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Technical data

Name:

COMP AIR

Model:

NE-C28

Type:

Compressor Nebulizer

Rating:

230V, 50/60Hz

Power Consumption:

138VA

Operating Temperature/

Humidity:

+10°C to +40°C / 30% to 85%RH

Storage and Transport 

Temperature/Humidity/ 

Air Pressure:

-20°C to +60°C / 10% to 95%RH /  

700 - 1060hPa

Weight:

Approx. 1.9kg (compressor only)

Dimensions:

Approx. 170 (W) × 103 (H) ×182 (D) mm

Contents:

Compressor, Nebulizer Kit, Air Tube (PVC, 

207cm), Mouthpiece, Adult Mask (PVC), 

Child Mask (PVC), 5 pcs Spare Air Filters, 

Carrying Bag, Instruction Manual.

Classification:

Class ll equipment, Type B applied part

   = Class ll 

 

equipment

 = Type B

 

applied part

  Read the instruction

 

manual carefully

 

= Power off

  = Power on

Technical data for the OMRON NE-C28 Compressor with the V.V.T. 

Nebulizer Kit:
Particle Size:

**MMAD Approx. 3µm

MMAD = Mass Median Aerodynamic Diameter

Medication Tank Capacity:

7ml maximum

Appropriate Medication 

Quantities:

2ml minimum - 7ml maximum

Sound:

*Less than 60dB

Nebulization Rate:

*Approx. 0.4ml/min (by weight loss)

Aerosol Output:

**0.4ml (2ml, 1%NaF)

Aerosol Output Rate:

**0.06ml/min (2ml, 1%NaF)

Result of cascade impactor measurements for particle size**

*

  Measured by OMRON HEALTHCARE Co., Ltd.

**

   Independently measured at SolAero Ltd., Canada, Dr. John Dennis, according to 

EN13544-1:2007+A1:2009.

Notes:

Subject to technical modification without prior notice.

This OMRON product is produced under the strict quality system of OMRON 

HEALTHCARE Co., Ltd., Japan.

The device may not work if the temperature and voltage conditions are different to 

those defined in the specifications.

This device fulfils the provisions of the EC directive 93/42/EEC (Medical Device 

Directive) and the European Standard EN13544-1:2007+A1:2009, Respiratory 

therapy equipment - Part1: Nebulizing systems and their components.

Performance may vary with drugs such as suspensions or high viscosity. See drug 

supplier’s data sheet for further details.

Removing condensation from the air tube

If there is moisture or liquid remaining in the air tube, be sure to follow the 

procedure below to remove any moisture from within the air tube.
1)  Make sure that the air tube is connected to the air connector on the 

compressor.

2)  Remove the air tube from the nebulizer kit.

3)  Turn on the compressor and pump air through the air tube to expel the 

moisture.

Changing the air filter

If the air filter has changed colour, or has been used on average for more 

than 60 days, replace it with a new one.

1.

  Pull the air filter cover off the compressor.

2.

  Change the air filter. 

Remove the old air filter with a sharp object, 

such as a toothpick, and insert the new air 

filter.

3.

  Put the air filter cover back in place.

Notes:

Use only OMRON air filters designed for this device. Do not operate without a filter.
Do not attempt to wash or clean the filter. If the air filter becomes wet, replace it. Damp 

air filters can cause blockages.
There is no front or back orientation for the air filters.
Check that air filters are clean and free of dust before inserting them.
To prevent the air filter cover from becoming blocked, wash the cover regularly. Do not 

boil the air filter cover. Remove the air filter cover, wash it, and make sure it is dry and 

reattached correctly.




Cleaning and daily disinfecting
Cleaning

Cleaning the parts after each use will prevent any remaining medication in 

the tank from drying, resulting in the device not nebulizing effectively and 

also for preventing infections.
Firstly, make sure that the power switch is in the off ( 

 ) position, and 

unplug the power plug from the power outlet.

 

Nebulizer Kit, Masks (PVC), Mouthpiece, Nosepiece

Wash them in warm water and mild detergent. Rinse them thoroughly with 

clean hot tap water and allow to air dry in a clean place.

Note

: Nebulizer kit should be replaced after using for 6 months.

 

Compressor, Air Tube

Wipe clean with a soft cloth moistened with water or mild detergent.

Disinfecting

Always disinfect the parts after the last treatment of the day. If the parts are 

heavily stained, replace them with new ones.
Use one of the methods described below:

A

.  Use a commercially available disinfectant. Follow the instructions  

provided by the disinfectant manufacturer.

1) Submerge the parts in the disinfectant for the specified period.
2) Rinse them with clean hot tap water and allow to air dry in a clean place.

Note

: Never clean with benzene, thinner or a flammable chemical.

B.

  Parts may be boiled between 15 to 20 minutes.

After boiling, carefully remove the parts, shake off excess water and 

allow to air dry in a clean environment.

Note

: Do not boil Air tube, Masks (PVC), Air filter and Air filter cover.

  

Caution: Handling the Vaporiser Head

Always wash the vaporiser head after each use.
Do not use a brush or pin to clean the vaporiser head.
When disinfecting the parts by boiling, be sure to boil them in plenty of water.
Do not boil vaporiser head together with objects other than applicable nebulizer    

accessories.
Do not use a microwave oven, dish dryer or hair dryer to dry parts.

Use the table below as a guideline to select a method for disinfecting.

O: applicable ×: not applicable

Parts

Mouthpiece

Nosepiece (optional)

Nebulizer Kit

Air Filter

Air Filter Cover

Adult Mask (PVC) Child Mask (PVC)

Air 

Tube

 (PVC, 207cm)

Materials

PP

PP

PP

(V

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or

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er

 H

ea

d:

PC

)

Polyester

ABS

Mask: PVC

(Phthalate free) Band: Rubber

(non-latex)

PVC

(Phthalate free)

Boiling

O

O

O

×

×

×

×

Alcohol

O

O

O

×

O

O

×

Disinfecting ethanol

Sodium hypochlorite

O

O

O

×

O

O

×

Milton*

(0.1%)

Quaternary 

ammonium

O

O

O

×

O

O

×

Osvan*

(0.1%)

Chlorhexidine

O

O

O

×

O

O

×

Hibitane*

(0.5%)

Amphoteric

Surfactant

O

O

O

×

O

O

×

Tego*

(0.2%)

an example of commercially available disinfectant.




How to use

1.

  Make sure that the power switch is in the off ( 

 ) position.

2.

  Plug the power plug into a power outlet.

3.

  Remove the cap and the inhalation top from 

the medication tank.

4.

  Remove the vaporiser head from the 

medication tank.

5.

  Add the correct amount of prescribed 

medication to the medication tank.

  

Caution:

The capacity of the medication tank is 2 to 7 ml.

6.

  Reattach the vaporiser head to the 

medication tank.

 

7.

  Put the inhalation top back inside the 

medication tank.
1)  Align the protrusion on the inhalation top  

with the indent on the medication tank as 

shown.

2)  Rotate the inhalation top clockwise and  

align with the medication tank until they  

click in place.

8.

  Attach the cap and mask, mouthpiece or 

nosepiece to the nebulizer kit.

Note

:  It is not necessary to attach the cap when 

nebulizing with Adult mask. If the amount of 

aerosol is too great, attach the cap.

9.

  Attach the air tube. 

Twist the air tube plug 

slightly and push it firmly 

into the air tube connector.

10.

 Hold the nebulizer kit as 

indicated on the right.
Follow the instructions of your 

doctor or respiratory therapist.

   

Caution:

Do not tilt the nebulizer kit at an 

angle of greater than 45 degrees 

in all directions. Medication may 

flow into the mouth or it may result 

in not nebulizing effectively.

11.

 Press the power switch to the on ( 

 ) position. As the compressor 

starts, nebulization begins and aerosol is generated. 

Inhale the medication.

12. 

When treatment is complete, turn the power off.

Troubleshooting

Check the following if your unit should fail during operation.

Problem

Cause

Remedy

Nothing happens when the 

power switch is pressed.

Is the power plug plugged into 

a power outlet?

Check that the plug is inserted 

in a power outlet. Unplug then 

reinsert the plug if necessary.

No nebulization or low 

nebulization rate, when the 

power is on.

Is there medication in the 

medication tank?

Add the correct amount of 

medication to the medication tank.

Is there too much/little 

medication in the medication 

tank?

Is the vaporiser head missing 

or not assembled correctly?

Attach the vaporiser head 

correctly.

Is the nebulizer kit assembled 

correctly?

Assemble the nebulizer kit 

correctly.

Is the nozzle blocked?

Make sure that the nozzle is free 

of blockages.

Is the nebulizer kit tilted at a 

sharp angle?

Make sure that the nebulizer kit is 

not tilted at an angle of more than 

45 degrees.

Is the air tube connected 

correctly?

Make sure that the air tube 

is correctly connected to the 

compressor and nebulizer kit.

Is the air tube folded or 

damaged?

Make sure that the air tube does 

not contain kinks.

Is the air tube blocked?

Make sure that the air tube is free 

of blockages.

Is the air filter dirty?

Replace the air filter with a new 

one.

The device is abnormally 

loud.

Is the air filter cover attached 

correctly?

Attach the air filter cover correctly.

The device is very hot.

Is the compressor covered?

Do not cover the compressor with 

any type of cover during use.

Are the ventilation slots 

blocked?

Do not block the ventilation slots.

Note: 

If the suggested remedy does not solve the problem, do not try to repair the device 

- no parts of the unit are user serviceable. Please contact an authorized OMRON 

distributor.

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Cumulative % particle mass of sodium fluoride under size

Cumulative Undersize%

Particle Size  Dp (μm)

Individual tests

Mean

MMAD: 3μm

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