Salter AIRE Elite 8350-1, 8352-1, 8353-1 - Compressor Nebulizer Manual

Introduction

Intended Use

The Salter AIRE Elite Compressor System is intended to provide a source of compressed air for aerosol therapy. It is used in conjunction with a jet (pneumatic) nebulizer to produce medicated aerosols for inhalation by pediatric and adult patients with respiratory symptoms.

Aerosolize liquid medication except Pentamidine for inhalation by the patients. Indications for therapy include asthma, chronic bronchitis, infection of the upper respiratory tract, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and other respiratory disorders in accordance with a medical doctor's prescription. Except the usage mentioned above, please do not use this product for any other purpose. This device can be used with adults or pediatric patients under physician's prescription.

Safety Precaution Instruction

When using this electrical product, especially when children are present, one should always follow basic safety precautions. Do not install, maintain or operate this equipment without reading, understanding and following the proper Salter AIRE Elite Compressor System instruction manual, otherwise injury or damage may result.

For 120V only- This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not modify the plug in any way.

Product Description

Operation

NOTE
Before initial operation, the nebulizer cup assembly should be cleaned following instructions described in the "Cleaning" section.

Before connecting the power cord, make sure the I/O (ON/OFF) switch is in the O (OFF) position.

The plug is also served to disconnect the device. Do not position the equipment so that it is difficult to operate the disconnecting device.

Daily Use Operation

The Salter AIRE Elite Compressor System is designed for intermittent use only. Do not operate it continuously for more than 30 minutes for a single use without turning it off and following a cooling period for least 30 minutes.

Equipment is not suitable for use in the presence of a flammable anesthetic mixture with air or with oxygen or nitrous oxide. This device has no AP or APG protection.

During the treatment, the patient should not touch the outer case due to expected rise in unit temperature.

Overload

NOTE
Do not exceed 30 minutes of continuous operation.

Cleaning

Compressor Outer Case Cleaning

Electric shock hazard. Do not remove outer case of this unit. All disassembly and maintenance of this unit must be done by a qualified service technician. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

This unit does not require oil. Do not attempt to lubricate any internal parts.

Unplug unit before cleaning. Do not submerge in water for cleaning.

Nebulizer Cup Cleaning

Clean the nebulizer after each use. Refer to the cleaning instructions supplied with your nebulizer

To prevent possible risk of infection from contaminated medication, cleaning of the nebulizer is recommended after each treatment.

NOTE
The nebulizer kit is for single patient use only.

NOTE
Please follow national requirements to dispose the unit properly.

Storage

Keep the unit and accessories dry. Avoid direct sunshine. See specifications in Section 10 for appropriate environmental storage conditions.

Maintenance

General Information

Filter Change

NOTE
Inspect the filter once every month and replace as necessary or when filter turns gray. Please follow the below instructions as right figures.

1. Open the filter cap.
   
2. Inspect the filter and if dirty, remove filter with a small, pointed object. Discard the filter.
   

Do not use cotton or any other material as a filter. Do not wash or reuse the filter. Do not operate the unit without a filter.

Service

Except for the above instructed user maintenance, all device servicing must be performed by a Salter Labs^® authorized service representative. There are no serviceable parts inside the unit. Contact your Salter Labs dealer or authorized service center if your unit needs repair.

Do not tamper with or attempt to repair the device. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

Expected Service Life

The products are intended to offer safe and reliable operation when used or installed according to the instructions provided by Salter Labs. Salter Labs recommends that the system be inspected and serviced by authorized technicians if there are any signs of wear or concerns with device function and indication on products. Otherwise, service and inspection of the devices generally should not be required.

Troubleshooting

If your Salter AIRE Elite Compressor fails to function consult the Troubleshooting guide below. If the problem persists, consult your equipment provider.

Specifications

(All specifications are subject to change without notice.)

Accessories

Authorized Representative in the E.U.:
MT Promedt Consulting GmbH
Altenhofstrasse 80
D-66386 St. Ingbert, Germany