AKITA
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JET
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Place all components into the saucepan. Make sure that all components are submerged in
water.
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Boil the water for 5 minutes.
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Carefully remove the components from the saucepan.
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Shake the nebuliser components to remove excess water.
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Place the components onto a flat dry paper towel.
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Let the components dry completely (overnight).
CAUTION:
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Only the recommended disinfection method is validated. Boiling water cannot disinfect the
device as reproducible as the steam disinfector.
5.4
Storage, Transporting
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Make sure that the components have completely dried.
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Between uses and breaks in treatment, wrap the nebuliser in a clean, lint-free cloth (e.g. a tea-
towel) and keep it in a dry, dust-free environment.
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To carry the device around, you can clamp the carrying handle on the metal buttons on each
side on the control unit.
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For transporting, you may pack the AKITA JET Inhalation System in the carrying case provided
for this purpose.
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Keep the nebuliser in a dry, dust-free place protected from contamination.
5.5
Cleaning AKITA JET Control Unit
CAUTION:
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Switch off the AKITA JET control unit and unplug the power cord from socket outlet each
time before cleaning.
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To clean the AKITA JET control unit wipe the exterior of the housing with a damp cloth, and if
it is used by several patients also use a disinfecting cloth.
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To prevent damage to the electrical circuitry, NEVER spray liquids into the ventilation slots.
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If liquid has entered the case, contact Vectura or your service representative. Use your AKITA
JET Inhalation System only after advice from Vectura or your service representative (or after
an examination and possible repairs have been carried out).
5.6
Replacing Filter
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NEVER attempt to clean the control unit filter.
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The filter for the AKITA JET control unit must be changed at least once a year.
