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What is the difference between a Slicker cover and Slicker cushion set?Slicker® Covers are clear, micro matte vinyl protective cover systems that are designed to enhance table sanitation and minimize table maintenance. The covers encapsulate the original table cushion. A Slicker Cushion is a lined foam cushion that is permanently welded inside a Slicker cover to even more effectively prevent cushion penetration by fluids and contaminants. The Slicker Cushion is a much less expensive way to replace the cushion and Slicker Cover at the same time.Back to TopHow can I find product part numbers for my machine?This site is set up by product type, machine manufacturer, and model. Click the type of product you are looking for, and click the name of your machine manufacturer. You will be presented with a list of available model covers and part numbers. We will also give you the manufacturer part number where possible. Stretcher mattresses are shown by size and type, without manufacturer name. Back to TopWhy does the cover/cushion cause my machine to show artifact?RadScan Medical makes our cover and cushions to present the lowest possible x-ray attenuation, but there are some procedures you should follow to obtain the best results that are in the instruction sets that accompany them. All of our CT covers and cushions are designed to be used in conjunction with table safety belts. In use, the flaps will be drawn up around the patient, forming a tublike configuration that contains and keeps contaminants from penetrating the table. If the flaps are allowed to sag or drape the table rails, it may cause some artifact due to the beam passing through the cover material obliquely. The covers and cushions are designed to be as perpendicular to the beam as possible when used correctly. Artifact problems are more likely on smaller machines whose signal strength or machine algorithm may not be as robust as on the larger machines. We work with machine manufacturers on a continuous basis to correct artifact problems as much as possible. Back to TopHow can I make it easier to slide patients into position on the cover or cushion?RadScan Medical uses custom formulated PVC to manufacture our covers and cushions. However, any nonporous material can be difficult to slide across, particularly bare skin. We recommend that you always use a sheet where possible to aid in patient positioning and comfort. If you still have difficulty in moving patients, you can try using an organic cleaner and wax product, such as Pledge® (registered trademark of S.C. Johnson & Son, Inc.). When covers or cushions are cleaned and disinfected, over time a tacky residue may form. An organic cleaner/waxer removes the residue and leaves a wax film that can make it easier to slide across the cover or cushion surface, especially if you are using a sheet. You should consult your site's infection and allergy control policies before using this procedure. Using a sheet should prevent direct patient to cover/cushion contact. Back to TopHow can I remove stains or residues from the cover or cushion?Some antibacterial and cleaning solutions may stain PVC. Normally, washing with a regular detergent cleaner will remove most of the stain. You may also use acetone or an alcohol based cleaner. In difficult cases, some sites have have reported success using a chemical cleaner / disinfectant like CDC-10, from Spartan Chemical Company, which can easily be located using a search engine like Google. Back to TopWhat is the warranty on my cover or cushion?The warranty on all radiology cover and cushion products is 90 days from receipt. Stretcher mattresses are warrantied for 1 year from receipt. If you encounter a problem, you should go back to the company you purchased the product from, and they will arrange for replacement. Often, if you call RadScan Medical directly, we will not have the sales information available to authenticate your warranty unless the product was purchased from us directly. |
