CLEANING
WARNING:
Do not apply cold compression pad to patient during the cleaning procedure.
Exposure to cleaning agent may cause injury.
CAUTION: Do not apply a direct stream of any liquid onto the unit's lid, submerge the unit, or allow any
liquid to pool on the top of the lid. The unit's lid contains all of the unit's electronics.
Clean as necessary or if soiled or debris is present in the unit. If using well water, more frequent cleanings
may be required.
Polar Care Wave – Exterior Surfaces
(container, lid, tubing, cold compression pad, and y-adapter)
Cleaning agents
• Mild soap
• Water
for home setting:
Cleaning agents
• Use only mild soap and water on cold compression pad
• Disposable disinfection wipes
for clinical
• Quaternary ammonium
setting:
• Follow the manufacturer's instructions and precautions for the cleaning agent
Procedure:
• Use selected cleaner and a soft cloth to wipe surfaces of container, lid, tubing,
• Wipe dry.
Polar Care Wave – Internal Components
(pump system, internal tubing, inside of cold compression pad and y-adapter)
• Bleach
Cleaning
agents:
• Water
• Connect cold compression pad to unit.
Procedure:
• Fill the unit with cold tap water to the ice line and add 1/3 cup of bleach (5
tablespoons or 79 milliliters).
• Do not add ice.
• Place the lid assembly on the cooler and run the cold therapy for at least 10 min.
• Stop the unit and turn off, disconnect the power supply and place the lid assembly
in the sink or drain.
• Raise the pad above the unit and roll the cold compression pad while still
connected and squeezing the water out of the pad, into the drain or sink.
• Disconnect the cold compression pad, pour the water out of the cooler, rinse and
wipe dry.
you select.
connectors, and cold compression pad.
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