FISHER PAYKEL F and P myAirvoTM Reusable Chamber Instruction Manual
- June 11, 2024
- Fisher & Paykel
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FISHER PAYKEL F and P myAirvoTM Reusable Chamber
Thank you for choosing F &P myAirvo™
Please read this entire user manual before you first use your reusable
chamber. Following the steps in this manual, and referring to the images and
diagrams will assist you with daily use of your F&P myAirvo device and its
consumables.
INTENDED USE / INDICATIONS FOR USE
The MYAIRVOCHAMBER1 is a reusable humidification chamber that stores and allows heating of water for the humidification of respiratory gases. For use with the myAirvo Series humidifiers.
SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS
- Maximum volume: 560ml
- The chamber will last 7 hours when full and set to 25 L/min and 37°C.
- Permissible transport and storage conditions: -10°C to 50°C
- Refer to myAirvo Series Humidifier User Manual for permissible operating conditions.
SETUP
- myAirvo Series Humidifier (“myAirvo”). Refer to the myAirvo Series Humidifier User Manual for information on the myAirvo.
HOME AND LONG-TERM CARE FACILITY USE
The product is intended to be used for a maximum of 2 years for use with your myAirvo, provided that the myAirvo and MYAIRVOCHAMBER1 cleaning and maintenance instructions are followed.
SETUP INSTRUCTIONS
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Step 1
Separate the chamber from the base with the removal tool. To separate the chamber from the base, insert the end of the chamber removal tool into the chamber slot and perform a twisting motion.
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Step 2
Rinse the chamber in warm water before use. -
Step 3
Fill the chamber with water. -
Step 4
Place on a flat surface to check that the water level is no higher than the 560ml volume indicated. -
Step 5
Fit the chamber to the unit by pressing down the finger guard and sliding the chamber on, carefully aligning the holes at the top of the chamber with myAirvo ports. Push the chamber on firmly until the finger guard clicks into place.
Contact your Fisher and Paykel Healthcare representative for assistance with setup and use, or to report any unexpected operation.
Warnings:
- Do not fill past the maximum water level line to avoid choking.
- Do not fill the water chamber with hot water to avoid airway burns.
- Use of a non-approved accessory could impair performance or compromise safety.
- Notice to User: If a serious incident has occurred while using this device please inform your local Fisher & Paykel Healthcare representative and Competent Authority in your country.
Caution:
- For inhalation, use only drinkable quality water or distilled water with the reusable chamber.
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
DAILY
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Step 6
After drying mode is completed, hold the finger guard down and slide the chamber out of the myAirvo device. Discard any remaining water. -
Step 7
Separate the chamber from the base with the chamber removal tool. Refer to Step 1 to use removal tool.
Hand-wash the chamber parts in a tub of warm water with a mild dishwashing detergent. Ensure the chamber is visually clean.
Rinse the chamber thoroughly in fresh water. Ensure that all soap residue has been removed.
Leave the chamber parts to dry out of direct sunlight or heat before reassembling. Once dry, refit the base.
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DISHWASHING
Once every 7 days, the chamber can be cleaned in a domestic dishwasher. Remove the base from the chamber. Place the chamber top and chamber bottom on the top shelf of the dishwasher and ensure it is placed so that it is able to drain.
REMOVAL OF MINERAL DEPOSITS
Mineral deposits in tap water may cause the chamber base to discolour over
time. Should mineral deposits occur, you can reduce these by performing the
below step.
Soak the chamber base in a solution of vinegar (1 part) to water (2 parts) for
10 minutes. Clean the chamber by following daily cleaning steps prior
to next use.
Cautions:
- Discard the chamber if the maximum water level line is no longer legible.
- For single patient use only. Reuse between multiple patients may result in transmission of infectious substances. Attempting to reprocess will result in degradation of materials and render the product defective.
Note:
- Ensure the rubber O-ring around the base is not dislodged or damaged.
DISPOSAL INFORMATION
Dispose of product and packaging according to local guidelines. Long-term care facilities should discard according to their standard method for disposing of contaminated product.
SYMBOL DEFINITIONS
F&P and myAirvo are trademarks of Fisher & Paykel Healthcare Limited.
For patent information, see www.fphcare.com/ip
Manufacturer
Fisher & Paykel Healthcare Ltd,
15 Maurice Paykel Place,
East Tamaki, Auckland 2013
PO Box 14 348 Panmure,
Auckland 1741,
New Zealand
Tel: +64 9 574 0100
Fax: +64 9 574 0158
Email: info@fphcare.co.nz
Web: www.fphcare.com
Australia (Sponsor)
Fisher & Paykel Healthcare
Pty Ltd,
19-31 King Street, Nunawading,
Melbourne, Victoria 3131.
Tel: +61 3 9871 4900
Fax: +61 3 9871 4998
Brazil
Fisher & Paykel do Brasil,
Rua Sampaio Viana, 277 cj 21,
Paraíso, 04004-000,
São Paulo – SP, Brazil
Tel: +55 11 2548 7002
UK
Fisher & Paykel Healthcare Ltd,
Unit 16, Cordwallis Park,
Clivemont Road, Maidenhead,
Berkshire SL6 7BU, UK
Tel: 0800 132 189
Fax: +44 1628 626 146
USA/Canada
Tel: 1800 446 3908 or +1 949 453 4000
Fax: +1 949 453 4001
Russia
Tel. and Fax: +7 495 782 21 50