Maintenance Every Day Keeps the Repairman Away
By Susan Bays, Universal Companies
Treatment Tables / Facial Chairs
- Wipe down daily with a soft cloth and remove any oils or product with a mild detergent.
- Check for looseness or movement not consistent with the normal operation of the table / chair.
- Check weekly to see that the table or chair operates at its full range of movement.
- Tighten all visible nuts and screws monthly / quarterly.
Autoclave
- Remove sealing gasket from inside of lid and wash the gasket with warm soapy water.
- Rinse gasket thoroughly and shake dry (do not wipe).
- Replace gasket in lid by tucking it evenly under all lugs, starting at gasket offset device.
- Clean interior and exterior with warm, soapy water, keeping all electrical parts dry.
Hot Towel Cabi
- Remove any towels and wipe cabinet dry inside.
- Ensure operating temperature is in a safe range.
- Empty drip tray and leave door open.
Steamer
- Empty water and rinse steamer jar.
- Dry the heating element.
- Make sure jar and gasket are clean and dry before replacing.
- Wipe steamer with a damp cloth.
Mag Lamp
- Clean lamp and arm with mild cleanser to remove any product buildup from your hands.
- Refer to cleaning instructions included with lamps that have polycarbonate lenses.
High Frequency & Galvanic
- Clean electrodes with hospital grade surface disinfectant, then wipe with a damp cloth.
- Clean handle with hospital grade disinfectant or 90% alcohol.
Pedicure Spa
- Fill basin with warm water and detergent. Circulate through spa for at least 10 minutes.
- Drain detergent solution and rinse basin.
- Refill basin with clean water and circulate EPA registered hospital liquid disinfectant (bactericide, fungicide, and virucide) for at least 10 minutes
- Drain, rinse, and wipe basin dry with clean paper towel.
Wax Warmer
Stone Warmer
- Empty water and wipe entire interior with a clean, damp cloth.
- Ensure operating temperature is in a safe range.
UV Sanitizer
Check sanitizer bulb to be sure it operates at full strength.
Warming Pad
- Clean pad and cover as needed.
- Ensure operating temperature is in a safe range.
Hydrocollator
- Check the water level and add water, if needed.
- Inspect hydrocollator packs for leaks. Scrub with soap and water if necessary.
- Ensure operating temperature is in a safe range.
Vichy Shower & Hydrotherapy Tub
- Clean with liquid disinfectant spray and rinse thoroughly with fresh water.
- Wipe all control knobs with clean, wet cloth, removing all salt or other treatment products.
Hot Towel Cabi
- Remove any towels and wipe cabinet dry inside.
- Ensure operating temperature is in a safe range.
- Empty drip tray and leave door open.
Rotary Brush
- Clean brushes with antibacterial cleanser and warm water.
- Soak in hospital grade disinfectant for 10 minutes, then dry facing up.
- Clean handle with hospital grade disinfectant or 90% alcohol.
Paraffin Warmer
- Be sure paraffin is at the proper level prior to each use.
- Ensure operating temperature is in a safe range.
Vac Spray
- Clean cupping glasses with warm, soapy water and hospital grade surface disinfectant.
- Clean handle with hospital grade disinfectant or 90% alcohol.