DeCon Hoop
Quick On-Site Decontamination (PATENTED) |
MODELS DH40-4P/DH40-4PH
DECON WASH HOOP
(US Patent #5,205,306) |
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| 6 . 0 Operating Procedures (back to top) |
| 6.01 Locate
and remove DeCon Hoop from storage area in service vehicle.
Carry hoop to DeCon site. Remove components from storage bag if
one is used. |
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6.02 Hoop
Assembly If half hoop assembly is required, assemble half hoop
configuration starting with inlet piece first. Then attache by means
of the affixed cam-lock couplers the second piece of the hoop
which completes the half hoop assembly . Attach the cam-lock
dust caps, which are provided, on the ends of the half hoop
assembly. If full hoop assembly is required remove dust caps
and stow where they will be can be readily located. Assemble
the four hoop halves by joining them together at cam-lock quick
couplers located on each end of hoop pieces. Match up tape
colors which is located at each end of the hoop pieces when
assembling the hoop to insure that the hoop is properly assembled.
You will note that the hoop halves are offset at the ends.
This offset will allow the hoop to be fully joined in one
position only, Again matching up tape colors will insure that
the hoop is assembled properly. Be sure to fully engage and
lock cams on cam-lock
couplers. |
6.03 Extension
Handle Attachment Extension handles are not used when self
DeCon's are performed. Use two extension handles for two man
DeCon's and one extension for one to two man DeCon's (see brochure
for drawings and photos) . One extension handle is used when handle
is not required to be fully extended. Two extension handles
should be used when handles are required to be fully extended.
To attach simply remove lynch pin located at the outer end
of the
center extension tube of the extension handle. Insert the
tube into the tube receiver located on the hoop half which
has the water inlet fitting. This side should always be connected
first in one or two extension handle configurations. Align
pin holes, insert pin and lock in place. Repeat procedure for
second extension handle if use is required. |
| 6.04 Water
Supply Line Connection from source. Remove on\off valve from
swivel connector located on hoop half with water inlet. Caution,
be sure not to loose the inlet filter screen. Attach on\off valve
to supply hose. Set valve to OFF position, check to see that
filter screen is in place, re-attach on\off valve to hoop water
inlet swivel. The opposite end of the water supply hose should
be attached to a valved water source. Multiple connections
at source are provided with MITI ' s Multi Manifolds which
feature 3-6, depending on model selected, 3\4" 500 PSI l\4
turn brass ball valves. |
| 6.05 in
the event the optional extension handle on\off valve relocation
assembly has been attached and it is desirable to use the extension
handle instead of a self DeCon configuration, first attach the
extension handle with the relocation assembly to the hoop.
Locate and connect the short hose supply line provided with
the on\off valve relocation assembly to the swivel fitting
located at the hoop inlet and the apposite end to the swivel
fitting facing the hoop located on the extension handle valve
relocation assembly. Connect the on\off valve to the supply
line from source. Caution, be sure that the inlet filter screen
is in place. Re-connect the on\off valve to the inlet swivel
fitting located on the extension handle valve relocation assembly.
Be sure to connect supply line to swivel fitting which is facing
away from the hoop. |
| 6.06 Waste
Water Retention Pool A proper primary and secondary containment
system, (pool) should be in place prior to use of the DeCon Hoop.
MITI's Portable DeCon Pool Model DP-6 with Disposable Liner is
designed to be used in conjunction with the DeCon Hoop System.
Other approved pools may also be used. |
| 6.07 Test
Before Use After insuring that all connections are tight and
hooked up to the proper source, turn on and charge the system at
the water source valve. Re-check all supply hose fittings for leaks.
Fix as necessary if leaks are found. Test hoop and purge air
from the supply line and hoop by holding hoop over waste pool
and turning on water at hoop on\off valve or at on\off valve
relocated to extension handle if optional relocation assembly
has be attached. All water jets should give an even spray and
the pattern of the spray should be horizontal and in line with
the hoop tubing. If a jet does not produce an even or consistent
spray as the other jets, turn off water at hoop valve, loosen
and remove nylon cap which contains clogged or damaged jet,
clean jet if clogged, replace if damaged, re-attach to hoop,
repeat test procedure. When re-attaching make note of the
alignment of the other jets. Keep the jet tip's machined slotted
opening in an even horizontal position with the hoop tubing.
This will produce the proper spray pattern. Re-test, if ok leave
system charged at pool for use. If not ok repeat procedure. |
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6.08 USING HOOP-SELF DECON |
| Pick
up hoop which is charged and has been configured without the extension
handles attached. Enter the DeCon Pool using the Hoop for balance
and to steady yourself as you enter the pool. The hoop is
strong so don't be afraid to lean on it if necessary during
your self DeCon. CAUTION, due to the slippery conditions that
will exist in and around the waste pool take caution when
leaning on the hoop or using it to steady yourself as it could
slip out from under you. If you are using the MITI DP-6 DeCon
Pool, and should you slip and fall, you will fail on a fabric
coated flexible spring coil that will soften your fall. Once
you are in the pool and feel that you are in control and well
balanced locate and turn on the wash at the on\off valve located
on the hoop. Hold the hoop with both hands and lift it over
your head slowly. Slowly lower the hoop over your head downward
over your body. Remember the hoop sprays water on all sides of your
body and it will be flowing down over your body as well, so
don't get in a hurry. Take your time washing down your upper
one third of your body. A gradual up and down action is best
with a progressive slowly descending movement until the hoop
is at your knees. Do not try to bend over and pass the hoop
down too far as you may loose your balance and fall. After
you reach your knees simply bring the hoop up over your body
and head, position the hoop with one of it ' s flat surfaces
on the pool bottom. While balancing yourself with the hoop
lift one leg and slowly pass your foot and leg through the
hoop. Repeat this procedure with the opposite foot and leg.
Then kneel on one knee while still balancing yourself with the hoop
and slowly pass one hand and arm through the hoop up to your
shoulder. Again repeat this for the opposite hand, arm and
shoulder. Repeat as necessary. After you are through shut
off water to hoop at hoop valve. While still holding onto
hoop for balance step out of pool. |
| 6.09
USING HOOP WITH ONE HANDLE |
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setup is for two man DeCon where one washes the other or for one
man DeCon washing an appliance, barrel or other object. in case
of personnel wash, assist person to be washed into pool. After
you are sure he or she is well balanced and ready, pick up
the charged hoop with one handle attached. Turn on spray at
hoop or optional handle valve. Slowly lift up the hoop and
pass it carefully over the head of the individual standing
in the pool. When the hoop is centered and it will clear the
individual on all sides slowly lower the hoop down first over
the head, then to the shoulders, then back up the head, down
to the chest, back up to the shoulders, down to th e waist
back up to the chest, down to the knees, back up to the waist,
down to the ankles, back up to the knees. Now reverse the process
and come back up the body until you are over the head. It
will also aid in the wash if the individual being washed will slightly
move, rotate, flex or bend their extremities as the hoop passes
by the various areas of their body during the wash. When finished
remove hoop from over the individuals head turn off hoop water
flow at valve and assist the individual out of the pool. Be
sure to inspect individual before he or she leaves the pool
to insure that a complete wash has been achieved if not repeat
the procedure. Perform the same procedure for other non personnel
washes. |
| 6.10
USING HOOP - TWO HANDLES |
The
procedure is the same as the above except two individuals are opposite
one another with each holding onto an extension handle which
is attached to the hoop. This method should be practiced as
coordination between the two individuals must be achieved to
properly wash down a person or
other.v |
| 6.11
USING HOOP WITH PATIENT ON BACKBOARD |
Space
two saw horses inside the DeCon wash pool at a distance that will
enable the back board to be properly supported while the DeCon
wash is being performed. Then place charged hoop, without extension
handle down over one of the saw horses, preferably the one
where the head of the injured person will be placed. Place
injured person on backboard onto the saw horses. Be sure that
backboard and patient are well balanced. Turn on the hoop
at the on\off valve located on the hoop. Slowly bring the
hoop up over the saw horse and over the injured person. Slowly
pass the hoop over the injured person on the backboard using
a slow back and forth movement as you progress down over the
body. Come back up the body using the same back and forth motion.
Repeat as often as required for a complete and thorough wash. The
half hoop configuration may also be employed. When using the
half hoop configuration EXTREME CAUTION MUST BE EMPLOYED so
as to prevent the patient from laying in a pool of contaminated
water as the hoop will only be washing the side of the patient
and backboard that you use it on. Be sure to wash all sides
of the patient and back board thoroughly. Always inspect to
insure a proper wash has been
achieved and that the patient is not laying in a pool of
contaminated water. This inspection should always be performed
with either method mentioned above. Never assume it's ok! |
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| 7.0 Maintenance
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| 7.01 After
use always inspect hoop and extension handles for damage. |
| 7.02 After
use drain all water from hoop and components. Wash off any
contaminant and dry off outside of hoop and extension handles with
soft rag. Stow components in area where they will be located together
and will not be crushed by other equipment. |
| 7.03 Stow
in dry compartment and in stowage bag (optional) . |
| 7.04
Periodically check nozzle jets for leaks, clogs and alignment. Correct
alignment, clean clogged nozzle body and jets or replace "0"
ring seals if necessary. The jets, jet caps and jet bodies
are very durable however occasionally they may be damaged if
they are bumped against metal objects or other. Also inspect
on\off valve and quick couplers. If damaged parts are found
order replacement parts as required and install. |
| 7.05 Extension
handles Keep extension handles free of grit and grime that
will interfere with the extending function of the extension
tube. Occasionally remove and clean center extension tube. Polish
with steel wool to make tube slide in and out easily when installed
in the extension handle, also take care when stowing and handling
so as not to bend or dent the extension tube or tube handle
housing as they will not properly function and may become jammed. |
| 8.0
See Parts List attached
(back to top) |
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| 9.0 Warranty (back
to top) |
| MITI
Manufacturing Company, Inc. warrants it's Portable Hand Tool Products
against defect in materials and workmanship for a period of
90 days. For service or parts information contact: |
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Manufactured by MITI MANUFACTURING CO , INC.
2996 Teller Court * Grand Junction , CO . 81504 USA* 970/243-9500 Fax: 970/243-9200
Website: www.mitico.com
Email: services@mitico.com
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eagerly look forward to, any one, or all of you calling on
us for assistance at any time you desire! |
