5
5. Attach one end of air tube to the base of the nebulizer cup.
6. Attach the other end of airtube to the air tube connector located on the
back of the compressor.
7. Attach the interface accessory of your choice to the top section of the
nebulizer cup.
8. Plug the power cord into an appropriate electrical outlet. Make sure at this
stage, the power switch is at “OFF” status.
9. Press the power switch to “ON” status to begin your prescribed treatment.
10. When treatment is finished, shut off the unit and unplug it from the
electrical outlet.
Important:
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:
b. Unplug the unit from the electrical outlet.
a. Switch off the unit.
c. Wait 30 minutes for the motor to cool down before another treatment.
d. Make sure the air openings are not obstructed.
5. CLEANING
It is recommended that the nebulizer and the mask (or any other patient
accessory interface that is used) 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 specifies a different cleaning procedure, follow
their instructions.
CAUTION:
Before cleaning, make sure the power cord is disconnected from the main outlet.
Rinsing (after each treatment)
1. Disconnect the air tube from the nebulizer cup. Disconnect the mask or other
patient accessory interface from the nebuilzer cup.
2. Gently twist the top part of the nebulizer cup counter-clockwise to
disassemble the nebulizer.
3. Rinse the nebulizer cup and mask (or other patient interface) with water.
4. Let these components air dry, away from direct sunlight.
5. Reassemble the nebulizer cup when completely dry and put these parts in
a dry, sealed container.
