Alaxo AIRWAY STENTS Installation And Cleaning Instructions

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It is important to make sure your stents are clean before installation. We have

found that looking at the stents in front of a light to make sure they are void of any

lint or particles, is the best approach.

Prior to using any Alaxo Products please read all of the included literature. We

recommend that new users watch the installation video at

Components

1. nitinol braided stents

1a. clip lock end (silver ball end)

2. pusher rod

2a. pusher rod connection end

3. introduction tube

3a. black end of introduction tube

4. large cleaning tube

Installation and

Cleaning Instructions

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Page 1 Prior to using any Alaxo Products please read all of the included literature. We recommend that new users watch the installation video at www.alaxousa.com...
Page 2 Assembly Connect the stent to the pusher [2] by fitting the clip lock [1a] into the pusher connection hole [2a]. The ball end of the stent will click into the clip lock and be held securely. Insert the other end of the pusher into the black end [3a] of the introduction tube [3] and slide the pusher through the introduction tube until the stent is completely pulled into the introduction tube.
Page 3 4. Important: Do not continue to push the stent further into the nose if the silver ball end is hidden by the tip of your nose. 5. Hold the pusher steady with one hand and with your other hand, the introduction tube is slowly pulled back over the pusher rod.
Page 4 Helpful Information for you Keep in mind there is a break-in period for using the stents. It is normal and natural for your body to react when first using the stents. This reaction can consist of a runny nose, sneezing andwatering eyes. After repeated use, these reactions will lessen. It is recommended that the stents be worn during the day for an hour or two and then gradually increase the time until you can wear the stents for 6-8 hours.
Page 5 When users adhere to Alaxo’s recommendations, the cleaning procedures provide proper stent maintenance as well as cleaning and disinfection of installation equipment. After inserting the stent(s) into the nose and releasing the stent(s) from the pusher rod, rinse the insertion tube and pusher rod in COLD water until all attached mucus is removed. Spray the outer surface of the insertion tube with cleaning/disinfection spray (Protosan®...