Allersearch Portable Nebuliser User Manual

Portable
Nebuliser
User Guide
Portable Nebuliser
Intended Use
Recommended for delivering asthma and COPD medication where pMDI and spacer cannot be utilised. Only to be used on the advice of your doctor.
Features
This vibrating mesh nebuliser utilises ultrasonic frequency vibration to turn a liquid drug into
fine mist which is sent to the lungs
Compact and easy to carry
After 20-minutes of continuous operation or when the medicine cup is empty,the device will
automatically shutdown
Built-in low-battery indicator
Warning
Read this before
When using an electronic device, basic precautions should always be followed, including:
1. In the event a patient requires assistance to administer the nebuliser, close supervision is recommended
2. To avoid excessive heat, ensure there is adequate circulation around the device
3. Use this device only for its intended use as described in this User Guide
4. Do not use cotton swabs or other objects to touch the mesh
5. Ensure the medicine cup is empty before storing
6. Do not immerse nebuliser in water
7. Do not use disinfection solution containing sodium hypochlorite
Distributed by:
EBOS Group PTY LTD. ABN 38 125 401 247 Unit 2, 109 Vanessa Street Kingsgrove, NSW 1480 www.eboshealthcare.com.au www.ebosonline.com.au
8. Do not inhale using water in the medicine cup
9. Do not drop the main unit
10. Do not use any attachments or accessories not recommended by the manufacturer
11. Store between 10°C and 40°C
12. Do not exceed the max fill indicator line marked on medicine cup (8c.c marking)
13. Do not disassemble the main body of the device
Important
Do not use this device in a highly humid environment(> 85% RH)
Do not use this product if the medicine cup does not contain any medicine
Keep the device in a flat vertical position and steady during operation to avoid spillage
Do not open the cover of the medicine cup during operation
Keep eyes away from the mist output
Some medicine does not nebulise well, please consult with your doctor
This device has a low-battery indicator
If any irregularity or discomfort is observed, please discontinue use
This product has a built-in 20-minute shut off timer
If a fault is suspected, refer to the Troubleshooting Guide
When device is infrequently used, it is recommended to be cleaned prior to use.
Please refer to cleaning procedure described in the Cleaning and Storage Instructions
Please clean all parts after each use as per the User Guide
Do not immerse this device in water when cleaning
Do not store this device in direct sunlight or outside the storage conditions
Keep this product away from the reach of children
1. Portable Nebuliser Design
Mask
Batteries
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Mouthpiece
Power button: Press to turn on or off.
Battery Light:
ndicates the power condition. (Green - normal/Orange - weak/Red - replace battery)
Main body
Mesh
Medicine cup:
Fill the medication into cup.
Exit button:
Push here to separate the medical cup from the main body.
AC Adaptor Jack:
Plug-in the AC adaptor for power. AC adaptor is not included but can be bought seperately. Refer to accessories.
Battery cover: Open here to replace the battery. Batteries not included.
Warranty against defects. 12 months from date of purchase (the faulty item wil either be repaired or replaced). Does not include accessories, air filters or damage due to misuse or negligence. To make a warranty claim contact the Allersearch Service Agent in your State (contact details are inside the product box, or contact our Customer Service Centre at 1800 269 534). The faulty item will need to be sent to the Service Agent (ask Agent for reply paid information). Faulty items will either be repaired or replaced after inspection, and returned to you. Refurbished parts may be used to repair the goods. Your rights under the manufacturer’s warranty sit alongside the consumer guarantees, which cannot be excluded. Even after expiry of this warranty you may still be entitled to a remedy under the consumer guarantees. Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other resonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure. Distributed by EBOS Group Pty Ltd, Unit 2, 109 Vanessa Street, Kingsgrove NSW 2208. Consumer Support centre 1300 300 330.
2. INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE 3. CLEANING & STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS
W TO
1. If operating for the first time, insert 2 AA batteries as shown. Suggestion: Use alkaline batteries or Ni-MH rechargeable batteries (optional).
Remove batteries if the unit is not in use for long periods.
Discard the waste batteries responsibly.
2. Make sure that all parts such as mouthpiece or mask and medicine cup are clean before use.
3. Push the exit button to seperate medicine cup from main body.
4. Pour the medicine into the medicine cup and close the cover.
5. Reattach the medicine cup to the main body until it clicks into position.
6. Secure mask or mouthpiece and begin breathing normally through the device.
When the power button is pressed and the device starts working,
the green light will display and the timer will commence countdown.
If the indicator turns orange, it shows the battery is weak. If the
device is activated and the power indicator turns red, it means the batteries are exhausted. Replace batteries immediately.
If there is no medicine inside the medicine cup, the indicator
light will turn red and flash four times before the device turns off automatically.
After each use, please clean the following parts:
1. Remove the medicine cup and mouthpiece or mask. Discard all remaining medicine in the cup.
2. Pour in some hot water [about 100°C] and close the cover completely. Avoid excessive water.
3. Press the power button and operate 1-2 minutes to discard all remaining medicine completely.
4. Discard remaining water, clean and air dry medicine cup.
Clean the surface of main body with cotton swabs or a piece
of fine cotton fabric.
Clean the electrode in the main body and medicine cup.
Please do not use volatile liquids to clean
the electrode, e.g. Benzene, thinner or solutions containing sodium hypochlorite.
Clean the medicine cup,mouthpiece and mask with clean water and store in a clean, safe place.
Disinfection
Medicine cup can be disinfected by boiling in hot water.After 10 to 30 minutes of boiling,
shake off excessive water from the cup and let it dry on a clean lint-free [paper] towel. Main unit,
mask and mouthpiece cannot be boiled.
Additional instructions for mesh care
Leave the mesh cap in a white vinegar solution [1 part vinegar diluted with 3 parts of water) for 1/2-1 hour. In addition, the mesh cap may be kept overnight in a cup of distilled water, in which a tablet of dental ['false teeth') cleaner has been added. After cleaning with vinegar or dental cleaner, be sure to shake off excessive solution, thoroughly but carefully rinse the mesh with distilled water. Shake off excessive water from the mesh cap and let it air-dry on a clean, lint free [paper) towel. Should the unit nebulise poorly even after following this procedure, contact your supplier.
4. TROUBLE SHOOTING 5. SPECIFICATIONS
Check the following, if the problem still persists, please contact your supplier.
Cause of failure Causes and rectify measures
Power on, no operation 1. Check if the battery voltage is sufcient.
When the device’s red indicator light is on, the battery power is too low. Please replace the batteries immediately.
Discard the waste batteries responsibly.
2.
Check if the batteries are installed corr ectly? Remove the batteries if the equipment is not likely to be used for some time.
Cannot nebulise or not enough mist output
1. Check if the medicine cup is filled with the appropriate amount of medicine.
2. The mesh in medicine cup is blocked by remaining medicine. Clean medicine cup as per Cleaning Instructions.
3. The mesh surface (mesh output) is covered by water or medication.Remove water or medication from mesh surface.
4. Medicine cup is not installed properly. Release the medicine cup from main body and push it back again.
Power Supply 1.5V X 2, AA Size Alkaline battery Power Consumption Active current consumption Standby current consumption Battery life Continuous operation:
Full battery indication Weak battery indication 2.0V ~2.2V, orange light Low battery indication Operation environment 10~40°C, 30%~80% RH Storage/ Transportation environment -20~70°C, Nebulisation rate 0.2mL/min,~1.0mL/min (Max) Particle size Time AUTO-OFF Power on, operate 20 min. Then auto-off Nebuliser auto-off No medication Medication bottle volume 2~8 mL (Max) Ultrasonic Oscillation Fr equency
Reusable parts life
The specications may be changed without prior notice. * The product has been certified to meet the Harmonized Standard EN60601-1
and EN60601-1-2
2W 650 mA
0.35mA
1 hour (min) for brand new 1.5V X 2, AA, alkaline battery or Ni-MH r echargeable batteries (optional).
2.2V, green light
2.0V, red light
85% RH
~5 micron (MMAD)
103 KHZ~123 KHZ ± 1K Medicine cup, mask, mouthpiece: one year ­based on use once per day
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