How to maintain my sluice machine

Maintaining hygiene and infection control is crucial in sluice rooms to stop the spread of deadly infections; therefore, having reliable working equipment is vital. A properly functioning sluice machine/bedpan washer disinfector is also essential for efficient and safe waste disposal. To keep your sluice room equipment functioning efficiently and extend its lifespan, it’s important to maintain it correctly. You can do this by:

Regular cleaning

Keeping your machine clean is essential for controlling the buildup of hard scale deposits and ensuring optimal performance.

That’s why we recommend using DeoScale, a water additive to aid in cleaning and controlling the build-up of deposits in our bedpan washer machines. DeoScale has been developed to control scale build-up in water systems and work for varying degrees of water hardness and flow rates. 

Year-on-year servicing 

Regular servicing is crucial for ensuring you get the best performance from your Stanbridge bedpan washer disinfectors. Our highly trained, nationwide team of service engineers provides expert service for your Stanbridge equipment. During a service, our engineers can identify potential issues early on, preventing costly breakdowns. If a problem arises, our engineers will provide straightforward advice to help you decide whether to repair or replace the affected parts.

Maintenance & Repairs 

Because we manufacture in the UK, we can replace individual components rather than whole sub-assemblies. This approach helps keep your costs down and minimises downtime should you experience a breakdown. We also offer speedy, reliable repairs to get your infection control systems up and running as quickly as possible.

It’s also important to keep track of all servicing and maintenance records. This documentation can be invaluable for troubleshooting future issues and assessing the machine’s overall health.

Training 

Staff training is essential for the correct operation of your sluice machine. This includes training on proper loading procedures (avoiding overloading), using the correct equipment and waste disposal methods, and understanding the machine’s cycles and functions. Training minimises the risk of damage to the machine and guarantees efficient operation.

Stanbridge offers expert training and advice for all aspects of infection control and equipment in your sluice room.

The longevity and efficiency of your sluice room equipment largely depend on regular cleaning, servicing, and maintenance. This proactive approach is evident in the long lifespan of Stanbridge machines.  Investing in regular maintenance is an investment in the long-term health and efficiency of your equipment, ultimately saving you time and money.

You can find out more about the longevity of Stanbridge’s machines here.