If you manage or work in healthcare environments or infection control, you need reliable equipment in your sluice rooms. DekoMed produces the Deko 190 bedpan washer disinfector for automatic emptying, washing, and thermal disinfection of reusable human waste containers. This post explains exactly how the Deko 190 operates, what fits inside, and how it manages infection control.
Meeting Infection Control Standards
You rely on your bedpan washer to protect patients and staff from healthcare-associated infections. The Deko 190 is designed to comply with specific international standards. It meets ISO 15883-1 for general washer disinfector requirements and ISO 15883-3 for thermal disinfection of human waste containers.
The machine effectively destroys pathogens. It achieves this because of its specific cleaning and disinfection capabilities against Clostridioides difficile spores, commonly known as C. difficile. As a consequence, this has delivered a consistent, highly effective and reliable method for hospital wards and aged care facilities where C. difficile outbreaks pose severe risks to vulnerable patients.
The unit uses an independent temperature verification sensor. This critical sensor is important because it guarantees that the machine reaches and maintains the specific temperature required for full thermal disinfection during every cycle. You do not have to guess if the machine reached the correct heat level. The machine monitors the temperature and alerts you if a cycle fails to hit the required parameters.
Mechanical Cleaning Power
The Deko 190 uses a highly specific internal washing mechanism. The wash chamber contains 3 rotating spray jets and 8 fixed spray jets. This configuration ensures that pressurised water reaches all surfaces and crevices of the items you place inside, regardless of their specific design or shape.
The system automatically doses a precise volume of detergent at the exact right moment during the wash cycle. The intelligent control system constantly monitors the washing pressure. If the pressure drops, the system recognises the fault. You load the detergent into an easily accessible housing, and a low-level detecting system flashes a red indicator when your chemical volume is running low. This prevents you from running an empty cycle without active cleaning agents.
The unique working principle also cleans and steam disinfects the entire internal system. This includes the wash chamber, the integrated water tank, and the drain outlet. The machine achieves this internal self-cleaning process while minimising the overall usage of water and energy.
Chamber Capacity and Loading
Space efficiency matters in a busy sluice room. The Deko 190 requires exactly 600 millimetres of width and 630 millimetres of depth. Despite this compact external footprint, the internal chamber holds a large volume.
You can process multiple items simultaneously. The standard configuration allows you to automatically empty and process 2 bedpans with their lids and 4 urine bottles at the exact same time. If you need to wash larger items, the machine features an integrated drop-down shelf. You can pull this shelf down to load 4 hand wash basins or a standard mop bucket with its seating ring.
You can also purchase optional holders and baskets to expand the utility of the machine. These inserts allow you to correctly position suction jars, medicine pots, kidney dishes, and even shoes. The machine can safely process nearly all reusable care products that circulate within your ward, provided those items do not contact mucous membranes or broken skin.
User Interface and Controls
DekoMed offers two primary models for this unit: the Deko 190 GT and the Deko 190 ix. The GT model features an updated interface equipped with a modern logic module. It uses a Programmable Logic Controller to manage all operations.
The front panel includes a high-resolution display that provides clear text instructions. You can view real-time cycle information, including the current cycle phase and the remaining cycle time. When the cycle finishes, a green LED indicator lights up, and the display clearly states the cycle is complete. If a fault occurs, a red flashing LED immediately alerts you.
The ix model includes the option for an automatic non-touch door with an optical sensor. This allows you to open the chamber without touching the handle, reducing cross-contamination risks when your hands are full or soiled. The GT model requires manual door operation. Both models lock the door securely throughout the entire cycle to prevent accidental opening while hot water and steam are active inside.
Installation Requirements
If you plan to install a Deko 190, you must prepare your utility connections. The machine requires hot and cold water connections, utilising standard opaque 1/2 inch BSP hoses. The system takes water directly from its integrated water tank.
You must provide a drain outlet with a diameter between 90 and 100 millimetres. The machine includes a built-in vapour condenser. This condenser prevents excessive steam from escaping into your sluice room when you open the door at the end of a cycle, keeping the room dry and safe. The machine also features back-syphon Type A air gap protection to prevent contaminated water from flowing back into your clean water supply.
The unit is sound- and heat-insulated. This keeps your working environment quieter and prevents the exterior panels from becoming dangerously hot to the touch. The machine sits on height-adjustable feet, allowing your installation team to level the unit on uneven floors. Dekomed also offers the option of a full installation by our team of experts if you prefer this solution.
Routine Maintenance and Operation To Maintain Optimal Thermal Disinfection
You need to maintain the machine to keep it running effectively. The microprocessor includes a dedicated service mode. This mode allows your maintenance technicians to test individual components quickly.
The control panel features a multi-level access code system. This enables managers to set specific codes for individual users, maintenance staff, and authorised administrators. The importance of this cannot be underestimated because it effectively safeguards the facility and staff. This is because untrained staff are unable to alter critical cleaning parameters or settings, either deliberately or by accident. The manufacturer also includes a component test mode for diagnostics.
Another benefit of the Deko 190 is that users have the option of adding an integrated serial ink printer. This printer can then produce a verifiable and permanent paper record for every single wash the machine has ever completed. This assists with compliance and regulatory issues.
The Deko 190 has been designed to be easy to operate. You simply load the soiled items, securely close the door, and select your required cycle using the clearly marked start keys. The machine completes the process automatically, emptying the containers, running the pre-wash flush, executing the heated wash with detergent, and finishing with the steam thermal disinfection phase.
If you are interested in purchasing a bedpan washer disinfector, or need to ask any questions about how these products work, then please feel free to get in touch with our helpful, friendly and knowledgeable customer service team today on 0161 483 7333