Operation; Fitting Accessories - Beurer IH 50 Mode D'emploi

• You can operate the device for approx. 180 minutes
with new alkaline batteries.
• This is sufficient for 5 – 9 uses of saline solution (de-
pending on the dose and duration of each use).
Operating the device with the power pack
Only connect the power pack (13) to the mains voltage
listed on the type plate.
• Open the battery compartment lid to connect the
power pack (13).
• Insert the power pack connector (8) into the connec-
tion socket provided (15), and the power pack (13)
fully into a suitable socket.
Note
• Ensure that there is a socket near to where the unit
will stand.
• Lay the mains cable in such a way that no one can
trip over it.
• To disconnect the nebuliser from the mains after use,
first switch off the device and then remove the plug
from the socket.
• Do not remove the batteries when operating the de-
vice with the power pack (13).
• The power pack (13) cannot be used for charging
batteries.

7. Operation

1. Preparing the atomiser
• For reasons of hygiene,
it is imperative that the
atomiser and accompa-
nying accessories are
cleaned and disinfected
after every use.
If the therapy requires
that various different medicines be inhaled in suc-
cession, ensure that the atomiser is rinsed after
every use. For details, see Cleaning and disinfec-
tion on page 17.
• Remove the cover (1) from the device.
2. Filling the atomiser
• Open the medicine container
(2) by opening the clip, and fill
the medicine container with
an isotonic saline solution or
medicine. Do not overfill! The
maximum recommended fill
amount is 8 ml.
• Use medication only on the advice of a physician,
and check the appropriate inhalation duration and
quantity for your needs.
• If the recommended dose of the medicine is less
than 2 ml, top up this quantity to at least 4 ml using
only isotonic saline solution. Viscous medicines may
also require dilution. Always follow the instructions
of your doctor.
3. Closing the atomiser
• Close the lid of the medicine container (2) and click
the clip in place, and then refit the cover (1).

4. Fitting accessories

• When the required accessories (mouthpiece, adu lt
mask or child mask) have been attached to the de-
vice, attach the device firmly to the assembled medi-
cine container (2).
• The adult mask and child mask must be fitted using
the connecting piece (12) (adapter).
• Now place the device to your mouth and close your
lips firmly around the mouthpiece. When using either
of the masks, place it over the nose and mouth.
• Start the device using the on/off button (5).
• The spray mist coming from the device and the illu-
minated blue LEDs (4) show that the device is work-
ing perfectly.
5. Inhaling correctly
• Breathing technique
The right breathing technique is important to ensure
that the particles are distributed as widely as pos-
sible into the air ways. So that they can enter the air
ways and lungs, you must inhale slowly and deeply,
hold your breath briefly (5 to 10 seconds) and then
exhale quickly.
• You should only use nebulisers to treat respiratory
disorders if advised to do so by your doctor, who will
recommend the medicine, dose and application for
inhalation therapy.
• Certain medicines are only available on prescription.
Note
You should hold the device as upright as possi-
ble. Tilting it slightly will not, however, affect its
function, since the container is leakproof. To en-
sure that the device functions correctly, make sure
that you do not tilt it more than 45 ° in any direction
and that the medicine is in contact with the mesh
while in use.
Important
Essential oils, cough medicines, solutions designed
for gargling, and drops for application to the skin or for
use in steam baths are wholly unsuitable for inhalation
using a nebuliser. These substances are often highly
viscous and can impair the correct function of the de-
vice and hence affect the effectiveness of its applica-
tion in the long term.
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