Cleaning And Disinfection - Beurer IH 55 Mode D'emploi

• If the prescribed quantity of medication is less than 2
ml, top this up to at least 4 ml with isotonic saline solu-
tion only. Dilution is also necessary with viscous med-
ications. Here too, please observe the instructions of
your doctor.
3. Closing the atomiser
• Close the lid of the medication container (1) and fas-
ten the clip.
4. Connecting an accessory
• Firmly connect the desired accessory (mouthpiece,
adult mask or children's mask) to the outlet of the mesh
atomiser (2) by inserting it.
• Now place the device to your mouth and put your lips
firmly around the mouthpiece. When using the mask(s),
please place the mask over your nose and mouth.
• Start the device using the On/Off button (3).
• The spray mist pouring out of the device and the LEDs
glowing blue (3) indicate that the device is operating
correctly.
Note
The most effective form of nebulisation is by using the
mouthpiece. Nebulisation using a mask is only recom-
mended if it is not possible to use a mouthpiece (e.g. for
children who are not yet able to inhale using a mouth-
piece).
When using a mask to inhale, take care to ensure the
mask fits well and the eyes are unobstructed.
5. Inhaling correctly
Breathing technique
• It is important to use the correct breathing technique
to ensure that the particles are distributed as widely as
possible across the airways. To ensure that the particles
reach your airways and lungs, you must breathe in slow-
ly and deeply, then hold your breath briefly (5 to 10 sec-
onds) and then breathe out quickly.
• Nebulisers should only be used for the treatment of res-
piratory diseases after consultation with your doctor.
He or she will advise you about the selection, dosage
and use of medications suitable for inhalation therapy.
• Certain medications are only available with a prescrip-
tion.
Note
You should hold the device as vertically as possible.
However, a slight angle will not affect the application,
as the container is leak proof. For full functionality of
the device, ensure when using it that the medication
is in contact with the mesh.
Important
Essential oils, cough syrups, gargling solutions and drops
to be used as a rub or in a steam bath are wholly unsuit-
able for inhalation using a nebuliser. These additions are
often viscous and can impair the correct functioning of the
device and therefore the effectiveness of the application
in the long-term.
For individuals with a hypersensitive bronchial system,
medications containing essential oils may under cer-
tain conditions cause an acute bronchospasm (a sud-
den cramp-like restriction of the bronchi with shortness
of breath). Consult your doctor or pharmacist in relation
to this matter.
6. Stopping inhalation
• When you have finished the treatment, switch off the
device using the On/Off button (3).
• The LED indicators (3) go out.
• If the inhalant is nebulised, the device switches off auto-
matically. For technical reasons, a small amount of med-
ication remains in the medication container (1).
• Do not use this.
7. Carry out cleaning
See "Cleaning and disinfection" on page 17.

8. Cleaning and disinfection

Warning
Adhere to the following hygiene instructions to avoid
health risks.
• The atomiser and accessories are designed for multi-
ple use. Please note that different areas of application
involve different requirements in terms of cleaning and
hygienic preparation.
Note
• Do not clean the mesh or the accessories mechanical-
ly using a brush or similar device, as this could cause
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