• Do not immerse the unit in water. It may
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
components with hot tap water.
5) Dry with clean towels or allow to
completely air dry.
6) Reassemble the Nebulizer and store the parts.
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, including the
air tube.
3) Prepare a vinegar/distilled water solution of
one part white vinegar to three parts distilled
water.
4) Submerge the rinsed parts in the
vinegar/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) Gently twist and pull up to remove the air
filter cover.
2) Discard the gray air filter.
3) Replace with a new, clean air filter.
4) Securely reattach the air
filter cover to the unit,
Fig.
2
. The air filter cover will
“click” when it is properly
attached.
Note:
Air filters cannot be
cleaned or washed. Only
CosmoComp 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
.
2) Prepare the accessories
(Nebulizer, mouthpiece,
air tube, power cord and
extra filters).
3) Gently twist the top part
of the Nebulizer counter-
clockwise to separate
into two parts (medicine
cup and cover).
4) Make sure that the green
jet is properly installed inside the medicine
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Fig. 1
Fig. 2
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