Prodigy Mini-Mist Owner's Manual

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Page 1 Mini-Mist p o r t a b l e n e b u l i z e r Owner’s Manual PMM241 Rev.3 12/10...
Page 2 Prodigy Mini-Mist™ nebulizer helps control respiratory symptoms and loosen secretions in the lungs. This owner’s manual will help you learn how to use the Prodigy Mini-Mist™ nebulizer effectively. Customer Care is available 24 hours/7 days a week by calling 1.800.243.2636. All...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Battery Life and Replacement ......13 Filling the Medication Chamber ......14 Operating the Nebulizer ........17 Cleaning the Nebulizer ........20 Daily Disinfecting ..........23 Caring for the Device...........25 System Troubleshooting ........26 Specifications ............28 Performance Characteristics ....... 29 Symbols Information ...........30 Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC 1.800.243.2636...
Page 5: Important Safety Instructions
PRODIGY Owner’s Manual Mini-Mist ™ Important Safety Instructions Read this before using your Prodigy Mini-Mist ™ nebulizer. The following basic safety precautions should always be taken. • Clean and disinfect the nebulizer and all of its parts before using the device for the first time after purchase or if the device has not been used for a long period of time.
Page 6 Rinse the nebulizer parts with distilled water after disinfecting. • Changes or modifications not approved by Prodigy Diabetes Care will void the user warranty. • DO NOT disassemble or attempt to repair the unit or its components. CAUTION: Keep the device out of the reach of infants and children.
Page 7: Components And Functions
PRODIGY Owner’s Manual Mini-Mist ™ Components and Functions Main Unit Medication Chamber Medication Medication Port Chamber Locking Lever Mesh START/STOP Button Push Button Figure 1 Battery Compartment Main Unit Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC www.prodigymeter.com...
Page 8: Components
Turns the power for the main unit on and off. Figure 2 Push Button Use this button to remove the medication chamber from the main unit. Battery Compartment Holds two (2) AA alkaline batteries. Figure 3 Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC 1.800.243.2636...
Page 9 PRODIGY Owner’s Manual Mini-Mist ™ Figure 4 Battery Cover Securely fastens to keep batteries in place. Medication Chamber Holds maximum capacity of 8 mL for treatment. Mesh Vibrates to ensure precise treatment. Figure 5 Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC www.prodigymeter.com...
Page 10 Owner’s Manual Mini-Mist ™ Medication Chamber Locking Lever Opens the medication chamber for filling or cleaning. Snaps into place to prevent medication from leaking. Figure 6 Mouthpiece Patient interface. Attaches onto circular medication port. Used by patient to inhale medication. Figure 7 Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC 1.800.243.2636...
Page 11: Unit Assembly
• Please keep the electrodes of the main unit and medication chamber clean; otherwise, the nebulizer may not function properly. Figure 8 Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC www.prodigymeter.com...
Page 12 Mini-Mist ™ Step 2: Attach the mouthpiece Attach the mouthpiece by placing it onto the medication port of the medication chamber. The mouthpiece can be attached with the holes facing in any direction. Figure 9 Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC 1.800.243.2636...
Page 13: Battery Installation
See Figure 10. • Remove the battery cover. The battery cover may appear to be tight fitting as it is designed to prevent fluids from getting into the device. Step 2: Insert the batteries Correctly align the polarities (+ and -) with the battery indication marks on the device. Figure 10 Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC www.prodigymeter.com...
Page 14: Battery Life And Replacement
If the device will not nebulize, immediately recharge the batteries. • Recharge the batteries using a commercially available battery charger suitable for the batteries used in the device. Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC 1.800.243.2636...
Page 15: Filling The Medication Chamber
PRODIGY Owner’s Manual Mini-Mist ™ Filling the Medication Chamber Remove the mouthpiece from the main unit of the Prodigy Mini-Mist ™ nebulizer. Step 1: Remove the medication chamber from the main unit Press the PUSH button on the rear side of the main unit and pull the medication chamber up and off of the main unit.
Page 16 • Please keep the electrodes of the main unit and the medication chamber clean; otherwise the nebulizer may not function properly. Figure 14 Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC 1.800.243.2636...
Page 17 Step 4: Attach the mouthpiece Attach the mouthpiece by placing it onto the medication port of the medication chamber. The mouthpiece can be attached with the holes facing in any direction. See Figure 15. Figure 15 Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC www.prodigymeter.com...
Page 18: Operating The Nebulizer
(2) seconds and turn off automatically. • It is normal for the nebulizer to take a few seconds to Figure 16 start spraying after turning power on. However, it will spray continuously once it starts. Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC 1.800.243.2636...
Page 19 This allows the remaining medication to contact the mesh to nebulize. • Provide close supervision when the nebulizer is used by children or compromised individuals. Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC www.prodigymeter.com...
Page 20 The power indicator light will go off. See Figure 19. The unit will emit a high frequency sound and turn off the power automatically when the medication is depleted. Figure 19 Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC 1.800.243.2636...
Page 21: Cleaning The Nebulizer
Pour a small amount of distilled water into the medication chamber and close the cover. Turn on the device to nebulize the distilled water for 1–2 minutes to remove residual medication from the mesh. Figure 20 Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC www.prodigymeter.com...
Page 22 Step 4: Cleaning the main unit Dab a piece of gauze with water and lightly wipe off any stains from the main unit. Wipe dry with a piece of new gauze. See Figure 21. Figure 21 Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC 1.800.243.2636...
Page 23 • Do not clean the nebulizer with volatile liquids such as benzene or thinner. Assemble the device and store in the storage case or in a clean environment. Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC www.prodigymeter.com...
Page 24: Daily Disinfecting
While nebulizing, soak the mouthpiece in the disinfecting solution for 10–15 minutes. Step 4: Remove medication chamber Once finished, remove the medication chamber from the main unit. Discard any remaining disinfecting solution from the medication chamber. Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC 1.800.243.2636...
Page 25 Gently wipe off excess water with a soft clean cloth or allow the parts to air dry in a clean environment. Step 7: Assemble and store Assemble the Prodigy Mini-Mist and store in the ™ carrying case or in a clean environment.
Page 26: Caring For The Device
• Do not allow any moisture to contact the electrodes; this may shorten the life of the nebulizer. • Do not carry the medication chamber filled with medication or distilled water. • Use only authorized Prodigy parts and ® accessories. • Do not carry the nebulizer when medication or distilled water is in the medication chamber.
Page 27: System Troubleshooting
See page 13. • Low nebulization rate may indicate it’s time to replace the nebulizer—due to mesh rupturing or severe clogging. v Medication overflows from the medication chamber • The medication chamber is ruptured and the nebulizer needs replacing. Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC www.prodigymeter.com...
Page 28 • Electrodes on the nebulizer and medication chamber are stained. Remove the stains and restart the power. See page 22. If your nebulizer still does not function properly, please contact Customer Care at 1.800.243.2636 for 24-hour assistance. Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC 1.800.243.2636...
Page 29: Specifications
Operating Conditions: 50°F–104°F (10°C–40°C) 30–85% R.H. Storage Conditions: 39.2°F –104°F (-20°C –70°C) ≤ 85% R.H. Accessories: Mouthpiece, alkaline batteries and owner’s manual. Optional Accessories: Inhalation mask, carrying case, rechargeable batteries and charger. *Specifications may change without prior notice. Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC www.prodigymeter.com...
Page 30: Performance Characteristics
EN IEC60601-1-2: 2001 Electromagnetic compatibility requirements and tests) date dated 14 June 1993 concerning medical devices and the EN performance standards as follow: EN 13544-1 2007: Respiratory therapy equipment- part1 ; nebulizing systems and their components. Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC 1.800.243.2636...
Page 31: Symbols Information
™ Symbols Information Symbol Referent Do not re-use. Single use only. Consult operating instructions. Keep away from sunlight. Keep dry. Temperature limitation. Use by. Date of manufacture. Batch code. Catalog number. Serial number. CONTROL Control. Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC www.prodigymeter.com...
Page 32 Prodigy Diabetes Care, LLC 9300 Harris Corners Parkway, Suite 450 Charlotte, North Carolina 28269 1.800.366.5901 • www.prodigymeter.com ©2010 Diagnostic Devices, Inc. Prodigy is a registered trademark of DDI. Prodigy Mini- ® Mist is a trademark of DDI. All rights reserved. PMM241 Rev.3 12/10...