Getting To Know Your Device; Application Area; Signs And Symbols; Warnings And Safety Notes - Beurer IH 55 Gebrauchsanweisung

Contents
1. Getting to know your device .................................. 13
2. Signs and symbols ................................................. 13
3. Warnings and safety notes ..................................... 13
4. Useful information regarding the device ................. 15
5. Description of the device and accessories ............ 15
6. Initial use................................................................. 16
7. Operation ................................................................ 16
8. Cleaning and disinfection ....................................... 17
9. Mains part ............................................................... 20
10. Technical specifications ......................................... 21
11. Disposal .................................................................. 22
12. Replacement parts and wearing parts ................... 22
Included in delivery
See Description of the device and accessories on
page 15
• Nebuliser
• Mesh atomiser with medication container
• Mouthpiece
• Adult mask
• Children's mask
• Power pack
• 4 x AA 1.5 V batteries
• These instructions for use
• Storage bag

1. Getting to know your device

Please read these instructions for use carefully and keep
them for later use, be sure to make them accessible to oth-
er users and observe the information they contain.

Application area

This nebuliser is a mesh atomiser for treating the upper
and lower airways.
By nebulising and inhaling the medication prescribed/rec-
ommended by your doctor, you can prevent diseases af-
fecting the airways, or in the case that you contract such
an illness, you can alleviate symptoms and speed up your
recovery. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for further infor-
mation about the potential applications.
The device is suitable for use at home and on the move.
Inhaler medication should only be used following instruc-
tions to do so from a doctor. Ensure you are calm and re-
laxed when inhaling the medication and breathe slowly and
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deeply to ensure that the medication reaches right down
to the lower bronchi. Breathe out normally.
Once it has been properly prepared, the device can be
used again. Preparation involves replacing all the acces-
sories, including the medication container, and disinfect-
ing the surface of the device using a standard disinfectant.
Please note that all accessories should be replaced if the
device is used by more than one person.

2. Signs and symbols

The following symbols appear in these instructions for use.
Warning
Important Safety note indicating possible dam-
Note
The following symbols are used on the packaging and on
the type plate for the device and accessories.
Applied part, type BF
Observe the instructions for use
Manufacturer
On/Off
Serial number
SN
Protection class 2 device
Do not use outdoors
Protected against foreign objects ≥ 12.5 mm
IP 22
and against water dripping at an angle
The CE labelling certifies that the product
complies with the essential requirements
of Directive 93/42/EEC on medical devices.

3. Warnings and safety notes

Warning
• Before use, ensure that there is no visible damage to the
device or accessories. If you have any doubts, do not
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Warning instruction indicating a risk
of injury or damage to health.
age to the device/accessory.
Note on important information.