Problem/
Possible cause/remedy
question
Inhalation
This is necessary for technical rea-
using the
sons. You breathe less medication
mask takes
per breath through the holes of the
longer.
mask than via the mouthpiece. The
aerosol is mixed with ambient air
via the holes.
Why should
There are two reasons for this:
the atomiser
1. To ensure a therapeutically
be replaced
effective particle spectrum,
regularly?
the nozzle hole must not
exceed a specific diameter.
Due to mechanical and thermal
stresses, the plastic is subject
to a certain degree of wear. The
atomiser insert [10] is particularly
sensitive. This can also alter the
composition of the aerosol drop-
lets, which directly affects the
effectiveness of the treatment.
2. Regularly changing the atomiser
is also recommended for hy-
giene reasons.
Should each
Yes, this is absolutely essential for
person have
hygiene reasons.
their own
atomiser?
11. Technical specifications
Model
IH 26
Type
IH 25/2
Dimensions
(W x H x D)
166 x 141 x 148 mm
Weight
1.4 kg
Operating
pressure
Approx. 0.8 to 1.45 bar
Atomiser filling
Min. 2 ml
volume
Max. 8 ml
Medication flow
rate
Approx. 0.3 ml/min.
Nasal douche
Min. 2 ml
flow rate
Max. 10 ml
Sound pressure
Max. 52 dBA
(acc. to DIN EN 13544-1 section 26)
Power supply
230 V~; 50 Hz; 230 VA
UK: 240 V~; 50 Hz; 240 VA
Saudi Arabia: 220V~; 60Hz; 220VA
Expected service
1000 h
life
Operating
Temperature: +10°C to +40°C
conditions
Relative humidity: 10% to 95%
Storage and
Temperature: 0°C to +60°C
transportation
Relative humidity: 10% to 95%
conditions
Ambient pressure: 700 – 1060 hPa
Aerosol properties 1) Flow: 5.3 l/min
2) Aerosol delivery: 0.326 ml
3) Aerosol delivery rate: 0.132 ml/min
4) Particle size (MMAD): 3.07 µm
Subject to technical changes.
Particle size diagram
Measurements were performed using a sodium fluoride
solution with a "Next Generation Impactor" (NGI).
The diagram may therefore not be applicable to sus-
pensions or highly viscous medications. You can obtain
more detailed information from the manufacturer of
your medication.
Replacement items
Designation
Nebulisation stopper
Year pack (contains mouth-
piece, nosepiece, adult mask,
children's mask, atomiser,
compressed air hose, filter)
Nasal douche
Note
If the device is not used according to the instructions
specified, perfect functionality cannot be guaranteed!
We reserve the right to make technical changes to
improve and develop the product. This device and
its accessories comply with the European standards
EN60601-1, EN60601-1-2 and EN13544-1 and are
subject to particular precautions with regard to electro-
magnetic compatibility. Please note that portable and
mobile HF communication systems may interfere with
this unit. More details can be requested from the stated
Customer Services address or found at the end of the
instructions for use. This device meets the require-
ments of European Directive 93/42/EEC for medical
products, as well as those of the Medizinproduktege-
setz (German Medical Devices Act).
20
Particle size (µm)
Material
REF
PP
162.819
PP/PVC
601.28
PP
601.37