Changing The Filter; Cleaning And Disinfection - Sanitas SIH 21 Mode D'emploi

6. End of inhalation
If the spray is only output sporadically or if the noise
changes during inhalation, you can end the treatment.
• Switch off the nebuliser after treatment using the on/
off switch [3] and disconnect it from the mains.
After use, replac
• e the atomiser [9] in its holder [7].

7. Changing the filter

In normal operating conditions, the air filter must be
replaced after approx. 500 operating hours or one year.
Please check the air filter regularly (after 10-12 nebuli-
sation procedures).
If the filter is very contaminated or blocked, replace the
used filter. If the filter has become wet, it must also be
replaced with a new one.
Caution
• Do not try to clean and re-use the used filter!
• Only use original filters supplied by the manufacturer.
Otherwise, your nebuliser may become damaged or
effective therapy can no longer be guaranteed.
• Do not repair or maintain the air filter while it is in use.
• Never operate the device without a filter.

8. Cleaning and disinfection

Atomiser and accessories
Warning
Observe the following hygiene instructions in order to
avoid any health risks.
The atomiser
• [9] and accessories are intended for
multiple use. Please note that cleaning requirements
differ according to the different application areas.
Notes:
• The atomiser and accessories must not be mechan-
ically cleaned with brushes or similar as this can
cause irreparable damage and the success of the
treatment can no longer be guaranteed.
• For additional requirements regarding the necessary
hygienic preparations (hand washing, handling of
medicines or inhalation solutions) in high-risk groups
(e.g. cystic fibrosis patients), contact your doctor.
• Ensure that all parts are properly dried following all
cleaning and disinfection. Residual moisture or water
droplets can result in an increased risk of bacterial
growth.
Preparation
• Directly following each treatment, all parts of the
atomiser [9] and any accessories used must be
cleaned of medicine residues and contamination.
7. Clean the device
For information about this, see "Cleaning and disinfec-
tion" on page 20.
To replace the filter, proceed as follows:
Caution
• First switch off the unit and unplug it.
• Allow the unit to cool down.
1. Remove filter cap [5] upwards.
Note
If the filter remains in the unit when the cap is removed,
remove the filter from the unit using tweezers or similar.
2. Replace the filter cap [5] containing the new filter.
3. Check that the filter cap is firmly in place.
• To do this, dismantle the atomiser [9] into its com-
ponent parts.
• Remove the mouthpiece [12] from the atomiser.
• Dismantle the atomiser by twisting the upper section
anti-clockwise against the medicine container [11].
• Remove the nozzle attachment [10] from the medi-
cine container [11].
• The nebuliser is later reassembled in the reverse
order.
Cleaning
Important
Before you clean the unit, always switch it off, unplug
it and let it cool off.
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