SMALL VOLUME NEBULIZER
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Step 3: Disassemble the nebulizer cup and
empty it.
Step 4: Wash disassembled parts in mild
liquid detergent and warm water.
Note:
It is not necessary to wash the tubing.
Step 5: Rinse all the parts.
Step 6: Shake off excess water.
Step 7: Air dry parts between folds of paper
towels or on a clean hand towel.
Step 8: Reassemble for use.
Twice Weekly Cleaning and
Disinfection
Step 1: Wash your hands as instructed on
page 6.
Step 2: Wash disassembled parts in mild
liquid detergent and warm water.
Note:
It is not necessary to wash the tubing.
Step 3: Rinse thoroughly.
Step 4: Soak the parts for 30 minutes in a
solution of one part white vinegar and one
part water for disinfecting.
Step 5: After soaking, rinse and shake off the
excess water.
Step 6: If the equipment is not going to be
used immediately, air dry between folds of
paper towels or a clean hand towel. When
thoroughly dry, store in a resealable plastic
bag until ready for use.
To keep your nebulizer compressor dust free,
cover it with a clean towel when not in use.
Do not store the nebulizer on the floor.
Filter Change
The filter should be changed according to the
manufacturer’s recommendation. Please refer
to the manufacturer’s manual for instruction
and required frequency of change.
Physical Problems
If you experience any of the following
problems, call your physician:
• Fever or chills
• Increased wheezing
• Increased mucus production
• Mucus becomes thicker
• Change in mucus color
• Headaches
• Loss of appetite
• Increased shortness of breath
• Chest pain
• Increased cough
• Swelling in your ankles or around
your eyes
• Weight gain overnight
Wash disassembled nebulizer parts
after the last treatment each day