3 Safety Information .................................................................... 4 Know Your Unit ...................................................................... 7 Accessories and Replacement Parts................................................ 8 Unit Assembly............................................................................ 9 Operating Instructions Battery Installation .................................................................... 11 Using the AC Adapter ................................................................ 12 Filling the Medication Bottle ........................................................ 13 Selecting the Nebulization Mode .................................................. 14 Using the Device ...................................................................... 15 Care and Maintenance Cleaning after Each Use.......................................................................... 16 Daily Disinfecting ...................................................................... 17 Caring for the Device .................................................................. 18 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Guide................................................................ 20 Warranty Information ................................................................ 22 FCC Statement ........................................................................ 23 Specifications ............................................................................ 24 2 INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the Omron® NE-U22V MICROAir® Vibrating Mesh Nebulizer. Fill-in for future reference DATE PURCHASED: SERIAL NUMBER: Staple your purchase receipt here. Omron Healthcare has moved forward in the development of electronic nebulizer technology with the introduction of the NE-U22V MICROAir® Vibrating Mesh Nebulizer. Focusing on patient convenience and compliance as its goal, this device offers ultimate portability for wherever you go and revolutionary vibrating mesh technology that provides a precise, powerful and effective treatment every time. The MICROAir® is a vibrating mesh nebulizer system designed to aerosolize liquid medications for inhalation by the patient. The device may be used with pediatric and adult patients in the home, hospital, and sub-acute care settings. Your NE-U22V MICROAir® comes with the following components: • Main Unit • Unit Cover • Medication Bottle • Mesh Cap • Mask and Mouthpiece Adapter • Mouthpiece • Storage Case • Instruction Manual • Instructional DVD The following are optional accessories sold separately: • AC Adapter • Child Mask The MICROAir® is a prescription medical device. Operate this device only as instructed by your physician and/or licensed healthcare practitioner. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 3 SAFETY INFORMATION To assure the correct use of the product basic safety measures should always be followed including the warnings and cautions listed in this instruction manual. SAFETY ICONS USED IN THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury to the user or patient or damage to the equipment or other property. OPERATING THE DEVICE Read all the information in the instruction book and any other literature included in the box before using the unit. For type, dose, and regimen of medication follow the instructions of your physician and/or licenced healthcare practitioner. Pentamidine is not an approved medication for use with this device. Do not use tap or mineral water in the nebulizer for nebulizing purposes. Clean and disinfect the Medication Bottle, Mesh Cap, Mask, Mouthpiece and Mask and Mouthpiece Adapter before using the device for the first time after purchase. If the device has not been used for a long period of time, clean and disinfect the Medication Bottle, Mesh Cap, Mask, Mouthpiece, and Mask and Mouthpiece Adapter before using them. Always dispose of any remaining medication in the medication cup after each use. Use fresh medication each time you use the device. Do not leave the device or its parts where it will be exposed to extreme temperatures or changes in humidity, such as leaving the device in a vehicle during warm or hot months, or where it will be exposed to direct sunlight. 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES OPERATING THE DEVICE (continued) Provide close supervision when this device is used by, on, or near infants, children or compromised individuals. Inspect the main unit and the nebulizer parts each time before using the device. Make sure no parts are damaged, the device is assembled properly, and the device operates normally. To prevent damage to the device, add the medication slowly. Do not allow the medication to overflow the Medication Port. Do not add more than 7 mL of medication to the medication cup. To prevent damage to the device, mak...