User's Manual

SIM™ User Manual | Ref Code: SUM | GEN4_0024| Version: 8
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10.0 SIM™ cleaning instructions
10.1 SIM™ CLEANING GUIDE
Simavita recognizes that cleaning and disinfection practices vary among Long Term Care Facilities. It is not
possible for Simavita to be responsible for the effectiveness of cleaning the SIM™ system devices and
components.
SIM™ components that come in contact with Residents need to be disinfected after each assessment.
Otherwise transmission of infectious agents to Residents may occur through direct contact with contaminated
equipment.
The level of cleaning required depends on the objects involved and the risk of contamination e.g. Surfaces
that are likely to be contaminated with infectious agents (e.g. shared clinical equipment) require cleaning
between each use. SIM™ components can tolerate up to 300 cleaning cycles.
10.2 RECOMMENDED CLEANING SOLUTION AND PRECAUTIONS
Simavita products are classified as non-critical items (NHMRC 2010) and can be cleaned with a pH neutral
(mild) detergent solution designed for general purpose cleaning. Detergent impregnated wipes may be used
to clean single pieces of equipment such as Simavita products with small surface areas.
CAUTION
 To prevent disease transmission, use disposable water-proof surgical gloves when handling
contaminated SIM™ devices.
 Do not leave the SIM™ pod soaking in water.
10.3 SIM™ POD CLEANING AND INSPECTION
Clean and inspect the SIM™ pod as follows:
1. The SIM™ pod is completely water proof and safe to get wet.
2. Clean the SIM™ pod by washing with water and detergent according to your infection control protocol.
The water temperature must not exceed 40°C or 104°F.
3. The SIM™ pod indicator lights will flash orange when placed in water, which is a normal safety function
of the SIM™ pod. The orange flashing will only occur if sufficient battery charge remains.
4. Dry the SIM™ pod thoroughly using an absorbent cloth especially around the gold pins. Return the dry
SIM™ pod to the SIM™ dock. The indicator lights will resume their normal function and when all lights
turn solid green, the SIM™ pod is ready for the next assessment.