Pari LC series User manual

LC Family
©2016 PARI GmbH Spezialisten für effektive Inhalation, 022D0103-O 06/16

IMPORTANT INFORMATION.......................................... 5
General............................................................................. 5
Information about the instructions for use ........................ 5
Structure of safety instructions ......................................... 5
Treatment of babies, children and anyone who requires
assistance ........................................................................ 6
Treatment of patients with a surgically created opening
in the windpipe (tracheostoma) ........................................ 6
Hygiene ............................................................................ 7
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION .............................................. 8
Components ..................................................................... 8
Intended purpose ............................................................. 9
Intended use..................................................................... 9
Contraindications.............................................................. 9
Product variants and combinations .................................. 10
Material information.......................................................... 10
Operating life .................................................................... 10
INHALATION ................................................................... 11
Assembling the nebuliser ................................................. 11
Filling with medication ...................................................... 12
Performing the inhalation ................................................. 14
CLEANING AND DISINFECTION AT HOME.................. 15
Preparation....................................................................... 15
Care of the connection tube ............................................. 15
Cleaning ........................................................................... 16
Disinfection....................................................................... 16
Visual inspection .............................................................. 21
Drying and storage ........................................................... 21
Instructions for use
Information as of: 2016-02. All rights reserved. Technical and design changes
and printing errors reserved. Principle shown in illustrations.
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MISCELLANEOUS .......................................................... 22
Disposal............................................................................ 22
Technical data .................................................................. 22
Explanation of symbols .................................................... 23
Contact ............................................................................. 23
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1 IMPORTANT INFORMATION
1.1 General
Please read these instructions for use carefully and completely.
Do not discard, so you can consult them at a later date. If you
fail to comply with the instructions for use, injury or damage to
the device cannot be ruled out.
If symptoms persist or if your condition worsens, discon-
tinue the application and contact your doctor immediately.
1.2 Information about the instructions for use
These instructions for use are intended for the user at
home. A separate copy of instructions for use is available for
medical specialists.
If these instructions for use are lost, you can request another
copy from PARIGmbH [see:Contact, page23]. The instruc-
tions for use for some products can be retrieved on the internet
in both German and English. Simply visit: www.pari.com (on
the respective product page).
1.3 Structure of safety instructions
Safety-critical warnings are categorised according to hazard
levels in these instructions for use:
– The signal word CAUTION is used to indicate hazards
which, without precautionary measures, can result in minor
to moderate injury or impair treatment.
– The signal word NOTICE is used to indicate general pre-
cautionary measures which are to be observed to avoid
damaging the product during use.
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1.4 Treatment of babies, children and anyone
who requires assistance
Babies, children and anyone who requires assistance must be
supervised constantly by an adult during inhalation therapy.
This is the only way to ensure safe and effective treatment. In-
dividuals in this group often underestimate the hazards in-
volved (e.g. strangulation with the power cord or the connec-
tion tubing), thus resulting in a risk of injury.
The product contains small parts. Small parts can block the air-
ways and lead to a choking hazard. Therefore, make sure that
you always keep the compressor, the nebuliser and the ac-
cessories out of the reach of babies and infants.
Special masks may be obtained for treating babies and infants
who are not yet able to inhale using the mouthpiece.
The nebulisers are only designed for patients who are able to
breathe by themselves and are conscious. This is the only way
to ensure effective treatment and avoid a choking hazard.
1.5 Treatment of patients with a surgically
created opening in the windpipe
(tracheostoma)
Tracheostomised patients cannot use the mouthpiece to inhale
and therefore need the PARITRACHEOSET with a special
tracheostoma mask for an inhalation session. When the
tracheostoma mask is used, the inspiratory valve must not be
attached to the nebuliser. This ensures unobstructed expiration
and avoids the risk of shortness of breath.
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1.6 Hygiene
Observe the following hygiene instructions:
– Do not use product components unless they have been
thoroughly cleaned and dried. Contamination and residual
moisture encourage the growth of bacteria, which increases
the risk of infection.
– Before every use and cleaning, wash your hands
thoroughly.
– Make absolutely sure you also carry out cleaning and drying
before using the device for the first time.
– For cleaning and disinfection, always use fresh water with
reduced calcium content.
– Make sure all components are dried properly whenever you
have performed cleaning or disinfection.
– Do not keep the product and accessories in a damp
environment or together with damp objects.
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2 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
2.1 Components
Check that all components of your PARI product are contained
in your package. If anything is missing, please notify the dealer
from whom you purchased the PARI product immediately.
(1) Nebuliser lower section
(2) Nozzle attachment
(3) Inspiratory valve
(4) Mouthpiece
(5) Child mask soft
(6) Connection tubing (f/f)
(7) Filter insert for compressor
(8) Filter changer
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2.2 Intended purpose
The nebulisers of the PARILCfamily are medication
nebulisers that are designed to be used in conjunction with a
PARIcompressor for inhalation therapy of the lower and/or
upper airways.
Each application generally takes between 5and 10minutes
(depending on the quantity of medication), but in no case more
than 20minutes.
Only original PARIcompressors and PARIaccessories must
be used. PARIGmbH cannot be held liable for damage caused
by using PARInebulisers with compressors or accessories
from other manufacturers.
Please read and follow the instructions for use of the com-
pressor and of the accessories you are using.
2.3 Intended use
The nebuliser is intended exclusively for home use.
For reasons of hygiene, the nebuliser, the mouthpiece and the
masks must only be used by a single patient.
This product is only designed for patients who are able to
breathe by themselves and are conscious.
Only medication that has been approved for inhalation treat-
ment must be used. Take note of any restrictions in the instruc-
tions for use of the medication in question.
2.4 Contraindications
None.
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2.5 Product variants and combinations
The nebulisers of the PARILCfamily can be operated with all
PARI compressors that are available on the market.
The nebuliser is used for treatment of the airways in adults and
children aged approx. 4 years and older. A special baby mask
with baby bend must be used for treating children and infants
who are not yet able to inhale using the mouthpiece.
2.6 Material information
Polypropylene Nebuliser lower section, nozzle attachment,
inspiratory valve, mouthpiece, child mask
Thermoplastic
elastomer
Nebuliser lower section, nozzle attachment,
inspiratory valve, mouthpiece, child mask
Polyester Rubber band
Synthetic rubber
(latex-free)
Rubber band
2.7 Operating life
Replace the nebuliser after a year at the latest as changes can
occur in the material of the nebuliser over time. This might
impair the effectiveness of the treatment.
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