Pari LC plus User manual

REMEMBER
REPLACEYOUR REUSABLE NEBULIZER CUP EVERY SIX MONTHS
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
Nebulizer for single patient use only
INCLUDES INSTRUCTIONS FORTHE PARI LC PLUS®NEBULIZER
IMPORTANT: READ INSTRUCTIONS AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS BEFORE USE
READ ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE. USE THE PRODUCT ONLY FOR ITS INTENDED USE
AS DESCRIBED IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE. IMPROPER USE CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS OR FATAL ILLNESS/
INJURY, IMPROPER TREATMENT OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
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A. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - LC PLUS®
CAUTION
US Federal Law restricts this device to sale by or on
the order of a physician. Use only when prescribed by a
physician and with the prescribed medication.
The LC PLUS®is a handheld nebulizer, designed to
aerosolize medication approved for nebulization and
prescribed by a physician.The LC PLUS®is intended for
adult and pediatric patients consistent with the indications
for the aerosol medication. Improper use can result in
serious or fatal illness or injury. Nebulizer is not sterile.
WARNING
Use only when prescribed by a physician and with the
prescribed medication. In order to achieve the specified
droplet characteristics the compressor or central air
supply must provide 3.5 - 8 lpm at a minimum of 20psi.
WARNING
1. To reduce the risk of increased bacterial growth,
infection, illness, or injury from contamination:
thoroughly clean and dry all parts of the nebulizer
and thoroughly dry any moisture or condensation in
the tubing at the end of every treatment following the
instructions below.
2. Cleaning the nebulizer after each treatment is not
enough---you must regularly disinfect or sterilize the
nebulizer between treatments to prevent serious or
fatal illness caused by contamination of the nebulizer.
3. Never use a nebulizer with a clogged nozzle. If the
nozzle is clogged, the aerosol mist will be reduced,
altered or stopped, which will diminish or eliminate
the effectiveness of the treatment. If clogging occurs,
replace with the same model PARI Reusable Nebulizer.
4. Close supervision is necessary when this product is
used by or near children and physically or mentally
impaired. Never use when sleeping or drowsy.
5. This product contains small parts that may present
a choking hazard to small children.The tubing also
presents a strangulation hazard.ALWAYS USE CLOSE
ADULT SUPERVISION WHEN ADMINISTERING A
TREATMENT TO A CHILD. DO NOT LEAVE CHILD
UNATTENDED DURING TREATMENT.
6. Patients under the age of 4 or any patients who have
special needs should use a facemask instead of the
valved mouthpiece.
7. Before use, check PARI Reusable Nebulizer for proper
assembly.All parts should be seated firmly in place.
Use of an improperly assembled nebulizer could
diminish or prevent adequate delivery of medication
and the effectiveness of the treatment.
Welcome to theVios experience! The Vios®
Aerosol Delivery System is designed from
PARI’s long legacy of clinically proven products
and consists of two important components:
aVios®compressor and a PARI nebulizer.Vios®
was inspired by the Latin and Greek words
for “Life” and our goal is to improve your
quality of “Life” through the efficient delivery
of aerosol.
Your physician has prescribed theVios®to
treat your respiratory symptoms because
of PARI’s reputation for consistent particle
size and fast treatments resulting in targeted
delivery to the lungs. PARI products have
been used in more than 25 clinical trials for
new nebulized medications. Designed with
the patient in mind, these instructions will
help you achieve the best aerosol therapy
experience.
We hope theVios experience allows for a
“Life Inspired”.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE USE
INDICATIONS FOR USE: LC PLUS®
The PARI LC PLUS®reusable nebulizer is used to deliver
aerosolized medication to the lungs.This nebulizer is
used with patients for whom a physician has prescribed
medication for aerosol treatments in the home, doctor’s
office, hospital, or clinic.
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INDICATIONS FOR USE: VIOS®AEROSOL DELIVERY SYSTEM
TheVios®is a tabletop,AC-powered air compressor intended to provide a source of compressed air for use with
jet nebulizers.The Vios®Compressor is intended for adult and pediatric patients for use in hospital, clinic, or home
environments.
WARNING
Use only with nebulizers and tubing authorized by PARI
for this device. Other nebulizers and tubing may result in
improper treatment.
When using electrical and medical products, especially
when children are present, basic safety precautions must
be followed.
DANGER
To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury from
electrocution:
1. Do not place or store product where it can fall or be
pulled into a bathtub, sink, water, or other liquid. Do
not place in or drop into water or other liquid. Do
not use while bathing.
2. Do not reach for a product that has fallen into water
or other liquid. Unplug immediately.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury from
electrocution, fire or burns and to reduce the risk of
damage and malfunction to the product:
1. Before use, check the serial number label on the
bottom of the PARI Vios®Compressor to ensure that
the voltage and current indicated on the compressor
label correspond to the voltage and current available.
2. Never operate this product if it has a damaged cord
or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has been
dropped or damaged, or if it has been exposed to any
liquids inside the case. Please contact PARI Patient
Connection at 1.800.FAST.NEB (327.8632).
3. Keep all electrical cords away from heated surfaces.
Do not overload wall outlets or use extension cords.
4. This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider
than the other).As a safety feature, this plug will fit in
a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit
fully in the outlet, reverse the plug.
5. Never block the air vents of this compressor or place
it on a soft surface, such as a bed or couch, where the
air vents may be blocked. Keep the air vents free of
lint, hair, and similar substances. Blocked vents could
cause excessive heat buildup.This product should
never be left unattended when plugged in.
WARNING
6. Do not operate outdoors.
7. Not suitable for use in the presence of flammable
anesthetic mixture with air or oxygen or nitrous
oxide.
8. Do not operate where oxygen is being administered
in a closed environment such as an oxygen tent.
9. Never drop or insert any object into any openings.
10. Always unplug this product immediately after using.
11. Be sure the PARIVios®Compressor is unplugged
prior to cleaning.
12. Do not open or disassemble the PARIVios®
Compressor. Refer all servicing to PARI.
WARNING
To reduce risk that the compressor will fail to operate
properly as a result of decreased electromagnetic
interference, resulting in improper treatment:
1. This device needs special precautions regarding
electromagnetic compatibility (“EMC”) and must be
installed and put into service according to the EMC
information provided in these Instructions For Use.
2. Portable and mobile radio frequency (“RF”)
communication devices can disrupt electrical medical
equipment.Technical EMC information is available on
pages 9-10.
3. Use only with accessories and cables authorized
by PARI for this device. Use of this device with
unauthorized accessories and cables may result in
increased electromagnetic emissions or decreased
electromagnetic immunity of the device.
4. This device should not be used adjacent to, or stacked
with other equipment. If adjacent or stacked use is
necessary, this device should be observed to verify
normal operation.
B. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS -VIOS®AEROSOL DELIVERY SYSTEM
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C. GETTING STARTED
Check yourVios®package to ensure you have the
following items.
Temporary Backup Nebulizer also included, however
we recommend patients have a second PARI Reusable
Nebulizer on hand at all times.
PARI Reusable Nebulizer Holder & Clip
Air Outlet
Air Filter
Power Switch
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AirVents
Wing Tip®Tubing
PARI Reusable Nebulizer
and Temporary Backup Nebulizer (not shown)
InspiratoryValve Cap
Nebulizer Insert
Nebulizer Semi-Circle
Alignment Rings
Nebulizer Cup
Air Intake
Mouthpiece with ExpiratoryValve
Bubbles the Fish™ II Pediatric Aerosol Mask
(Included in pediatric configurations only)
Nebulizer Outlet

D. VIOS®SET-UP
You are 10 Steps away from starting your treatment with
Vios®. Please follow step by step.
1. Clean/Disinfect Nebulizer Cup: Refer to Sections F & G
to properly clean and disinfect your nebulizer prior to
first use. Re-assemble nebulizer.
WARNING
Never block the air vents of this compressor or place
it on a soft surface, such as a bed or couch, where the
air vents may be blocked. Keep the air vents free of lint,
hair, and similar substances. Blocked vents could cause
excessive heat buildup.
2. Set-up Compressor: Place the compressor on a
flat, stable surface free of dust.Avoid cushioned,
upholstered or carpeted surfaces. Make sure power
switch is turned to , the “OFF” position. Plug power
cord into wall outlet (Fig A).
3. ConnectTubingTo Compressor: Insert one end of
Wing Tip®tubing to the air outlet on the compressor.
It should fit snugly (Fig. B).
4. Load Medication: Remove the nebulizer insert by
twisting counter-clockwise until it stops and lift up.
Pour the prescribed dose of medication into the
nebulizer cup. Never fill past the max fill line of 8ml
(Fig. C). Replace the nebulizer insert making sure the
two alignment rings are lined up with each other.
5. Attach Mouthpiece or Mask: If using the mouthpiece,
attach the mouthpiece to the nebulizer outlet with
the expiratory valve facing up.Then attach the
inspiratory valve cap by pressing it firmly into the
top of the nebulizer. If using the Bubbles the Fish™
II Pediatric Mask provided with the unit, attach the
mask directly to the nebulizer outlet. If using another
type of mask refer to the mask instructions.
6. AttachTubingTo Nebulizer Cup: Firmly press the other
end of the Wing Tip®tubing to bottom of PARI
reusable nebulizer (Fig. D).
7. Starting Treatment: Sit in a relaxed, upright position and
turn the compressor “ON” ( ).
8. Nebulizer Position: Place the mouthpiece on top of
tongue and close lips around it.Take slow, deep
breaths.As you inhale, the inhalation valve opens.
9. Breathing: For mouthpiece, inhale and exhale slowly
through your mouth.As you exhale, the valve on
the mouthpiece opens to allow the exhaled mist to
escape. For mask, place mask over nose and mouth
and inhale and exhale slowly.
10. CompleteTreatment: Continue until the medication
is gone or you hear a slight “sputtering” sound.Turn
compressor off .
A NOTE ONTREATMENTTIME
Please note that many factors affect treatment time,
such as a patient’s age, condition, breathing pattern, and
medication.The Vios®was designed for intermittent use
to deliver respiratory medications, not continuous use
for humidification or prolonged treatments (for example,
over 35 minutes at one time). It is possible with prolonged
treatments that the tubing may get warm and disconnect
from theVios®air outlet. If your physician prescribed
consecutive (back to back) treatments, resulting in the use
of yourVios®for longer than 35 minutes at a time, please
contact PARI Patient Connection at 1.800.FAST.NEB
(327.8632).
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