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I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L
MESH NEBULIZER
Model NE-U22
Thank you very much for purchasing OMRON Mesh Nebulizer.
Be sure to read this Instruction Manual before using the unit for you to use it safely and correctly.
Keep this Instruction Manual always at hand for your future reference.
Before Using the Unit
Notes on Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Product Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Product Contents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Names and Functions of the Parts . . . . . . 6
How to Assemble the Main Unit. . . . . . . . . 8
Correct Use of the Unit
How to Prepare the Power Source . . . . . 10
How to Fill the Medication . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 How to Select the Nebulization Mode . . . 14
How to Inhale. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
How to Clean the Unit after Inhalation. . . 16
How to Disinfect the Unit
How to Disinfect. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
How to Replace the Mesh Cap . . . . . . . . 19
Troubleshooting
How to Carry the Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Specifications / Option parts . . . . . . . . . . 22
This unit is a medical instrument. Be sure to follow the instructions of a doctor and use the unit correctly. For the type, dose, and regimen of medication, be sure to follow the instructions of a doctor.
This unit is not appropriate to use as a household inhalator for humidifying the mucous membranes of throat and nose.
The nebulization characteristics of this unit differ by the properties of medication. Especially with the use of a medication having high surface activity or viscosity such as medication solubilizing agent or expectorant, the nebulization rate may be reduced. The nebulization rate may also be reduced when the temperature of medication is low.
This unit cannot nebulize distilled water.
The electromagnetic compatibility of this unit conforms to the Medical
Electric Instrument EMC Standard IEC60601-1-2 (1993 version).
The illustrations in this Instruction Manual are image drawings.
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Notes on Safety Be sure to read the notes on safety before using the unit.
•The warning signs and the sample icons shown here are listed for you to use this product safely and correctly as well as to prevent the risk and the damage to you and others from happening.
•The icons and meanings are as follows.
Notes on Safety Before Using the Unit
For the type, dose, and regimen of the medication, be sure to follow the instructions of a doctor.
• Your symptom(s) may worsen.
When you use the unit for the first time after purchasing it or after not using it for a long period of time, be sure to clean and disinfect Medication Bottle, Mesh Cap, Inhalation Mask, Mouthpiece, and Mask Adapter. (Refer to Pages 14 to 16.)
• Miscellaneous bacteria may propagate and you may get infected.
Clean and disinfect Medication Bottle, Mesh Cap, Inhalation Mask, Mouthpiece, and Mask Adapter after each use. (Refer to Pages 14 to 16.)
Be sure to dry the cleaned and disinfected parts promptly, and store them in a clean place.
• Miscellaneous bacteria may propagate and you may get infected.
When the unit is used by more than one person, be sure to use the disinfected Medication Bottle, Mesh Cap, Inhalation Mask, Mouthpiece, and Mask Adapter for each user.
• The user may be infected.
Keep the unit out of reach of children or infants.
•They may swallow small pieces such as Mesh Cap. The Main Unit may be damaged or may cause injury to children or infants. In case a child swallows a Mesh Cap, immediately consult with a doctor.
Do not plug in or pull out the AC Adapter from the electric outlet with wet hands.
• You may suffer electric shock or get burned.
Do not wash the Main Unit and AC Adapter with water or hot water. Do not immerse them in water.
•The unit may experience electricity leakage or you may suffer electric shock.
•The unit will cause trouble and may not be able to be used.
Rinse off the disinfectant from the disinfected parts with water thoroughly.
• If you inhale from the nebulizer with residual disinfectant, your symptom(s) may worsen.
If you are not going to use the unit for a long period of time, be sure to unplug the power plug from the electric outlet.
• You may suffer electric shock or the unit may experience electricity leakage or catch fire.
Do not use disinfection solution containing sodium hypochlorite.
• The Mesh may not be able to be used after getting covered with rust.
Do not inhale by using water in the medication bottle.
• Your symptom(s) may worsen.
Do not drop medication on the Main Unit or AC Adapter. If you drop medication, immediately wipe it off with gauze.
• If you use the unit while it is wet, it may cause trouble or you may suffer electric shock.
Do not poke Mesh or Vibrator with a cotton swab or a pin.
• The unit may be broken and cannot be used.
Do not drop or apply strong shock to the Main Unit, AC adapter, Medication Bottle, or Mesh Cap.
• They may be broken and cannot be used or you may suffer electric shock.
Do not use the AC adapter other than the one supplied by Omron. Do not use a broken AC adapter. (AC adapter is an optional part.)
• It may catch fire, you may suffer electric shock or the main unit may cause trouble.
Do not disassemble, repair, or modify the unit.
•You may suffer electric shock or injure yourself. The unit may experience electricity leakage or catch fire.
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Product Features
1 Newly developed alloy mesh and titanium vibrator Superior mesh technology that improves nebulization efficiency.
2 Pocket-sized unit.
As the unit is small enough to be placed in the pocket, you can easily carry it around wherever you go.
3 Inhalation possible at various tilt angles.
The new bottle structure enables inhalation at various tilt angles. Nebulization remains stable even when the unit is tilted.
Product Contents Please check the product.
The following items are contained in the box. If any item is missing, please contact the store where you purchased the product or the nearest OMRON dealer.
1. Main Unit |
2. Main Unit |
3. Medication |
4. Mesh Cap |
5. Mask |
Cover |
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Bottle |
(with Mesh) |
Adapter |
6. Mouthpiece 7. Inhalation Mask (S) |
8.Inhalation Mask (L) 9. Storage bag |
(with rubber string) |
(with rubber string) |
10. Instruction Manual
To start inhalation, you must assemble the unit.
Please read the section on “How to Assemble the Main Unit” and understand the points for assembling before starting to use the unit.
(Refer to Pages 6 and 7.)
Product the of Construction / Product the of Features Unit the Using Before
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Names and Functions of the Parts Before Using the Unit
Names and Functions of the Parts
Main Unit Cover
Used for storing or carrying the unit.
Battery Cover Disengaging Lever
Opens and closes the Battery Cover.
AC Adapter Jack to Electrode
Connects the Main Unit and AC Adapter.
Mesh Cap
An alloy mesh is installed for nebulization.
- Mesh Cap is consumable.
Mesh Cap Cover
Protects the Mesh.
Medication Port
Fill the medication by opening the Mesh Cap.
Vibrator
The tip of this Vibrator vibrates at high frequency and pushes out medication from the pores of Mesh.
Electrode
A contact point connecting the Main Unit and the Medication Bottle.
Battery Low Indicator
An orange light flashes when the batteries are worn.
Button
Turns on and off the power with a push of the Button.
Battery Cover
A figure viewed from the above
A figure viewed from the rear
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A figure viewed from the rear
A figure viewed from the rear
Nebulization Port |
Do not insert your |
Nebulize medication here. |
finger into the |
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Nebulization Port. |
Mesh
Efficient nebulization is realized from the minute pores. - Mesh is an extremely minute part. Handle it carefully.
Air Port
Stabilizes nebulization.
Medication Bottle Cap Locking Lever
Opens the Medication Bottle Cap.
-Do not open Medication Bottle Cap except when washing Medication Bottle.
Medication Bottle Cap
Medication Bottle
Stores the medication.
Medication Bottle Disengaging Button
Medication Bottle can be removed when the Buttons on both sides of the Medication Bottle are pressed.
Electrode
Connects the Main Unit and the Power Source.
Power Indicator
A green lamp turns on when the power is on.
Parts the of Functions and Names Unit the Using Before
AC Adapter as Optional Supply |
Cord Band |
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AC Adapter |
Electrode |
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Supplies the power |
Power Plug* |
to the Main Unit. |
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Main Unit |
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Locking Board |
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AC Adapter Connection Stand
*Actual power plug may not be the same as illustration.
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How to Assemble the Main Unit
How to Assemble the Main Unit Before Using the Unit
First, check how to assemble the unit.
You must assemble the unit before starting to use it.
You may find the parts slightly hard to assemble because they are made to prevent the medication from leaking.
Be sure to clean and disinfect the unit before using. Dry the unit after cleaning and disinfecting. (Refer to Pages 14 to 16.)
1Install the Mesh Cap on the Medication Bottle.
-Do not insert the Mesh Cap in the opposite direction.
Insert the Mesh Cap |
Installation is |
perpendicular to the |
complete. |
Medication Bottle. |
Align these points.
Securely close the
Do not insert your |
Mesh Cap and the |
Do not open |
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finger into the |
Medication Bottle. |
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the Bottle Cap. |
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Nebulization Port. |
2 Install the Medication Bottle to the Main Unit.
Clicks.
Align both Electrodes with each other.
Install the Medication
Bottle to the Main Unit.
-If carrying the unit after the Medication Bottle is installed, hold on the Main Unit. Do not hold on the Medication Bottle.
Installation is complete.
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