3 Instructions for use
You should wash your hands before handling medication or the nebulizer.
1
Connect one end of the tubing to the compressor air outlet.
2
Attach the other end of the tubing into the bottom of the medicine cup.
3
Unscrew the top from the medicine cup.
4
Pouryourprescribedmedicationintothemedicinecup,2-10mlll.
5
Screw the top back onto the medicine cup and connect the mouthpiece/
mask. Do not lay the SideStream down on its side, because the medication
will spill out.
It is recommended that you replace your SideStream every 6 months.
4 Taking a treatment
To take the treatment, sit in an upright position and relax. •
Switchonthecompressor,supplyowtobe6-8l/min.•
Make sure mist is visibly coming from the mouthpiece/mask.•
Take the mouthpiece between your teeth, surround it with your lips and •
breathe in and out slowly through your mouth or place the mask in position
over nose and mouth and breathe slowly in and out through your mouth.
When the SideStream begins to work intermittently and ‘sputters’, then
thetreatmentisnished.Thereisnoneedtonebulizeeverydropofyour
medication, there will always be a small amount left in the medicine cup.
SideStream
Reusablehighefciencynebulizer
1 Important
The SideStream is a compressor-driven nebulizer designed to convert liquid
medication into aerosol for inhalation by the patient.
Please carefully read and understand these instructions before using this product.
If you do not understand any portion of these instructions, contact your
healthcareproviderorcallCustomerServiceat1- 800-345-6443or
1-724-387-4000.
Warning
Clogged jets or improper assembly may prevent proper delivery of medication.•
To reduce the risk of infection, clean and disinfect the nebulizer between •
treatments.
Caution
Do not try to remove the red jet from the medicine cup. This is •
permanently attached.
Do not towel dry the unit and never use a cleaning brush or put sharp objects •
intothejetholesorbafesasthiswilldamagethenebulizer.
Sidestream reusable is not suitable for use in a ventilator circuit.•
Do not remove top when connected to gas supply.•
Use of 22mm male connectors may reduce output rate. •
2 Getting ready
Upon receipt of your SideStream
We recommend that you boil your reusable SideStream (except for tubing) in
water (minimum 212° F) with 2–3 drops of dishwashing liquid for 10 minutes.
This ensures maximum performance.
5 Cleaning
After every use
6
Disconnect the SideStream from the tubing. Unscrew the top from the
medicinecup,rinseoutthenebulizerandrellwithcleanwater.Reassemble
top and medicine cup, reconnect the tubing and run SideStream again for a
fewsecondstoushoutanydrugtrappedinthenebulizerjets.
7
Take apart the nebulizer.
8
Disconnect tubing from the medicine cup.
9
Wash all items (except tubing) in either hot soapy water or contained within
a basket on the top rack of your dishwasher.
10
Rinse all parts in clean water for 2 minutes.
11
Shake off excess water and allow to air dry. Do not towel dry.
12
Reassemble and store the SideStream in a clean place when not in use.
Once a week
13
Disassemble the nebulizer.
14
Boil the SideStream (except tubing) in water with 2–3 drops of dishwashing
liquid for 10 minutes.
15
Rinse all parts in clean water for 2 minutes.
16
Shake off excess water and allow to air dry. Do not towel dry.
17
Reassemble and store SideStream in a clean place when not in use.
Mouthpiece
Top
Baffle
Medicine cup
Mask
(optional)
1
4
2
5
3
©2009 Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V. All rights reserved.
1070370 * DEC 2009
www.philips.com/respironics
NDC 08373-0860-00
1
Reusable nebulizer, mouthpiece and Duratube.
For single patient use.
Caution: Federal (U.S.A.) law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a
physician or licensed healthcare professional.
1 Nebulizador reutilizable, boquilla y tubo.
Para usar en un solo paciente.
Precaución: Las leyes federales (EE.UU.) limitan la venta de este dispositivo a un
médico o profesional sanitario con licencia o bajo sus órdenes.
1 Nébulisateur réutilisable, embout buccal et un tube.
Pour usage par un seul patient.
Mise en garde : Aux États-Unis, la loi fédérale limite la vente de ce dispositif
aux médecins ou autres professionnels de la santé dûment agréés, ou sur leur
ordonnance.
Made in China / Hecho en China / Fabriqué en Chine
REF HS860
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