Instructions for Home Nebulizer

Your doctor has prescribed medication treatments for you while at home. These treatments will deliver
medications to your airways and lungs. It is important to take these treatments as prescribed to maximize
the effectiveness of the medication.

Equipment Preparation

• Wash your hands with warm water and soap before proceeding.
• Place the machine on a level surface close to where you will be
  comfortably seated.
• Plug the power cord into a grounded 115 bold household outlet.
• Attach the supply tubing firmly to the outlet on the compressor.
• Attach the other end of the supply tubing, firmly to the medication nebulizer.
• Place the prescribed amount of medication into the nebulizer cup.
  Make sure you measure the medication exactly as instructed.
• Close the medication nebulizer. Make sure there are no leaks.
• Attach the mask or mouthpiece to the outlet of the medication nebulizer.

Treatment Administration

• Turn on the power switch.
• As the unit powers up, a mist is created by the medication nebulizer.
• Insert the mouthpiece into your mouth and take a slow deep breath.
• Hold the breath for 1-2 seconds before exhaling slowly.
  This allows the maximum amount medication to be deposited into the lungs and airways.
• Repeat the process until all of the medication is nebulized.
  Gently tap or shake the nebulizer periodically during the treatment to keep the medication
  in the bottom of the nebulizer.
• The treatment should last between 10 and 20 minutes, depending on the volume
  of the medication.

When the Treatment if Finished

• On the compressor, turn the power switch off.
• Disconnect the supply tubing from the medication nebulizer.
• Rinse out the nebulizer in a clean bag until the next treatment.
• After the last treatment of the day, take the medication nebulizer apart and clean
  it according to the directions. Let dry on the clean paper towel.

Maintenance

• Periodically wipe the exterior of the compressor with a clean damp cloth.
• There are no user serviceable parts inside the cabinet. Never open the unit cabinet.
• Do not drop or hit the unit. This will cause damage.

Troubleshooting

• Make sure that the unit is plugged in, and that there is power to the outlet.
• Check that the supply tubing is properly connected to the compressor and the medication nebulizer.
• Make sure that the prescribed dose of medication is placed in the nebulizer.
• If the nebulizer fails to produce a mist, throw the nebulizer away and use a new nebulizer.
• You should always have a spare nebulizer. When you use one, contact Pediatric Supplier, Inc.
  1-866-380-3484 / www.pediatricsupplier.com for a replacement