 13 and 14
TUB
MODEL
NUMBER
WATER REQUIRED
TO COVER JETS
(GALLONS)
INVACARE
HEAVY DUTY
CLEANER
REQUIRED (OZ)*
2800
10
40
2001
32
128
3700
30
120
3750
30
120
3800
30
120
3600
30
120
3650
48
192
3600XL
48
192
2300
25
100
3300
30
120
4300
35
140
4300HL
35
140
5300
52
208
5300HL
52
208
6300
50
200
6300ADH
50
200
4400SS
48
192
5400SS
50
200
*NOTE: If using non‐Invacare heavy duty
cleaner, refer to the instructions supplied with the
cleaner to determine the proper amount required.