Nortev Flexineb Instructions For Use

Portable Equine Nebuliser System
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
Intended Use
The Flexineb® is a portable equine nebuliser system intended to aerosolize veterinarian
prescribed liquid solutions into a fine mist for inhalation into the airways of the horse. The end
user is liable for the safe operation of the Flexineb® and its parts as outlined in the Instructions
for Use. Medications must be prescribed by a veterinarian and end users should follow the
advice of their veterinarian at all times.
Safety Information
When using the Flexineb® for the first time remember it is the first time for the horse too so
caution is advised. Softly place the Flexineb® over the horses' nose and mouth with the bottom
exit valve open so the horse can breathe normally. Push up until the nostrils are covered and a
seal is made around the nose and mouth. Once the horse is breathing normally and is getting
used to the Flexineb®, shut the bottom valve by twisting the exit valve and commence
treatment. If the horse is resisting the mask be patient and let them look at it and smell it before
attempting to fit the mask again. If the horse starts to get scared during treatment, slightly open
the exit valve so more air is being inhaled. Close the valve again once the horse is relaxed.
In an emergency situation the exit valve on the bottom of the mask can be pulled out to allow
the horse breathe freely. Although the mask material is soft and flexible the front aerosol
chamber and battery controller is hard plastic therefore caregivers should be mindful of the risk
posed by the horse shaking its head with the Flexineb® fitted.
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Medication Cup
Inlet Valve
1. Please read the Intended Use, Safety Information and Maintenance sections before
2. Check Inlet and Exit Valves are moving freely before placing the Mask on the horse
3. Rotate and open the Vent at bottom of Mask to allow the horse become familiar with the device
4. Fill the Medication Cup strictly following advice of your veterinarian
5. Close the vent in the bottom of the Mask when the horse is familiar with the Mask
6. Switch on the Controller and nebulisation will begin after a few seconds
7. You will see the Aerosol Chamber fill with aerosol and empty when the horse inhales
8. The Controller will time out after approximately 18 minutes or it can be switched off manually
9. To re-charge the battery only use the Nortev supplied charger
1. Remove the Controller, Cable and Medication Cup
2. Plug the supplied Adaptor into the port on top of the Aerosol Chamber
3. Rotate the Aerosol Chamber to the horizontal position
4. Insert the MDI and administer medication following the advice of your veterinarian
Long Strap
Cable
Controller
Aerosol
(Battery or Mains
Chamber
Exit Valve and Vent
Figure 1: Flexineb Nebuliser
Use
Instructions for Use
Flexineb Nebuliser (Fig. 1):
using Flexineb
Flexineb MDI Use (Fig. 2):
Short Strap
Mask
Operated)
Figure 2: Flexineb MDI Use
MS-052 Rev. 11 ENGLISH
Meter Dose
Inhaler (not
supplied)
Adaptor
(supplied)