Preparation - Beurer IH 26 Mode D'emploi

plication involve different requirements in terms of
cleaning and hygienic preparation.
Notes:
• Do not clean the atomiser or the accessories me-
chanically using a brush or similar device, as this
could cause irreparable damage and it will mean that
the best treatment results can no longer be guaran-
teed.
• Please consult your doctor about the additional
requirements in terms of the hygienic preparation
needed (hand care, handling of medication/inhala-
tion solutions) for high-risk groups (e.g. patients with
cystic fibrosis).
• Ensure thorough drying after each cleaning or disin-
fection process. Residual moisture or wetness can
represent an increased risk of bacterial growth.

Preparation

• Immediately after each treatment, all
parts of the atomiser [9] and the used
accessories must be cleaned of re-
sidual medication and contamination.
• To do this, dismantle the atomiser [9]
and the nasal douche [7] into their
individual parts.
• Remove the mouth piece [13], the
mask [14, 15] or the nosepiece [16]
from the atomiser.
• Dismantle the atomiser by twisting the top anti-
clockwise against the medication container [12].
• Remove the atomiser insert [10] from the medica-
tion container [12].
• Remove the valve [11] by pulling it out of the atom-
iser [9].
• Reassembly is carried out in reverse order.
Cleaning
Important
The device must be switched off, disconnected from
the mains and allowed to cool down each time before
cleaning.
The atomiser and the used accessories such as the
mouthpiece, mask, nasal douche, etc. must be washed
with hot but not boiling water after each use. Dry the
parts carefully using a soft cloth. Put the parts together
again if they are completely dry and place them in a
dry, sealed container or disinfect them.
When cleaning, ensure that any residue is removed.
Never use any substances for cleaning that could po-
tentially be toxic if they came into contact with the skin
or mucous membranes, or if they were swallowed or
inhaled.
Use a soft, dry cloth and non-abrasive cleaning products
to clean the device.
Do not use any abrasive cleaning products and never
submerge the device in water.
Important
• Ensure that no water gets inside the device.
• Do not clean the device or accessories in the dish-
washer.
• Do not touch the device with wet hands when it is
plugged in and do not allow water to spray on the
device. Only operate the device if it is completely dry.
• Do not spray any liquid into the vents. If liquid pen-
etrates the device this could cause damage to the
electrics or other nebuliser parts and lead to a mal-
function.
Condensation, hose care
Condensation may form in the hose depending on the
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ambient conditions. It is essential to remove the mois-
ture to prevent the bacterial growth and ensure ideal
therapy. To do so, proceed as follows:
• Remove the compressed air hose [8] from the atom-
10 iser [9].
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• The hose must remain connected to the inhaler [4].
• Operate the nebuliser until the moisture is removed
by the air passing through.
• In the event of heavy contamination, replace the
hose.
Disinfection
Please carefully observe the points below when disin-
fecting your atomiser and accessories. We recommend
disinfecting the individual parts on a daily basis after
the last usage as a minimum measure.
(All you need for this is a little white vinegar and dis-
tilled water.)
• First, clean the atomiser and accessories as de-
scribed in the "Cleaning" section.
• Place the disassembled nebuliser, mouthpiece,
nosepiece and nasal douche in boiling water for
five minutes.
• For the remaining accessories, use a vinegar solution
consisting of ¼ vinegar and ¾ distilled water. Make
sure that the volume is sufficient to fully submerse the
parts, such as the atomiser, mask and mouthpiece, in
the solution.
• Leave the parts in the vinegar solution for 30 minutes.
• Rinse the parts with water and dry carefully with a
soft cloth.
Important
Do not boil or autoclave the compressed air hose or
the masks.
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