Graham Field JB112-070 User Manual
Neb-u-Tyke
®
®
Nebulizer Compressor
Item JB0112-070
User Manual
Read this manual before operating the nebulizer.
Save this manual for future reference.
Info: The most current version of this manual
can be found online at www.grahameld.com.
Federal Law (USA) restricts this device to sale by or
on the order of a physician. This device should not
be used unless the operator has been instructed by
a qualied healthcare professional.
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This product has been tested and successfully approved with the
following standards:
UL1431
EN 60601-1
CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................... 3
INTENDED USE ............................................................................................ 3
SYMBOLS KEY ............................................................................................. 4
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ............................................................... 5
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION ................................................................................... 8
FEATURES AND COMPONENTS ................................................................. 8
SETUP ...................................................................................................................9
OPERATION ....................................................................................................... 11
NEBULIZER OPERATION ........................................................................... 11
DRAWING BOARD OPERATION ................................................................ 12
SAFETY OVERLOAD .................................................................................. 13
MAINTENANCE .................................................................................................. 14
CLEANING THE COMPRESSOR’S OUTER CASE ................................... 14
CLEANING THE NEBULIZER CUP ............................................................ 14
CLEANING THE DRAWING BOARD .......................................................... 14
REPLACING THE FILTER ........................................................................... 15
STORAGE ....................................................................................................15
TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................................................................ 16
SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................... 17
LIMITED WARRANTY ........................................................................................18
COMPRESOR DE NEBULIZADOR MANUAL USUARIO (EN ESPAÑOL) ....... 21
GF Health Products, Inc. is not responsible for typographical errors. All
illustrations, specications, packaging and warranties contained in this
literature are based on the latest product information available at the time of
printing. The most current product information, including the most current
version of this manual, can be found online at www.grahameld.com.
Graham-Field, John Bunn, Neb-u-Tyke and Neb-a-Doodle are registered
trademarks of GF Health Products, Inc. © 2009, GF Health Products, Inc.
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INTRODUCTION
This user manual contains important information
and safety precautions for the John Bunn Neb-u-Tyke
Neb-a-Doodle Nebulizer Compressor.
Before using your Nebulizer Compressor, please read and
understand this entire user manual. Take special note of all
safety precautions marked DANGER and WARNING. Save
this user manual for future reference.
Intended Use
The Compressor Nebulizer System is designed to provide
a source of compressed air for aerosol therapy. It is used
in conjunction with a jet (pneumatic) nebulizer to produce
medicated aerosols for inhalation by pediatric and adult
patients with respiratory symptoms.
Indications for therapy include asthma, chronic bronchitis,
infection of the upper respiratory tract, chronic
obstructive pulmonary disease, and other respiratory
disorders in accordance with a physician’s prescription.
Do not use this product for any other purpose than the
preceding. This device can be used with adult or pediatric
patients under physician’s prescription.
The intended use of the Neb-a-Doodle Drawing Board is
drawing, writing, and doodling only.
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Symbols Key
O Off
I On
~ Alternating current
IPX0 Enclosed equipment without protection against ingress of water
Attention (read the instructions)
II Class II (not applicable for UL1431)
BF: This product is in accordance with the degree of protection against electric
shock for type BF equipment. (not applicable for UL1431)
Disposal of Electrical & Electronic Equipment (WEEE): This product should
not be treated as household waste, but submitted to an appropriate collection
point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. For more detailed
information about the recycling of this product, please contact your local city
ofce, household waste disposal service, or the Graham-Field authorized
distributor from whom you purchased this product.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
When using electrical products, especially when children
are present, always follow basic safety precautions,
including the following:
DANGER: Indicates a potential hazard situation or unsafe
practice that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious
personal injury.
WARNING: Indicates a potential hazard situation or unsafe
practice that, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious personal injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potential hazard or unsafe practice
that, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate
personal injury.
s NOTICE: Indicates a potential hazard or unsafe practice
that, if not avoided, could result in product or property
damage.
Info: Provides application recommendations or other useful
information to ensure that you get the most from your
product.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
DANGER: To reduce the risk of electrocution:
1. Always unplug this product immediately after use.
2. Do not use this product while bathing, showering,
washing dishes, or close to water sources of any kind.
3. Do not place or store device where it can fall or be pulled
into a tub or sink.
4. Do not place device in or drop into water or other liquid.
5. Do not reach for a device that has fallen into water.
Unplug it immediately.
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WARNING:Toreducetheriskofburns,electrocution,re
or personal injury:
1. Never leave this device unattended when plugged in.
2. This product contains small parts that may present
a choking hazard to small children, and the tubing
may present a strangulation hazard. Always use close
supervision when this device is used by or near children
or those who require close supervision.
3. Children under the age of 3, or any patient who is unable
to use a mouthpiece properly under supervision, should
use a mask.
4. Use this device only as intended and described in this
manual. Do not use attachments or accessories not
recommended by GF Health Products, Inc.
5. Never operate this product if:
a. it has a damaged cord or plug,
b. it is not working properly,
c. it has been dropped or damaged, or
d. it has been dropped into water.
Return the product to your Graham-Field authorized
distributor for examination and repair.
6. Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
7. Never block the air openings of this product or place it
on a soft surface, such as a bed or couch, where the air
openings may be blocked. Keep the air openings free of
lint, hair and the like.
8. Never drop or insert any object into any openings or hose.
9. Never use this device while drowsy or sleeping.
10. Do not use this device outdoors or operate where aerosol
(spray) products are being used.
11.Donotusethisdeviceinthepresenceofammable
anesthesia or where oxygen or nitrous oxide is being
administered. This device has no AP or APG protection.
12. Connect this device to a properly grounded outlet only.
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13. This device has a polarized plug (one blade is wider
thantheother).Asasafetyfeature,thisplugwilltinto
apolarizedoutletonlyoneway.Iftheplugdoesnott
fullyintotheoutlet,reversetheplug.Ifitstilldoesnott,
contactaqualiedelectrician.Donotmodifytheplugin
any way. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.
14.Unplugthedevicebeforellingorcleaningthenebulizer.
15. This device is oil-free. Do not lubricate.
16. Do not remove the jet nebulizer while the device is operating.
17. Do not leave medication inside the jet nebulizer when it is
not in use.
18. Use the nebulizer intermittently; the maximum operating
period is 30 minutes. The nebulizer must stand unused for
30 minutes between uses.
19. The mouthpiece and masks are for use by one person
only; in order to avoid infection, do not share them.
20. Notice for California Customers- California Proposition 65
WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the
State of California to cause cancer and reproductive or
developmental harm.
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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Features and Components
Please note nebulizer features and components, labeled in
the illustration below.
filtercap
airoutletconnector
fortubing
ON/OFFswitch
reservoirtube
tubing
pushbutton
mouthpiece
nebulizercup
Tadapter
adultmask
pediatricmask
shapes
Neb-u-Tyke Neb-a-Doodle
Nebulizer Compressor
nebulizer
housing
drawing
board
slidetab
stylus
Info: Neb-a-Doodle replacement parts are available at
www.grahamfield.com or from your Graham-Field authorized
distributor.
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SETUP
cap
Info: Before initial operation, clean the nebulizer
cup assembly following the instructions given in
MAINTENANCE/Cleaning the Nebulizer Cup.
WARNING: Ensure that the nebulizer compressor is
unplugged during setup.
1. Before each use, inspect the compressor and nebulizer
cup assembly for damage or wear; replace as needed.
2. Place the compressor on a table or other at stable
surface (not on the oor), in an area that is clean and
dust-free. Be sure you can easily reach the controls
when seated.
3. Open the nebulizer medication cup: Twist the cap
counter-clockwise until it stops, then lift cap off.
4. Pour the prescribed medication into the nebulizer
medication cup. Do not ll with more than 5 ml per
treatment.
5. Install cap on cup. Turn clockwise
cup
to tighten.
install cap
on cup
6. If using the mouthpiece for
treatment, proceed to step 7. If
using a mask, install the bottom
part of the mask directly onto the
mask
cap
top of the nebulizer medication cup
cap as shown at right. Proceed to
step 9.
install mask
on cap
T adapter
mouthpiece
7. Insert mouthpiece into large end of
T adapter.
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assemble
mouthpiece
and T adapter
Info: The reservoir tube, shown in the illustration earlier in
this manual, acts as a holding tank for the mist, reducing the
amount lost during treatment. Its use is optional. If you wish
to use the reservoir tube, install it now on the small end of
the T adapter.
8. Install T adapter onto top of
nebulizer medication cup cap.
9. Connect the tubing to the adapter on
the bottom of the nebulizer medication
cup.
install
T adapter
on cap
T adapter
cup
10. Connect the tubing's other end
to the compressor air outlet
connector.
WARNING: Before use, check that all parts are securely
connected. Use of an improperly assembled nebulizer
could diminish or prevent adequate delivery of medication
and the effectiveness of the treatment.
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OPERATION
Info:
The drawing board must
be removed from the nebulizer
housing before use. To remove
arrow
pushbutton
1
2
the drawing board, push the
button and slide the drawing
board in the opposite direction from the cover arrow.
Nebulizer Operation
s NOTICE: The Neb-u-Tyke Neb-a-Doodle Nebulizer
Compressor is designed for intermittent use only. Do not
operate it continuously for more than 30 minutes for a
single use without turning it off and allowing a cooling
period of least 30 minutes.
1. Ensure that the ON/OFF switch is in the OFF position.
2. Plug the power cord into a properly grounded electrical
wall outlet.
3. Move the ON/OFF switch to the ON position to start the
compressor.
4. Place the nebulizer mouthpiece between teeth and
close mouth (or install the mask on face).
5. As aerosol starts owing, inhale deeply and slowly
through mouthpiece (or mask).
WARNING: Never use a nebulizer with a clogged nozzle.
If the nozzle is clogged, the aerosol mist will be reduced,
altered or stopped, which will diminish or eliminate the
effectiveness of the treatment. If clogging occurs, replace
the nebulizer.
Info: If you need to interrupt treatment, move the ON/OFF
switch to the OFF position.
6. When the treatment is complete, move the ON/OFF
switch to the OFF position to turn off the compressor.
7. Unplug the compressor from power outlet.
8. Disconnect nebulizer from tubing.
9. Clean nebulizer as instructed in MAINTENANCE/
Cleaning the Nebulizer Cup.
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Drawing Board Operation
arrow
pushbutton
1
2
To remove the drawing board, push the button and slide
the drawing board in the opposite direction from the cover
arrow.
To install the drawing board, insert the drawing board on
the side with the housing arrow that matches the cover
arrow, then push it all the way to secure it to the lock
button. This ensures the drawing board stays in place. To
prevent damage to the unit, ensure you do not insert it
from the other direction.
To draw on the drawing board, move the included stylus
pen, pointed end down, along the drawing board. To use
the included shapes, place them on the drawing board and
press lightly.
To erase the drawing board, move the slide tab over the
drawing board.
WARNING: This product contains small parts that may
present a choking hazard to small children. Always use
close supervision when this device is used by or near
children or those who require close supervision.
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