AquaDROP et-eng-220711-04.indd
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1. 42 EEC The manufacturer reserves the right to make technical changes without notice 26 Technical Data DISCLAIMER HOFFRICHTER GmbH is not liable for consequences in terms of safety reliability and performance of the product where e interventions modifications extensions calibration repairs and maintenance are carried out by persons not authorized by us e other manufacturers accessories and spare parts are used that have not been approved by us for use on the product e the product is used other than as described in the user s manual or e hygiene and cleaning instructions described in the user s manual have not been complied with Statutory guarantee rights remain unaffected by this Disclaimer 27 HOFFRICHTER GmbH Mettenheimer Strasse 12 14 19061 Schwerin Germany Phone 49 385 39925 0 Fax 49 385 39925 25 E mail info hoffrichter de www hoffrichter de AquaDROP et eng 220711 04 Art no 5000 03292. HOFFRICHTER Quality makes the Difference m m m m gt 5 s E e User s Manual Therapy Air Humidifier SERIAL NUMBER Every HOFFRICHTER GmbH device is supplied with a serial number for traceability purposes Please enter your device s serial number here You will find the serial number on the rating plate on the bottom of the device S chialinumbenaenrcn nts tee cee eee Please always quote the serial number for all queries and complaints CONFORMITY The device complies with the requirements of Directive 93 42 EEC 2 Info 5 Scope of ntt tec temet 5 Ce M 6 Information on User s 6 Symbols used in this User s Manual 7 Symbols on the Rating Plate 9 Safety IMOMMALOM 10 General Safety 10 Installation Requirements and Transport 14 Intended Use 12 CoritrairidiGations ux iate annehmen 12 Side EIfGCIS csi ede cedet ede eet edt s 12 How the Device 13 Description of Device 14 Using the Humidifier eee 15 Filling the Humidifier 44444444 4 16 Connecting the Humidifier to the Device 17 i de ee e
3. IER IMPORTANT Before using for the first time rinse the humidi fier thoroughly with clear water To do this read section Cleaning page 20 NOTICE While it is being filled the humidifier must not be attached to the respiratory therapy device When the humidifier is full of water it must not be laid on its side or turned over because water could leak Using the blower when the humidifier is full and not connected to the therapy tube may lead to drops of water being carried along by the air flow Therefore only use the humidifier when the therapy tube is properly attached Using the Humidifier 15 FILLING THE HUMIDIFIER 1 Open the humidifier by twisting the sealing cap anticlockwise off the water container 2 Only fill the humidifier with cold decalcified boiled water containing no additives Alternatively you can also use distilled water for medical purposes NOTICE Note the specified maximum fill level 3 Close the water container by placing the sealing cap on the container with slightly pressure and turning it clockwise until it stops While carrying the filled humidifier please keep hold of the reservoir 16 Using the Humidifier CONNECTING THE HUMIDIFIER TO THE DEVICE 1 Connect the humidifier to the therapy device Ensure that the contact pins and the air inlet of the humidi fier are fitted to the therapy device without being skewed or distorted 2 The release button has to sn
4. ap in place audibly Using the Humidifier 17 SETTING HEATING LEVEL kHeatina 1 Press the heater key W up to the heater menu is Exit Manu shown 2 Press the enter key The display of the heating level starts to flash Piel eee E Exit Menu 3 Setthe desired heating level using the program ing key A or W You can select a value between 1 to 5 Level 1 represents the lowest heat output and level 5 represents the maximum heat output 4 Confirm the settings using the enter key SWITCHING ON THE HEATING To switch on the humidifier s heating press the heater key M The display now shows the currently set heat ing level and the heater LED lights If you start the therapy by pressing the on off key the heating is auto matically started IMPORTANT You can switch on the heating before starting ther apy in order to preheat the water 18 Using the Humidifier SWITCHING OFF THE HEATING To switch the heating off press the heater key M The heater LED goes off If the humidifier is in heating mode during the ther apy and you stop the therapy the humidifier s heating automatically switches to standby mode heating LED flashes As soon as you start the therapy the heating is also re activated Using the Humidifier 19 CLEANING CAUTION Make sure that you follow the cleaning instruc tions Disregarding them could damage your health because of germs We rec
5. does not have to perform any technical maintenance or chemical or thermal disinfection on the humidifier Cleaning 21 TROUBLESHOOTING Water in therapy tube The heat is set too high Select a lower heating level Increase the room temperature Run the therapy tube underneath the bedclothes No or insufficient humidification Set a higher heating level Set heating level not displayed Check that the contact pins are inserted into the respiratory therapy device as far as the stop The therapy device must be switched on Water is leaking from the air Check whether the maximum permissible fill level outlet of the water container has been exceeded Check the cleaning status 22 Troubleshooting PREPARING THE HUMIDIFIER WHEN CHANGING PATIENT AWARNING If the humidifier is to be used for another patient it must first of all be prepared hygienically When being given to another patient the humidifier must be prepared hygienically by the specialist dealer or the manufacturer The preparation procedure is described in detail in the corresponding hygiene plan Preparing the Humidifier when Changing Patient 23 DISPOSAL Proper disposal saves natural resources and prevents harmful substances being released into the environment HUMIDIFIER The humidifier must not be disposed of with the household waste X Please contact the relevant customer services depart ment to find out how to dispose of the humidifier pr
6. e te P e ERLERNTE 20 Troubleshooting editiert teet ttt ett neci 22 Preparing the Humidifier when Changing Patient 23 DiSPOSAal cise ee ed cdi ie e 24 Humidifier aa et lat adat des 24 Packaging 24 Contents 3 Technical odio ass lese Disclaimer 4 Content 5 SCOPE OF DELIVERY 1 Humidifier 2 User s manual Scope of Delivery 5 GENERAL INFORMATION ON USER S MANUAL Read this user s manual through carefully before using your therapy air humidifier for the first time Follow the safety and cleaning instructions in particular Keep the manual in a safe place close to the device so that you can refer to it immediately if necessary 6 General SYMBOLS USED IN THIS USER S MANUAL Important information is denoted by symbols in this user s manual Be sure to follow these instructions in order to avoid accidents personal injury and mate rial damage In addition the local accident prevention regulations and general safety regulations in force in the area of use must be observed This symbol denotes general safety instructions Follow these instructions to avoid accidents personal injury or material damage AWARNING This symbol denotes hazardous situations that may lead to serious injuries or death A CAUTION This symbol denotes hazardous situations that may lead to moderately severe injuries General 7 8 NOTICE This symbol denotes situations that may lead to
7. ld get into the therapy device and damage it Do not put the respiratory therapy device with a full humidifier fitted in the sun or in the vicinity of heaters or similar Safety Information 11 INTENDED USE The AquaDROP et is used to humidify the therapy air flow The AquaDROP et must only be used in combination with a VECTOR et device The VECTOR et is a respira tory therapy device for treating obstructive sleep apnea syndrome OSAS in patients weighing more than 30 kg AWARNING The water in the AquaDROP et must not contain any additives such as medicines salts aromatic oils or other substances CONTRAINDICATIONS No contraindications are known for the use of the Aqua DROP et SIDE EFFECTS Possible side effects from the use of the AquaDROP et are not known 12 Safety Information HOW THE DEVICE WORKS The AquaDROP et is a plug in hot air humidifier for the VECTOR et respiratory therapy device It is used to add humidity to the therapy air flow to pre vent the mucous membranes in the upper respiratory passages from drying out The heating power can be set to 5 different levels and can thus be adjusted to the patent s individual require ments How the Device Works 13 DESCRIPTION OF DEVICE Air outlet connection for therapy tube Sealing cap Air control Air inlet Contact pins Water container with heating plate gt 14 Description of Device USING THE HUMIDIF
8. material damage or damage to the device IMPORTANT This symbol denotes information tips and instruc tions for the efficient error free use of the device General SYMBOLS THE RATING PLATE Observe the warning and safety instruc tions in the user s manual BF application part Protection class II protective insulation Ic p gt x en S CE conformity declaration Manufacturer Follow the user s manual Caution hot Do not dispose of the device with the household waste Please contact the relevant customer services department to find out how to dispose of the device properly Iz lS iz E General 9 SAFETY INFORMATION GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Only use the humidifier in combina tion with the point respiratory therapy device Follow all the specific user instructions for it Only use accessories that have been recommended and supplied to you by the manufacturer or your special ist dealer Do not start the humidifier if it is dam aged or not working In this event inform your specialist dealer imme diately Change the water in the humidifier daily as otherwise germs can multiply 10 Safety Information INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS AND TRANSPORT Place the humidifier a firm level heat resistant surface Avoid an un favourable sloping position Never transport or tilt the respiratory therapy device with a full humidifier fitted If you do this water cou
9. ommend cleaning the humidifier after each use and leaving it to dry completely during the day In this way you will prevent limescale accumulating and germs multiplying Clean the humidifier as follows NOTICE Never use sharp edged or pointed objects for cleaning 1 Turn the locking device to its upper position Detach the humidifier from the respiratory therapy device and take it to a sink unit 2 Open the humidifier by twisting the sealing cap anticlockwise off the water container 3 Empty the water container and rinse it out under running water 4 Remove the limescale by wiping it out with a soft 20 Cleaning cloth Should stubborn limescale residue remain we recommend filling the water container with an ordinary household descaler or a weak vinegar solu tion and leave to stand for some time Then rinse the container very thoroughly under running water 5 Before cleaning the cap remove the air guide as shown 4 5 6 Rinse the sealing cap and the air control under run ning water It is sufficient to rinse the device daily with running water 5 a 7 Leave all components to dry completely in the air 5 can clean the water container the air control and the sealing cap in the dishwasher up to a tempera ture of 60 C However we recommend cleaning them under running water to ensure that food remains from the dishwasher are not deposited them IMPORTANT The user
10. operly PACKAGING The packaging is taken back by the distributor but it ON can alternatively be disposed with the normal house A amp hold waste 24 Disposal TECHNICAL DATA Dimensions W x D x H Weight without water Maximum capacity Operating voltage Power consumption Heating off Heating level 1 Heating level 2 Heating level 3 Heating level 4 Heating level 5 Relative humidity measured at 24 C and 59 rel humidity 4hPa 10 hPa 20hPa Output of the humidifier system at heating level 5 measured at 24 C and 34 rel humidity 120 x 170 x 98 mm approx 350 g approx 300 ml 24V DC 24VDC OW 5W 8w lt 13W lt 17W lt 20W Flow 16 l min 24 l min 37 l min Level 1 5 76 96 66 96 gt 50 96 4 hPa 13 l min 13 mg l 20 hPa 37 l min 10 mg l The humidifier output may vary under different ambient conditions 230VAC OW 8w 14W 20W 26W 30W Level 5 10096 8596 gt 7096 Technical Data 25 Maximum water temperature lt 42 C Maximum temperature of gas emitted lt 36 C Operating temperature 5 35 Storage temperature 20 C 70 C Relative humidity 15 95 96 Operating conditions 1060 hPa 700 hPa approx 400 3500 m Therapy tube connection 22mm cone as per ISO 5356 1 Product class according to 93 42 EEC Classification according to EN 60601 1 Protection class II BF type device CE marking as per EC directive 93
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