Cleaning Cautions
• Check the air filter, Nebulizer, mouthpiece,
and any other optional components before
each use.
Dirty or worn parts should be replaced.
• Do not immerse the unit in water. It will
damage the unit.
• Disconnect the unit from the electrical
outlet before cleaning.
• Clean all necessary parts after each use
as instructed in this guidebook.
Cleaning Procedures
Please consult with your physician or
therapist prior to cleaning regarding the
use of commercial disinfectants and
appropriate cleaning methods.
Rinsing Technique
(Performed after each treatment):
1) Make sure that the POWER switch has
been turned to the “off” position and the
unit has been disconnected from the
power source.
2) Disconnect the air tube from
the base of the Nebulizer.
3) Gently twist and pull up on the
cover of the Nebulizer to open
and separate,
Fig. 1
.
4) Rinse the Nebulizer and com-
ponents with hot tap water.
5) Dry with clean towels or allow
to completely air dry.
6) Reassemble the Nebulizer and store the
parts in the Compressorʼs storage case.
Cleaning Technique
(Performed after the last treatment of the day
or before first time use):
1) Follow steps 1-4 under “Rinsing
Technique”.
2) Wash all Nebulizer parts, mouthpiece and
other optional components in warm water
and a mild detergent. Rinse in hot tap
water.
Note:
For first time cleaning or after the unit
has been stored for an extended period of
time, thoroughly clean all components.
3) Prepare a vinegar/distilled water solution
of one part white vinegar to three parts
distilled water.
4) Submerge the rinsed parts in the vine-
gar/distilled water solution for 30 minutes.
5) Follow steps 4-6 under “Rinsing
Technique”.
Cleaning the Compressor
Unplug the unit from the power source
Wipe the compressor daily using a soft,
slightly water-moistened cloth.
Note:
Any other form of cleaning or cleaning
agents may damage the finish on the unit.
Changing the Air Filter
It is important to change the air filter
approximately every 30 days or when the air
filter turns gray.
1) Lift up the air filter cover
by gently pulling forward,
Fig. 2
.
2) Discard the gray air filter.
3) Replace with a new,
clean air filter.
4) Securely reattach the air
filter cover to the unit by
pressing down firmly.
Note:
Air filters cannot be cleaned or
washed. Only Digger Dog air
filters can be used. Do not substitute
alternate material such as cotton. Do not
operate without an air filter.
Assembling Your Nebulizer
Follow the cleaning instructions in this
guidebook under “Cleaning Technique” prior
to using your nebulizer for the first time or
after it has been stored for an extended
period of time.
Remember:
Always unplug the Compressor
and make sure the POWER switch is turned
to the “off” position before
cleaning, assembling and
before or after each use.
1) Place the Compressor
on a flat, stable surface
within reach,
Fig. 3
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