Pari eFlow rapid User manual

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Caring for your PARI eFlow® rapid
**** This sheet is a guide only and NOT a substitution for the
Instructions for Use supplied with your PARI eFlow® rapid
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Cleaning the Handset and Aerosol Head
1. After each* inhalation session, it is important that the nebuliser handset and
aerosol head are cleaned thoroughly. The simplest way to clean both these
parts is to do the following:
a. Disassemble all parts of the nebuliser
b. Wash all parts (including the aerosol head) in warm water with a little
dishwashing liquid.
(The nebuliser is then cleaned from residual medication, which will
prevent any clogging of the pores of the aerosol head).
c. After washing, rinse thoroughly in running water to wash away any
dishwashing liquid.
d. Place the aerosol head in a mug (for example) of boiling water for
about 5 minutes. (This will ensure that the pores of the aerosol head
are cleaned thoroughly).
e. Leave all parts to dry on an absorbent cloth, and do not reassemble
until completely dry.
* If a patient is using the same handset and aerosol head for different
drugs/medications, it is recommended to clean the whole handset (and
aerosol head) between drugs
(Steps 1 – 3).
This will ensure all medication is
cleaned, which will prevent clogging of
the pores of the aerosol head, and no
mixture of drugs is possible.
As the eFlow® rapid now comes with
two handsets, we recommend that one
handset/aerosol head for each
medication. This will not only save
time, but will also prevent a mix of
medications.

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Residual Volume
Note that about 1mL of medication cannot be nebulised and remains unused in the
medication reservior; this residue must be discarded. This in intentional and does
not represent a malfunction. The device switches off as soon as the membrane of
the aerosol head is no longer coated with medication.
eFlow® rapid easycare® cleaner
Measure the time taken to nebulise precisely 2.5 ml isotonic saline
solution 0.9% without inhaling:
1. If nebulising takes longer than 4 minutes, the aerosol head
should be cleaned with the Easycare cleaning tool
2. If nebulising takes longer than 5 minutes the aerosol head should be replaced
As a guide aerosol heads are efficient for 300-400 administrations therefore replace
approximately:
oevery YEAR if nebulising once per day
oevery SIX months if nebulising twice per day (ask for !a PARI 6-month timer)
oevery THREE months if nebulising four times per day
It is important to remember the easycare® head cleaner will not lengthen the life of
the aerosol head and therefore should not be used any more than twice a week.
How to use Video
A video is available on our website under the product tab, eFlow rapid. If you would
like a copy of this video, please let us know.
http://www.pulmomed.com.au/eFlowrapidvideo.html
Handling & Hygiene Brochure
http://pulmomed.com.au/Brochures/PARI/Lower%20Airways/eFlow%20rapid/eFlow%
20Rapid%20cleaning.pdf
Last updated Monday 16 December 2013