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USING THE HUMIDIFIER

Before using for the 

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 rst time, rinse the humidi-

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section "Cleaning" on page 21.

While it is being 

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attached to the respiratory therapy device. 

When the humidi

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 er is full of water, it must not 

be laid on its side or turned over because water 
could leak. 

Using the blower when the humidi

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not connected to the therapy tube may lead to 
drops of water being carried along by the air 

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Therefore, only use the humidi

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tube is properly attached.

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Using the Humidi

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Summary of Contents for Aquapoint

Page 1: ...User s Manual Therapy Air Humidifier aquapoint ...

Page 2: ...rposes Please enter your device s serial number here You will find the serial number on the rating plate on the bottom of the device Serial number Please always quote the serial number for all queries and complaints CONFORMITY The device complies with the requirements of Directive 93 42 EEC 2 Info ...

Page 3: ... Instructions 10 Installation Requirements and Transport 11 Intended Use 12 Contraindications 12 Side Effects 12 How the Device Works 13 Description of Device 14 Humidifier 14 Controls 15 Fitting the Accessories 16 Using the Humidifier 18 Filling the Humidifier 19 Connecting the Humidifier to the Device 20 Setting Heating Level 20 Cleaning 21 Troubleshooting 23 Contents 3 ...

Page 4: ...Preparing the Humidifier when Changing Patient 24 Disposal 25 Humidifier 25 Packaging 25 Technical Data 26 Disclaimer 28 4 Contents ...

Page 5: ...SCOPE OF DELIVERY 1 Humidifier 2 Locking mechanism 3 Gasket 4 User s manual 5 Control electronics 1 2 3 4 5 Scope of Delivery 5 ...

Page 6: ...anual through carefully before using your therapy air humidifier for the first time Follow the safety and cleaning instructions in particular Keep the manual in a safe place close to the device so that you can refer to it immediately if necessary 6 General ...

Page 7: ...local accident prevention regulations and general safety regulations in force in the area of use must be observed This symbol denotes general safety instructions Follow these instructions to avoid accidents personal injury or material damage This symbol denotes hazardous situations that may lead to serious injuries or death This symbol denotes hazardous situations that may lead to moderately sever...

Page 8: ...This symbol denotes situations that may lead to material damage or damage to the device This symbol denotes information tips and instruc tions for the efficient error free use of the device 8 General ...

Page 9: ...lication part Protection class II protective insulation CE conformity declaration Manufacturer Follow the user s manual Caution hot Do not dispose of the device with the household waste Please contact the relevant customer services department to find out how to dispose of the device properly General 9 ...

Page 10: ... user instructions for it Only use accessories that have been recommended and supplied to you by the manufacturer or your special ist dealer Do not start the humidifier if it is dam aged or not working In this event inform your specialist dealer imme diately Change the water in the humidifier daily as otherwise germs can multiply 10 Safety Information ...

Page 11: ...able sloping position Never transport or tilt the respiratory therapy device with a full humidifier fitted If you do this water could get into the therapy device and damage it Do not put the respiratory therapy device with a full humidifier fitted in the sun or in the vicinity of heaters or similar Safety Information 11 ...

Page 12: ...eating obstructive sleep apnea syndrome OSAS in patients weighing more than 30 kg The water in the aquapoint must not contain any additives such as medicines salts aromatic oils or other substances CONTRAINDICATIONS No contraindications are known for the use of the aqua point SIDE EFFECTS Possible side effects from the use of the aquapoint are not known 12 Safety Information ...

Page 13: ...s membranes in the upper respiratory passages from drying out The heating power can be set to 5 different levels and can thus be adjusted to the patent s individual require ments The aquapoint has an integral memory that guaran tees that the last set heating level is retained after the therapy device has been switched off or the humidifier has been removed How the Device Works 13 ...

Page 14: ...DESCRIPTION OF DEVICE HUMIDIFIER 1 Air outlet connection for therapy tube 2 Water container with heating plate 3 Sealing cap 4 Air control 5 Air inlet 6 Contact pins 14 Description of Device ...

Page 15: ...CONTROLS 1 Controls 2 Operator key 3 LED indicator Description of Device 15 ...

Page 16: ...the connector 3 Insert the control electronics into the device until they click into place 4 Remove the plastic ring from the device 5 Press the gasket see page 5 right down onto the air outlet To do this use the inverted plastic ring 6 Fit the locking device see page 5 onto the air out let by pushing the locking mechanism with the grip upwards onto the air outlet and then press down slightly in t...

Page 17: ...3 5 2 4 6 1 Fitting the Accessories 17 ...

Page 18: ... attached to the respiratory therapy device When the humidifier is full of water it must not be laid on its side or turned over because water could leak Using the blower when the humidifier is full and not connected to the therapy tube may lead to drops of water being carried along by the air flow Therefore only use the humidifier when the therapy tube is properly attached 18 Using the Humidifier ...

Page 19: ...idifier with cold decalcified boiled water containing no additives Alternatively you can also use distilled water suitable for medical purposes Note the specified maximum fill level 4 Put the air control back on 5 Close the water container by placing the sealing cap on the container and turning it clockwise until it stops 1 5 2 4 3 Using the Humidifier 19 ...

Page 20: ...into place SETTING HEATING LEVEL The humidifier has 5 heating levels By pressing the key you increase the heating power one level each time If you press after level 5 the heating switches off To switch the heating back to level 1 press again The LED indicator shows you what level the heating is set to At level 1 the first LED is lit at level 5 all LEDs are lit The LED display dims automatically if...

Page 21: ...In this way you will prevent limescale accumulating and germs multiplying Clean the humidifier as follows Never use sharp edged or pointed objects for cleaning 1 Turn the locking device to its upper position Detach the humidifier from the respiratory therapy device and take it to a sink unit 2 Open the humidifier by twisting the sealing cap anticlockwise off the water container 3 Remove the air co...

Page 22: ... very thoroughly under running water 6 Rinse the sealing cap and the air control under running water 7 Leave all components to dry completely in the air You can clean the water container the air control and the sealing cap in the dishwasher up to a tempera ture of 60 C However we recommend cleaning them under running water to ensure that food remains from the dishwasher are not deposited on them T...

Page 23: ...n Set a higher heating level Set heating level not displayed Check that the contact pins are inserted into the respiratory therapy device as far as the stop and that the locking mechanism lever is horizontal The therapy device must be switched on Water is leaking from the air outlet Check whether the maximum permissible fill level of the water container has been exceeded Check the cleaning status ...

Page 24: ... must first of all be prepared hygienically When being given to another patient the humidifier must be prepared hygienically by the specialist dealer or the manufacturer The preparation procedure is described in detail in the corresponding hygiene plan 24 Preparing the Humidifier when Changing Patient ...

Page 25: ...es depart ment to find out how to dispose of the humidifier properly Proper disposal saves natural resources and prevents harmful substances being released into the environment PACKAGING The packaging is taken back by the distributor but it can alternatively be disposed of separately with the normal household waste Disposal 25 ...

Page 26: ... W Heating level 4 15 W 20 W Heating level 5 19 W 22 W Relative humidity measured at 24 C and 59 rel humidity Flow Level 1 Level 5 4 hPa 16 l min 85 100 10 hPa 24 l min 70 100 20 hPa 37 l min 60 70 Output of the humidifier system at heating level 5 measured at 24 C and 34 rel humidity 4 hPa 16 l min 13 mg l 10 hPa 24 l min 12 mg l 20 hPa 37 l min 10 mg l The humidifier output may vary under differ...

Page 27: ...erating conditions 1060 hPa 700 hPa approx 400 m 3500 m Therapy tube connection 22 mm cone as per ISO 5356 1 Product class according to 93 42 EEC IIa Classification according to EN 60601 1 Protection class II BF type device CE marking as per EC directive 93 42 EEC The manufacturer reserves the right to make technical changes without notice Technical Data 27 ...

Page 28: ...ance are carried out by persons not authorized by us other manufacturers accessories and spare parts are used that have not been approved by us for use on the product the product is used other than as described in the user s manual or the hygiene and cleaning instructions described in the user s manual have not been complied with Statutory guarantee rights remain unaffected by this 28 Disclaimer ...

Page 29: ...NOTES Notes 29 ...

Page 30: ...NOTES 30 Notes ...

Page 31: ...NOTES Notes 31 ...

Page 32: ...aquapoint eng 0510 04 HOFFRICHTER GmbH Mettenheimer Strasse 12 14 19061 Schwerin Germany Phone 49 385 39925 0 Fax 49 385 39925 25 E mail info hoffrichter de www hoffrichter de Art no 5000 0012 ...

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