BV Medical Vib-Mesh HL100 Manual

Ultrasonic, portable nebulizer

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Model HL100

VIB-MESH NEBULIZER

■ Intended Use:

This device utilizes state-of-the-art

electrospray technology that sprays liquid

medication in aerosol form and delivers it

directly to the patient for breathing.

■ Intended User:

Adult and pediatric patients suffer from

asthma, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary

Disease (COPD) such as emphysema and

chronic bronchitis, or other respiratory

diseases that are characterized by

obstruction to air flow.

CAUTION: Federal law restricts this device

to sale by or on the order of a physician.

◆ Thank you for purchasing this product. To ensure safe and correct use of

this product, please read the instruction manual carefully before using.

◆ Please keep the instruction manual at a proper place for future reference.

◆ This is a single patient device. Do not allow multiple patients to use the

same device.

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Page 1: Intended Use
Nebulisers.net.au Model HL100 Instruction Manual VIB-MESH NEBULIZER ■ Intended Use: This device utilizes state-of-the-art electrospray technology that sprays liquid medication in aerosol form and delivers it directly to the patient for breathing. ■ Intended User: Adult and pediatric patients suffer from asthma, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) such as emphysema and chronic bronchitis, or other respiratory...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Nebulisers.net.au Contents • A nebulizer is a type of medical apparatus. Please follow a doctor’s instructions on choosing the correct type, dose, and regimen of medication. • The nebulization characteristics of the unit differ by the properties of medication. The nebulization rate may vary with using different medicine.
Page 3: Safety Precautions
Nebulisers.net.au Safety Precautions To ensure safe and correct use of this product, please read the instruction manual carefully before using. Warning ◆ Please follow a doctor’s instructions on choosing the correct type, dose, and regimen of medicine. ◆ Do not place any liquid in the medication chamber that is not prescribed by a physician.
Page 4: Product Features
Nebulisers.net.au Product Features 1. Pocket-sized and easy to carry. 2. Low power consumption and low residual medication volume. 3. The nebulizer can function properly for a short time after being rotated to any angle. When the nebulizer is rotated such that the medication does not contact the mesh, it can nebulize properly for about 10 seconds.
Page 5: Component Names And Functions
Component Names and Functions...
Page 6: How To Assemble The Nebulizer
Nebulisers.net.au How to assemble the nebulizer Please clean and dry the nebulizer’s parts before using. (See pages 13-14) 1. Attach the medication chamber Attention to the main unit: • Please ensure that Attach the medication chamber while it gives off a sound “Click”. medication chamber is attached correctly;...
Page 7: How To Connect To The Power Supply
How to connect to the power supply This product can use either batteries or an AC adapter (optional) as its power supply. ■ How to install batteries Please open the battery cover and insert 2 “AA” alkaline batteries. 1. Open battery 2.
Page 8 Nebulisers.net.au replace with new alkaline batteries. Attention • Do not mix different types of batteries. • Battery life may be different depending on type of the batteries used. ■ How to use the AC adapter 1. Plug the AC adapter’s DC 2.
Page 9: How To Fill The Medication
Nebulisers.net.au How to fill the medication Please remove the main unit cover, mask adapter, and mouthpiece or connecting tube and inhalation mask first. 1. Remove medication chamber from the main unit: Press the PUSH button on the rear side of the main unit and push the medication chamber toward the Push forward front side of the main unit.
Page 10 Nebulisers.net.au 3. Re-attach medication chamber to the main unit: Attention Attach the medication chamber • Make sure medication while it gives off a sound “Click”. chamber is attached correctly or the bad connection may result in malfunction. • To ensure the nebulizer will function properly,...
Page 11: How To Operate The Nebulizer
Nebulisers.net.au How to operate the nebulizer You can also fill a 0.9 % Sodium Chloride (Table salt) solution in the medication chamber and then press “START/STOP” button for a function test after reassembly and before use. If the nebulizer can not spay out, please go to page 18 for troubleshooting.
Page 12 Nebulisers.net.au Attention! Do not cover the vent when you inhale. Otherwise, that will decrease the nebulization rate. Attention • If the device detects no medication in medication chamber, it will shut off automatically. • If the device does not shut off automatically when medication depleted and give off a high frequency sound, press the “START/STOP”...
Page 13 Nebulisers.net.au 3. Turn off the power： • The nebulizer shuts off automatically after the medication is depleted. • If you wish to halt the treatment, press the “START/STOP” button to turn the power off. The power indicator light will go out. •...
Page 14: How To Clean After Using
Nebulisers.net.au How to clean after using After each use, make sure to clean the nebulizer instantly with the distilled water before storing or carrying. Attention • If the device give off the high 1. Clean the remaining medication： frequency sound and the •...
Page 15 4. Dry cleaned parts thoroughly: After the parts are cleaned, dry with new gauze and air dry thoroughly. Attention • Please do not dry with cotton or cloths of other materials; otherwise, dust or cloth fiber may be left on the mesh, causing the nebulizer to malfunction.
Page 16: How To Replace The Medication Chamber
How to replace the medication chamber The medication chamber is a maintenance part and does not carry any warranty. Under normal conditions, the lifetime of the medication chamber is approximately 6 months (three times usage per day or 30 minutes per day). However, the nebulization performance may start deteriorating in less than 6 months depending on the way you use it or the use of certain types of medication.
Page 17: How To Carry The Nebulizer
Nebulisers.net.au How to carry the nebulizer Please follow the steps below to dismantle the components first. Then, store them in the carrying pouch for carrying. 1. Dismantle the nebulizer: Please remove the mask adapter, mouthpiece or connecting tube and inhalation mask as shown in the figure.
Page 18 Nebulisers.net.au 4. Place the main unit and associated parts into carrying pouch for carrying. Attention • Please do not carry a nebulizer that still contains medication or water. The medication may leak out and damage or stain the nebulizer. • Do not store the nebulizer in an area with high temperature or humidity, or in direct sunlight.
Page 19: Troubleshooting
Nebulisers.net.au Troubleshooting Please refer to the table below to troubleshoot any problems you may encounter when using the nebulizer. Problems Possible Causes Solutions Extremely Medication chamber is not Re-attach the medication nebulization. completely attached. chamber correctly and restart the power. (See page 6) Adjust the nebulizer’s angle so No contact between medication and mesh for more...
Page 20 Nebulisers.net.au Low battery power. Replace with new batteries and restart the power. (See page 7~8) Incorrect connection of AC Re-connect in the correct adapter to nebulizer. manner and restart the power. (See page 8) Power indicator is Low-power indicator is lit Replace with new batteries and lit and nebulizer is constantly, insufficient battery...
Page 21 Nebulisers.net.au Medication chamber is broken. Replace with a new medication chamber and then put in the medication. (See page 15) Nebulizer does not Some type of medications for Clean the foam and restart the shut nebulization maybe cause to power. (See page 12) automatically while produce a lot of foam in the medication...
Page 22: Specifications
Nebulisers.net.au Specifications Product Name Ultrasonic Nebulizer Model HL100 Method of Operation Ultrasonic Dimensions Approx. 55.6 mm(L) × 42 mm(W) × 109.2 mm(H) Weight Approx. 98 g (Exclude batteries) 3V DC (“AA” 1.5V alkaline battery x 2) Power Supply AC adapter (Input: 100-240VAC, 50/60Hz, 0.4A Output: 3V DC, 1A) Power Consumption Approx.
Page 23: Technical Data
Nebulisers.net.au Technical data: Particle Size: MMAD 2.1 microns (2ml, 2.5% NaF) Nebulization Rate: 0.32 ml/min (by weight loss) Aerosol Output: 0.88 ml (2ml,1% NaF) Aerosol Output Rate: 0.076 ml/min (2ml,1% NaF) Sound Noise level (at 1 m distance) 50 dB Note: ．Performance may vary with different drugs such as suspensions or high viscosity.
Page 24: Accessories / Optional Part
Nebulisers.net.au Accessories / Optional parts Accessories / Optional parts are shown below. If you wish to purchase any of them, please contact the retailer from which you purchased the nebulizer. HL100-MS: HL100-ML: HL100-MB: with with Inhalation mask (S) Inhalation mask (L) Medication chamber connecting tube connecting tube...
Page 25 Nebulisers.net.au Note: FDA, CE, and TGA The device complies with the Reviewer Guidance for Nebulizers, Metered Dose Inhalers, Spacers and Actuators. Important / Caution / Note! Read the instruction manuals. Classification: - Internally powered equipment - BF type applied part - IPX1 - Not suitable for use in presence of flammable anesthetic mixture with oxygen or nitrous oxide.
Page 26: Appendix A: Emc Information
Nebulisers.net.au reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment can generate, use and radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that inference will not occur in a particular installation.
Page 27 Guidance and Manufacturer’s declaration – electromagnetic immunity The device is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the device should assure that it is used in such an environment. Immunity test IEC 60601 Compliance Electromagnetic environment –...
Page 28 Power Power frequency magnetic frequency 3 A/m 3 A/m fields should be at levels (50/60 Hz) characteristic of a typical magnetic field location in a typical commercial or hospital environment. IEC 61000-4-8 NOTE UT is the AC mains voltage prior to application of the test level.
Page 29 Nebulisers.net.au Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration – electromagnetic immunity – for device that is not LIFE-SUPPORTING. Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration – electromagnetic immunity The device is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the device should assure that it is used in such an environment. Electromagnetic environment –...
Page 30 Nebulisers.net.au following symbol: NOTE 1 At 80 MHz and 800 MHz, the higher frequency range applies. NOTE 2 These guidelines may not apply in all situations. Electromagnetic propagation is affected by absorption and reflection from structures, objects and people. Field strengths from fixed transmitters, such as base stations for radio (cellular/cordless) telephones and land mobile radios, amateur radio, AM and FM radio broadcast and TV broadcast cannot be predicted theoretically with accuracy.
Page 31 Nebulisers.net.au Recommended separation distances between portable and mobile RF communications equipment and the device – for device that is not LIFE-SUPPORTING Recommended separation distances between portable and mobile RF communications equipment and the device The device is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances are controlled.