Cleaning Cautions:
ŸDo not immerse the unit in water. It may damage the unit.
ŸDisconnect the unit from the electrical outlet before cleaning.
ŸClean all necessary parts after each use as instructed in this guidebook.
4. OPERATING YOUR COMPRESSOR NEBULIZER
ŸFill the bottom section of the nebulizer with the medication prescribed by
your physician. Be sure that the cone is tted well inside the bottom
section.
ŸAttach mouthpiece or mask per your choice to the top section of
nebulizer.
ŸAttach one end of air tube to the base of the nebulizer.
Note: Prior to initial operation, the nebulizer should be thoroughly cleaned.
ŸPlug the power cord into an appropriate electrical outlet. Make sure at this
stage, the power switch is at “Off” status.
ŸGently twist the top part of the nebulizer counter clockwise to
disassemble the nebulizer.
ŸAttach the other end of air tube to the tube connector located on the front
of the compressor.
ŸPlace your Compressor Nebulizer on a at and stable surface. Be sure that
you can easily reach the controls when you are seated.
ŸGently twist the top part clockwise to reassemble the nebulizer. Be sure
the two sections t well.
Place to ll Medication
When treatment is nished, shut off the unit and unplug it from the electrical
outlet.
+ Unplug the unit from the electrical outlet.
+ Switch off the unit.
+ Wait 30 minutes for the motor to cool down before another
treatment. Make sure the air openings are not obstructed.
The compressor motor has a thermal protector, which will shut off the unit
before the unit is overheated. When the thermal protector shuts the unit off,
please:
5. CLEANING
It is recommended that the nebulizer, mouthpiece and mask be thoroughly
cleaned with hot water after each use and cleaned with a mild detergent
after the last treatment of the day. If your physician or respiratory therapist
species a different cleaning procedure, follow their instructions.
Rinsing (After Each Treatment)
ŸGently twist the nebulizer to open it.
ŸRinse the nebulizer, mouthpiece and mask with water.
ŸReassemble the nebulizer when completely dry and put these parts in a dry,
sealed container.
ŸDry them with clean so towel or let it air dry.
ŸDisconnect the air tube, nebulizer, mouthpiece and mask.
Disinfections:
Please follow the following steps to disinfect your nebulizer unless
otherwise specied by your physician. It is suggested that the unit is
disinfected after the last treatment of the day.
ŸUse one-part white vinegar with three parts distilled water. Make sure
mixed solution is enough to submerge the nebulizer, mouthpiece, and
mask.
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