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Hirtz HICO-ULTRASONAT 810 Operating Instructions Manual

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  • Page 1 Original Translation of the Operating Instructions Ultrasonic Nebulizer HICO-ULTRASONAT 810...
  • Page 2 50968 Köln/Germany Phone: +49 (0) 2 21 / 37 67 8 – 0 Fax: +49 (0) 2 21 / 37 67 8 – 85 E-mail: hirtz@hico.de Internet: www.hico.de Doc-No. 392801; Version 3-08/09 © 2009 HIRTZ & Co. KG HICO-ULTRASONAT 810...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    4.2.4 Standard setup as table unit.........20 4.2.5 Setting up with five-castor base (optional)....21 4.2.6 Use a wall rail unit (optional) ........23 4.3 Connecting the HICO-ULTRASONAT 810 ....24 4.3.1 Filling the chamber / direct nebulizing ......24 4.3.2 Nebulization using sterile water capsules.....26 4.3.3 Permanent nebulizing (optional)........27...
  • Page 4 7.3 Attachments and accessories........45 8 Maintenance and technical inspection .....46 8.1 General................46 8.1.1 Unit................47 8.1.2 Filter change ..............47 8.1.3 Transducer (quartz) replacement .........49 8.2 Technical inspection.............50 9 Trouble shooting ..........51 9.1 Safety notes..............51 9.2 Fault causes and rectification........52 HICO-ULTRASONAT 810...
  • Page 5 Table of contents 10 Waste disposal of old unit .........53 11 Warranty ..............54 12 Technical data and accessories......55 12.1 Technical data ...............55 12.2 Accessories ..............57 13 Guidelines and declaration of manufacturer ...58 14 Brief instructions..........61 HICO-ULTRASONAT 810...

  • Page 6: General

    General 1 General Please read the information in this manual to become acquainted with the HICO-ULTRASONAT 810 as quickly as possible to be able to utilize its functions to the full extent. 1.1 Information about this instruction manual These operating instructions are part of the HICO-...

  • Page 7: Warning Notes

    A warning note of this danger level identifies a possibly dangerous situation. Not avoiding this dangerous situation can lead to minor or moderate injuries. ► Follow the instructions in this warning note to avoid the risk of injuries to persons. HICO-ULTRASONAT 810...
  • Page 8 Not avoiding this situation can lead to material damage. ► Follow the instructions in this warning note to avoid the risk of material damage. A note highlights additional information to assist in working with the unit. HICO-ULTRASONAT 810...

  • Page 9: Limitation Of Liability

    All rights, also the rights for photo-mechanical reproduction, copying and distribution by means of special methods (e.g. data processing, data carrier and data networks), even in parts, remain reserved by HIRTZ & Co. KG. Subject to changes in contents and technical modifications. 1.5 Manufacturer's address HIRTZ &...

  • Page 10: Safety

    ► Only use the unit for the purpose is is intended for. ► Follow the procedures described in these operating instructions. Claims of any type because of damages resulting from unintended use are excluded. The user is the sole bearer of the risk. HICO-ULTRASONAT 810...

  • Page 11: Personnel Requirements

    ► All generally valid legal and otherwise binding regulations for the avoidance of accidents and the protection of the environment as well as general health and safety requirements must be observed in addition to the operating instructions. The operator must instruct his personnel accordingly. HICO-ULTRASONAT 810...

  • Page 12: General Safety Notes

    ► After removing the nebulizer chamber the user should not touch the uncovered contacts on the unit for safety reasons. ► When removing the nebulizer chamber the user should never touch the uncovered contacts on the unit and the patient at the same time for safety reasons. HICO-ULTRASONAT 810...

  • Page 13: Danger Sources

    Safety ► The HICO-ULTRASONAT 810 is not intended for direct inhalation via mouthpiece or face mask. The distance between patient and aerosol hose should be at least 10 cm. ► Under hygienic aspects a cleaned, disinfected or (when using disposable products) new nebulizer system must be used when changing patients and/or nebulizer medium.

  • Page 14: Transport And Placement

    Transport and placement 3 Transport and placement 3.1 Scope of delivery and transport inspection The scope of delivery of the HICO-ULTRASONAT 810 for standard installation consists of: • HICO-ULTRASONAT 810 unit with mains cable • nebulizer chamber with distance ring, cover and cone cup ring as accessory •...

  • Page 15: Unpacking

    ► If possible keep the original packaging over the warranty period, to be able to pack the unit again properly in case of a warranty claim. HICO-ULTRASONAT 810...

  • Page 16: Commissioning

    4.5 kg). • must be level. • must be horizontal (inclination ≤ 3%). • must have sufficient stability. • must provide 20 cm space at the back of the unit. • the room must be sufficiently ventilated. HICO-ULTRASONAT 810...

  • Page 17: Illustration Of Device (Standard Setup Of Table Unit)

    ► If the unit is not in a horizontal position, the oscillator may be damaged during dry running. ► Placing the unit too far away from the patient may impair the stability. 4.2.2 Illustration of device (standard setup of table unit) HICO-ULTRASONAT 810...

  • Page 18: Total Overview Of Components

    10. Five foot on castors 11. Bacteria filter 12. Angle adapter 12a. Adapter connection 13. Grip screw 14. Level regulator 15. Gasket 16. Provision bottle 17a. Bottle holder 17b. Bottle suspension Total setup (shown as standard unit including optional accessories) HICO-ULTRASONAT 810...
  • Page 19 18a. Coarse air filter insert 19. Mains cable 20. Power inlet socket 21. Heating connection socket 22. Heating cable from aerosol hose (3) Total setup rear view 23. Wall bar holder 24. Wall bar View as wall mounted unit HICO-ULTRASONAT 810...

  • Page 20: Standard Setup As Table Unit

    Plug the mains cable into the unit and into a wall socket. The unit is ready for operation. This is indicated by the flashing LED to the left of the start button. HICO-ULTRASONAT 810...

  • Page 21: Setting Up With Five-Castor Base (Optional)

    Setting up with five-castor base (optional) The five-foot rack on castors, which is optionally available as an accessory, makes the stationary HICO-ULTRASONAT 810 mobile. Set up the unit together with the five-foot rack as follows: a) Assemble the five-foot rack with the holding bar with thread (9a), as described in these assembly instructions.
  • Page 22 ► With respect to the stability of the complete equipment the distance between unit and floor should not exceed approx. 70 cm! (approx. the height of the screw connection 9a/9b). HICO-ULTRASONAT 810...

  • Page 23: Use A Wall Rail Unit (Optional)

    Fasten the device (7) to the holding bar with blind plug (9b) using the grip screw (13), so that the device (7) rests on the wall bar holder. Continue with point – d – in chapter 4.2.5. HICO-ULTRASONAT 810...

  • Page 24: Connecting The Hico-Ultrasonat 810

    Commissioning 4.3 Connecting the HICO-ULTRASONAT 810 Danger caused by water in connection with electricity. ► Only connect the unit to the mains supply after it has been filled. 4.3.1 Filling the chamber / direct nebulizing • Take the distance ring (5)with the lid (4) off the nebulizer chamber (6) and only fill the mounted nebulizer chamber (6) with the fluid intended for the patient.
  • Page 25 >> fault indication. Sterile water should commonly be used. Boiled tap water may also be used. The water quality (e.g. water hardness) and the admission of any type of additives may adversely affect the lifetime of water contacting equipment components. HICO-ULTRASONAT 810...

  • Page 26: Nebulization Using Sterile Water Capsules

    Commissioning 4.3.2 Nebulization using sterile water capsules The HICO-ULTRASONAT 810 can be operated with almost all sterile water capsules currently available on the market. • Disconnect the aerosol (3) and ventilation hose (8) from the lid (4). • Replace the lid (4) with a sterile water capsule (25) and insert it into the distance ring (5) as far as it will go.

  • Page 27: Permanent Nebulizing (Optional)

    4.3.3 Permanent nebulizing (optional) The HICO-ULTRASONAT 810 can be fitted with a fluid container and level controller for permanent nebulizing. • Fill the provision bottle (16) with the fluid intended for the patient (bottle with thread) or choose a ready filled bottle (bottles without thread).
  • Page 28 If the material of the dispenser bottle is too soft, it will give way resulting in uncontrolled emptying of the bottle and overflowing of the chamber. HICO-ULTRASONAT 810...

  • Page 29: Lowest Quantity Nebulizing (Optional)

    Commissioning 4.3.4 Lowest quantity nebulizing (optional) With a special cone cup the HICO-ULTRASONAT 810 can be used for nebulizing smallest quantities of 5 ml to max. 15 ml. ► Please follow the safety notes for nebulizing smallest quantities. • Disconnect the aerosol (3) and ventilation hose (8) from the lid (4).
  • Page 30 ► Due to their chemical properties the nebulizing chamber (6) and the cone cup (26) as well as the aerosol and ventilation hoses (3 / 8) are not suitable for nebulizing ethereal oils, ketones, carbon hydrogens and various solvents, such as e.g. cyclohexanone resin, dimethyl sulphoxide, tetrahydrofuran. HICO-ULTRASONAT 810...

  • Page 31: Heatable Aerosol Hose (Optional)

    (20). ► The heater socket is only in function when it is connected. It supplies the heating coil in the aerosol hose with constant power, which ensures a aerosol transfer temperature to the patient of max. 41°C. HICO-ULTRASONAT 810...

  • Page 32: Disposable Aerosol Hose (Optional)

    ► The heating for the disposable aerosol hose is solely a accessory for the HICO-ULTRASONAT 810! ► The heating will only work when connected. (See heated aerosol hose).

  • Page 33: Electrical Connection

    • Use the cable supplied with the unit to connect the unit to the mains supply. The appliance connector is located on the back of the unit (see under point 4.2.3 Total setup rear view or under point 5.1). HICO-ULTRASONAT 810...

  • Page 34: Representation And Function

    (4) Button for nebulization, display of nebulizing intensity (5) Button for ventilation, display of ventilation intensity (6) Display of timer setting (7) Error display (8) Button lock display Rear view (detail) of the unit socket HICO-ULTRASONAT 810...

  • Page 35: Safety Features

    Representation and function 5.2 Safety features 5.2.1 Sensors During operation the HICO-ULTRASONAT 810 monitors • the water level in the chamber (dry running protection) • whether power transfer to the chamber is enabled • whether mains voltage is applied • whether the function is safe and displays alarms in case of malfunctions.

  • Page 36: Function

    5.4 Function 5.4.1 Basics The HICO-ULTRASONAT 810 works with a max. frequency of 1.7 MHz and a HF-output power of approx. 32 W. A piezo- ceramic oscillator (transducer) converts the electrical energy into mechanical energy. The resultant oscillations atomize the fluid inside the nebulizer chamber into smallest particles with a size of 0.5 to 6 µm.

  • Page 37: Indications / Contraindications / Side Effects

    99 minutes. Operation of the HICO-ULTRASONAT 810 is simple and intuitive, incorrect use is almost ruled out. 5.4.2...
  • Page 38 • pulmonology - stimulation aerosol application We are currently not aware of any contraindications concerning the HICO-ULTRASONAT 810. In small quantity nebulizing you must also follow the instructions (dosage, contraindications, side effects) issued by the corresponding medium manufacturer, in addition to these operating instructions.

  • Page 39: Control And Operation

    50 hours and the coarse air filter (18) not more than 100 hours, depending on the operating environment (alternatively: bacteria filter one week, coarse air filter two weeks). If in doubt, you should change the filters! HICO-ULTRASONAT 810...

  • Page 40: Operation

    • The desired nebulizing time can be set from 1 minute to 99 minutes by pressing the timer buttons (3) for "+" or "-" as often as required. Once the set nebulizing time has expired, the unit will automatically switch off. (Watch the filling level!) HICO-ULTRASONAT 810...

  • Page 41: Adjusting Flow And Intensity

    (2) "Button lock" for approx. 4 seconds. When the button lock is activated the green LED (7) for button lock indication below the key symbol will light up. HICO-ULTRASONAT 810...

  • Page 42: Alarm Function

    The unit needs to be switched off by the start button (1) to switch off this one and only alarm message. The fault needs to be rectified before the start button (1) is pressed again to restart the system. Otherwise another alarm message will appear after a short while. HICO-ULTRASONAT 810...

  • Page 43: Cleaning And Disinfection

    ABS-plastics as well as PVC and PU for all surfaces and parts. ► If possible do not use any phenol derivative based disinfectants, because these will shorten the lifetime of plastic materials. HICO-ULTRASONAT 810...

  • Page 44: Unit

    Bacteria filter 1 week, coarse air filter 2 weeks. If in doubt, you should change the filters. A reduced aerosol discharge from the hose sockets allows the conclusion that the filter is contaminated. Robert-Koch-Institut; Deutsche Gesellschaft für Hygiene und Mikrobiologie Lists available from mhp-Verlag, Wiesbaden HICO-ULTRASONAT 810...

  • Page 45: Attachments And Accessories

    ► The sterile water capsule (25) as well as the cone cup (26) and the disposable aerosol hose are only intended for one- time use. Robert-Koch-Institut; Deutsche Gesellschaft für Hygiene und Mikrobiologie Lists available from mhp-Verlag, Wiesbaden HICO-ULTRASONAT 810...

  • Page 46: Maintenance And Technical Inspection

    8.1 General We recommend the conclusion of a maintenance contract with HIRTZ & Co. KG. By concluding a maintenance contract you fulfil the requirements • the Occupational Safety directive (in Germany BetrSichV BGV A3), •...

  • Page 47: Unit

    The unit must only be operated with an original bacteria filter, which should have at least the followig properties: ► CE-sign, ► 99,93 % filtering effect (particle > 0.3 µm) ► 22 mm co-axial connections (ISO), ► Pressure differential < 1 mbar (50 l/min). HICO-ULTRASONAT 810...
  • Page 48 (B2/C) acc. to DIN 24185 and should at least have the following properties: ► Flow velocity 0.75 m/s, ► Nominal volume flow 2700 m /h m ► Initial pressure differential 55 Pa ► Recommended final pressure differential 400 Pa ► Dust storage capacity 210 g. HICO-ULTRASONAT 810...

  • Page 49: Transducer (Quartz) Replacement

    Maintenance and technical inspection 8.1.3 Transducer (quartz) replacement The electronics of the HICO-ULTRASONAT 810 is designed in such a way, that changing the transducer does not require any new settings. This makes replacing the transducer very easy as follows: • Disconnect the unit from the mains supply.

  • Page 50: Technical Inspection

    In order to maintain conformity with statutory safety regulations we recommend to conclude a Maintenance and Inspection Contract with HIRTZ & Co. KG. We will in this case carry out the annual regular inspections. Questions concerning service, maintenance or technical inspection should be directly addressed to: HIRTZ &...

  • Page 51: Trouble Shooting

    ► Inappropriate repairs can cause considerable dangers for the user and damage to the unit. Opening of the unit by unauthorized persons will lead to the loss of any warranty claims. HICO-ULTRASONAT 810...

  • Page 52: Fault Causes And Rectification

    3. Transducer defective 3. Replace the transducer Red fault lamp flashes 1. Incorrect transducer 1. Use only original HIRTZ spare parts 2. Mains voltage too low 2. Inform the in-house electrician 3. Operating voltage for transducer not reached 3.

  • Page 53: Waste Disposal Of Old Unit

    1, cipher 8, the unit must be handed over to a corresponding communal collecting point or returned to the manufacturer ► The components and accessories made of metal and plastic can be scrapped as domestic waste or incinerated according to the waste disposal instructions of the user. HICO-ULTRASONAT 810...

  • Page 54: Warranty

    • Assembly, new adjustments, modifications or repairs are carried out by HIRTZ & CO. KG or by authorized persons. • only original parts (oscillator, transducer, etc.) are used, • the unit is regularly serviced (filter change etc.), •...

  • Page 55: Technical Data And Accessories

    Technical data and accessories 12 Technical data and accessories 12.1 Technical data HICO-ULTRASONAT 810 Article-No. (REF): 390001 Rated voltage: 220-240 VAC (110-120 VAC)* 50/60 Hz (50/60 Hz)* Power consumption: approx. 85 W Current consumption: approx. 0.4 A (approx. 0.8 A)* Nebulizing performance max.
  • Page 56 For this case an additional net filter, which has been specially designed for the HICO-ULTRASONAT 810, is available. This filter, which has been specially adaoted to the HICO-ULTRASONAT 810, is not suitable for other equipment and comes with the following technical data: ►...

  • Page 57: Accessories

    Technical data and accessories 12.2 Accessories Only original HICO components and accessories may be used in connection with the HICO-ULTRASONAT 810 (necessary accessories). The required information to these parts can be found in these operating instructions and in the price list.

  • Page 58: Guidelines And Declaration Of Manufacturer

    Group 1 Acc. to CISPR 11 HF-emissions Class B Acc. to CISPR 11 Emissions of Class A harmonics acc. to IEC 61000-3-2 Emissions of Not applicable. voltage fluctuations/flickering acc. to IEC 61000-3-3 [see 6.8.3.201 a) 3) and picture 201] HICO-ULTRASONAT 810...
  • Page 59 25 periods <5 % UT <5 % UT (>95 % dip in UT) (>95 % dip in UT) for 5 s for 5 s Magnetic field in supply 3 A/m 3 A/m frequency (50/60 Hz) acc. to IEC 61000-4-8 HICO-ULTRASONAT 810...
  • Page 60 800 MHz to 2.5 GHz transmitter d=P*exp0.5*3.5/V1 d=P*exp0.5*3.5/E1 d=P*exp0.5*7/E1 0.01 0.12 m 0.12 m 0.24 m 0.37 m 0.37 m 0.74 m 1.17 m 1.17 m 2.34 m 3.69 m 3.69 m 7.38 m 11.67 m 11.67 m 23.34 m HICO-ULTRASONAT 810...

  • Page 61: Brief Instructions

    1 to 99 minutes. (Observe the filling level of the chambe!). • Once the set time has expired, the unit will automatically switch off. (The LED to the left of the start button flashes, all others are off) * LED-light >> Control lights / lamps; luminescent displays. HICO-ULTRASONAT 810...
  • Page 62 ► individual segments of the timer display have failed (operating time of the timer can no longer be read reliably), ► the red fault lamp (6) lights permanently, ► the unit does not respond to push button operation. HICO-ULTRASONAT 810...
  • Page 63 Brief instructions Notes HICO-ULTRASONAT 810...

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