Troubleshooting - Beurer IH25 Mode D'emploi

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Troubleshooting

Problem/Question
The nebuliser produces
little or no aerosol
Output is too low
Which medicines are suit-
able for inhalation?
Some inhalation solution
remains in the nebuliser.
What special steps should
be taken for babies and
children?
Inhalation with the mask
takes longer
Why do I need to replace
the nebuliser at regular
intervals?
Does each person need
their own nebuliser?
How often must the filter
be replaced?
How often should I disin-
fect the nebuliser?
Possible Cause/Remedy
1. Too much or too little medicine in the nebuliser.
Minimum: 0.5 ml, Maximum: 8 ml.
2. Check that the nozzles are not blocked
If necessary, clean the nozzles (e.g. by boiling).
Use the nebuliser again.
CAUTION: Only poke implements through the fine holes from the
underside of the nozzle.
3. The nebuliser is not held in an upright position
4. The medicine solution is unsuitable for nebulising (e.g. too thick).
The medicine solution should be specified by the doctor.
Kinked hose, blocked filter, sealing cap (see p. 22) is closed, there is
too much inhalation solution
Only the doctor can advise you which medicine to use to treat your
condition. Consult your doctor.
Essentially all medicines that are suitable and approved for device-
based inhalation can be inhaled.
This is normal and occurs for technical reasons. Stop inhalation if
you hear a notable difference in the noise of the nebuliser.
1. In babies, the mask should cover the mouth and nose to guar-
antee effective inhalation.
2. In children, the mask should also cover the mouth and nose.
Nebulisation next to a sleeping person is not suitable because
insufficient medicine reaches the lungs.
Note: Children should only use the device with help and under su-
pervision of an adult. Never leave a child alone with the nebuliser.
This is for technical reasons. Less medicine is inhaled per breath
through the mask holes than using the mouthpiece The aerosol is
mixed with ambient air through the holes in the mask.
There are two reasons for this:
1. To guarantee a therapeutically effective particle spectrum, the
nozzle holes should not exceed a certain diameter. Due to the
thermal and mechanical stresses, the plastic is subjected to a
certain amount of wear. The nozzle attachment [13] is particu-
larly susceptible to this wear. This can also cause changes to
the droplet composition of the aerosol, which has a direct effect
on the effectiveness of the treatment.
2. You are also recommended to replace the nebuliser on a regu-
lar basis for hygiene reasons.
This is absolutely necessary for hygiene reasons.
Check the filter regularly for contamination and replace it earlier if
necessary.
Following every use (cleaning and disinfection).
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