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HME/HumidiFilter System Instructions for Use
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3. Tracheoesophageal speech with a voice prosthesis is produced by temporarily occluding the
opening of the Humidifilter Holder with a finger or thumb. Note: If the stoma is not completely
occluded, there may be difficulty voicing or a whistling sound.
Cleaning the HumidiFilter Holder
Never clean the HumidiFilter Holder while it is in position in the neck. Only clean the HumidiFilter
Holder after it has been removed from the tracheostoma housing or tube.
1. Pull the HumidiFilter foam filter out of the Holder with forceps and discard the foam. Retain the
HumidiFilter Holder to be cleaned and reused.
2. Clean the HumidiFilter Holder with mild soap and warm water. Rinse with water.
3. Dry with a lint-free cloth or allow to air-dry. Never use facial or toilet tissue to dry the HumidiFilter
Holder as particles of lint or fabric may be deposited onto the device that can be inhaled into the
airway upon reinsertion.
Sleeping
The HumidiFilter Holder must be removed before sleeping in order to avoid the potential for airway
obstruction.
ATSV II HumidiFilter Cap and Foam Filters
The ATSV II HumidiFilter Cap and Foam Filters are intended for use with the Blom-Singer ATSV-II
Hands-Free device. The cap is designed for repeated use. The ATSV II HumidiFilter Foam Filter must
be replaced daily to maintain proper function of the ATSV II HumidiFilter system.
ATSV II HumidiFilter and Cap Assembly and Insertion
1. Insert the HumidiFilter foam filter (diagram 8a) under the crossbar (diagram 8b) of the ATSV
II Faceplate so that one of the slits on the filter is lined up with one end of the crossbar. Pull the
HumidiFilter through so that the second slit is lined up with the opposite end of the crossbar.
2. Place the ATSV II HumidiFilter Cap (diagram 8c) over the crossbar (diagram 8b) and rotate
counterclockwise to lock it into position.
3. Insert the assembled ATSV II/HumidiFilter Cap into the previously applied tracheostoma housing
or tube and gently push the unit until it snaps into place. A properly inserted ATSV II/ HumidiFilter
Cap will fit snugly inside the housing (diagram 9). You should be able to breathe without difficulty
through the device.
Refer to the Adjustable Tracheostoma Valve Instructions For Use manual for complete
instructions on how to properly use the ATSV II for hands‑free speech.
Cleaning the HumidiFilter Cap
1. Never clean the HumidiFilter Cap while the ATSV II/HumidiFilter Cap is in position in the neck.
Only clean the HumidiFilter Cap after it has been removed from the ATSV II. Remove the ATSV II/
HumidiFilter Cap from the tracheostoma housing or tube.
2. Remove the ATSV II HumidiFilter Cap by rotating the cap clockwise and lifting it off from the
faceplate.
3. Pull the HumidiFilter foam filter out with forceps and discard. Retain the ATSV II HumidiFilter Cap
for repeated use.
4. Clean with mild soap and warm water. Rinse thoroughly with water.
Dry with a lint-free material or allow to air dry. Never use facial or toilet tissue to dry the
HumidiFilter Cap as particles of lint or fabric may be deposited onto the device that can be inhaled
into the airway upon reinsertion.
Replacing ATSV II HumidiFilter Foam Filters
Never replace the HumidiFilter while the ATSV II/ HumidiFilter Cap is in position in the neck. Always
replace the HumidiFilter after the HumidiFilter Cap has been removed from the ATSV II.
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