Cleaning, Disinfection, Reprocessing; Basic Instructions; Air Filter - Fahl NEBUFIRST Mode D'emploi

6.0 CLEANING, DISINFECTION, REPROCESSING

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE DEVICE
Prior to cleaning and disinfection, pull the mains plug out of the wall socket.
Careful handling of the inhalation device has a decisive impact
on the reliability and safety of the device. A regular visual
inspection of the device for external damage and contamination
is indispensable.
The cleaning measures described in the following must be
carried out even when the device is not being used regularly.
Regular replacement of the air filters for the NEBUFIRST
INHALER at 4-week intervals and function checks at intervals
of not more than 3 months are mandatory in order to ensure the
functionality of the device.
These hygiene measures are necessary measures to protect
patients and users and to maintain the functional reliability of
the inhalation device.
If the device is to be used for another patient, professional
reprocessing at the manufacturer's establishment or at an
authorised specialist company in accordance with the Medical
Devices Operator Ordinance (MPBetreibV), the Medical
Devices Act (MPG) and the Federal Association for Medical
Technology (BV-Med) guideline is required.
CAUTION!
The inhalation device is a single-patient product and may
only be used for one patient, since otherwise there is a risk
of infection due to viruses, bacteria or germs. Infections
can cause the spread of life-threatening diseases.
Following inhalation, the device and accessories must
be cleaned and disinfected. This can minimise the risk of
infection. This inhalation device can be reprocessed for
reuse by another patient. When doing this, observe the
instructions in this regard provided in the instructions for
use, particularly in Section 7. (Maintenance / reprocessing
for reuse in other patient). The manufacturer accepts no
liability for unauthorised and incorrect reprocessing of
this device by external companies!
6.1

BASIC INSTRUCTIONS

The inhalation device must be cleaned in accordance with
the following cleaning and maintenance instructions.
The following instructions are the result of long years of
experience. Shorter cycles may be required, depending on the
application and the users' experience.
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A regular visual inspection of the device for external damage
and contamination is indispensable.
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Depending on the use of the device, e.g. for nursing
purposes, additional protective measures must be taken
before beginning inhalation, to ensure that the safety of the
patient, the user and third parties is not jeopardised. For
example, hands should be thoroughly disinfected.
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Disconnect the power supply cable before cleaning.
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The cleaning measures described do not replace the re-
spective regulations valid for the establishment!
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Observe the instructions for use of the manufacturers of
the disinfectants, particularly the information regarding
concentration and material compatibility.
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Risk of fatal injury due to electric shock.
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Surface disinfection of the device should only be performed
with the agents specified by the manufacturer, in order to
avoid damage to the device.
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CAUTION!
Some disinfectant solutions stain the lid components
and connecting tubes somewhat. This has no impact on
the properties of the materials though.
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Basically, the reprocessing instructions given in Section 7
must be observed when the device is used for another
patient.
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The cleaning and maintenance instructions are the result of
long years of experience. Shorter cycles may be required,
depending on the application and the users' experiences.
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The inhalation device and the accessories must be stored
under hygienic conditions!
CAUTION!
● The device must be disconnected from the mains for
cleaning!
● The instructions specified in the instructions for
use must be observed, particularly as regards the
recommended agents.

6.1.1 AIR FILTER

The air filter (made of foam material) cleans the inhaled air,
thus protecting the user and the device.
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The air filter medium cannot be cleaned or disinfected
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For reasons of hygiene, we recommend replacement at
least every 4 weeks. If the filter is strongly contaminated,
it must be replaced immediately. If the air filter is moist, or
if you detect deposits, please observe Section 7.1 of these
instructions. Always use an original air filter.
CAUTION!
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The NEBUFIRST
without an air filter.
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Make sure you always have a sufficient number of spare
air filters available.
Figure 21
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INHALER must not be operated
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Replace the air filter as follows:
Pull the air filter cover (Figure 21)
carefully upwards out of the air
filter insert. Remove the old filter
and insert the new one. Close the
air filter insert by pressing the air
filter cover carefully into the filter
insert.
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