Troubleshooting - Beurer IH20 Instructions For Use Manual

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Troubleshooting

Problem/Question
The atomizer produces
little or no aerosol
Output is too low
Which medicines are sui-
table for inhalation?
Some inhalation solution
remains in the atomizer.
What special steps
should be taken for ba-
bies and children?
Inhalation with the mask
takes longer
Why do I need to replace
the atomizer at regular
intervals?
Does each person need
their own atomizer?
Possible Cause/Remedy
1. Too much or too little medicine in the atomizer.
Minimum: 0.5 ml, Maximum: 5 ml.
2. Check that the nozzles are not blocked
If necessary, clean the nozzles (e.g. by boiling).
Use the atomizer again.
CAUTION: Only poke implements through the fine holes from
the underside of the nozzle.
3. The atomizer is not held in an upright position
4. The medicine solution is unsuitable for nebulising (e.g. too vi-
cious).
The medicine solution should be specified by the doctor.
Kinked hose, blocked filter, there is too much inhalation solution
Only the doctor can advise you which medicine to use to treat your
condition. Consult your doctor.
Essentially all medicines that are suitable and approved for de-
vice-based inhalation can be inhaled.
This is normal and occurs for technical reasons. Stop inhalation if
you hear a notable difference in the noise of the atomizer.
1. In babies, the mask should cover the mouth and nose to guar-
antee effective inhalation.
2. In children, the mask should also cover the mouth and nose.
Nebulisation next to a sleeping person is not suitable because in-
sufficient medicine reaches the lungs.
Note: Children should only use the device with help and under su-
pervision of an adult. Never leave a child alone with the nebulizer.
This is for technical reasons. Less medicine is inhaled per breath
through the mask holes than using the mouthpiece. The aerosol is
mixed with ambient air through the holes in the mask.
There are two reasons for this:
1. To guarantee a therapeutically effective particle spectrum, the
nozzle holes should not exceed a certain diameter. Due to the
thermal and mechanical stresses, the plastic is subjected to a
certain amount of wear. The nozzle attachment [13] is particu-
larly susceptible to this wear. This can also cause changes to
the droplet composition of the aerosol, which has a direct ef-
fect on the effectiveness of the treatment.
2. You are also recommended to replace the atomizer on a re-
gular basis for hygiene reasons.
This is absolutely necessary for hygiene reasons.
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