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LUCAS TM C HEST C OMPRESSION S YSTEM , I NSTRUCTIONS FOR U SE —A PPENDIX B, LUCAS S TABILIZATION S TRAP
5 Care after use
This section describes the routines that should be
performed by the user after each use of LUCAS
Stabilization Strap, before packing it into the
carrying bag.
5.1 C
LEANING ROUTINES
5.1.1 N
ORMAL CLEANING PROCEDURE
1. Clean all surfaces of LUCAS Stabilization Strap
using a soft cloth, wetted in warm water
containing a mild cleaning agent.
2. Wipe all surfaces with a clean moist cloth.
3. If necessary, remove the device straps from
LUCAS and clean separately as described in
step 1. After cleaning, re-attach the device
straps to the support legs (see Section 2).
5.1.2 D ISINFECTION
WARNING – HAZARDS DURING
DISINFECTION
Always wear appropriate protective clothing during
disinfection of LUCAS Stabilization Strap. Follow the
handling instructions from the manufacturer of the
disinfectant.
The normal cleaning procedure is sufficient after
“normal” soiling. If LUCAS Stabilization Strap is
blood-stained or if an infectious patient has been
treated, the device should also be disinfected using
45% isopropyl alcohol with added detergent.
5.1.3 D
ISINFECTION PROCEDURE
After cleaning LUCAS Stabilization Strap, disinfect
it using the following procedure:
1. Wipe all outer surfaces of the device using a
cloth wetted with the disinfectant solution.
2. Allow LUCAS Stabilization Strap to dry before
packing into the bag.
5.2 R
OUTINE CHECKS
After each use and once a week, the following
checks should be performed. Sign each item on the
sheet attached in Appendix C:
1. Check that LUCAS Stabilization Strap is clean.
2. Verify that the device straps are fitted correctly
as shown in Figure 4.
3. Make sure that the support cushion straps are
extended, to speed up the next application of
LUCAS Stabilization Strap.
5.3 S
TORAGE
Always store LUCAS Stabilization Strap together
with LUCAS in the carrying bag (See packing
instructions in Section 6). LUCAS Stabilization
Strap should not be exposed to dirt or moisture
during storage.