WELCARE Spacer WSP050 Medical Device Instruction Manual

: June 6, 2024
: WELCARE

Table of Contents

Important Safety Information
Package Contents
Before Using the Welcare Spacer
Welcare Spacer Components
Using the Welcare Spacer
Maintenance
Accessories (sold separately)
Technical Data
Disposal
Warranty Information
Warranty Form
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WELCARE Spacer WSP050 Medical Device Instruction Manual

Read Instructions Carefully Before Use

Thank you for purchasing the Welcare Spacer.

Please keep this instruction manual in a safe place where it is readily available.

The illustrations in this manual may differ slightly from the product itself.

Important Safety Information

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Read this section thoroughly before using the product.

Please ensure you observe the safety instructions to avoid accidents, injury, and damage.

Intended purpose

Welcare Spacer is a precision medical device, designed to optimise the delivery of aerosol medication into the lungs.
Welcare Spacer is appropriate for use by all ages and used in conjunction with any regular MDI (puffer) prescribed by a doctor.
This product is not intended for use by children without adult supervision.
This product is not intended for use by persons with limited physical, sensory or mental abilities or lacking experience and/or knowledge, unless they are supervised by a person responsible for their safety or have received and understand the instructions/safety warnings for use of the product from this person in advance.
DO NOT use this product for anything other than its intended purpose and only use as described in this manual.

Safety Warnings

Consult your healthcare professional before using the Welcare Spacer.
Use the prescribed MDI (puffer) as directed.
Only use ONE dose of medication from the MDI (puffer) at a time.
Always follow the instructions supplied with the MDI (puffer).
Keep children away from the packaging material.
DO NOT let children to play with the product – it is not a toy.
DO NOT use any harsh chemical cleaning agents.
DO NOT expose the product to temperatures of over 40°C.
DO NOT drop or place heavy objects on the product.
DO NOT using while driving.
DO NOT put in the dishwasher.
Only use the supplied Welcare Spacer face masks with the spacer.
For single person use only.

Contraindication

SEVERE ASTHMA PATIENTS WHO FEEL DIFlCULTY IN BREATHING should stop using this product and consult their healthcare professional.

Package Contents

A. 1 x 220ml Anti-Static Spacer
B. 1 x Inhalation Mouthpiece with Valve
C. 1 x MDI (puffer) Connecting Cradle
D. 1 x Adult Face Mask
E. 1 x Child Face Mask
F. 1 x Instruction Manual and Warranty Card

Before Using the Welcare Spacer

Remove the spacer from the packaging and check all components are undamaged and in working order.
DO NOT use if any part is damaged or broken.
Read the instruction manual thoroughly before using.
Ensure all packaging materials are kept out of reach of children and/or disposed of safely. Please recycle all packaging material where possible.
Rinse thoroughly with warm soapy water before use. Let dry at room temperature.

If any abnormalities are detected, please contact our service centre:
In Australia – 1800 807 464
In New Zealand – 0800 523 583

Welcare Spacer Components

220ml Anti-Static Spacer Chamber
Inhalation Mouthpiece with Valve
MDI (puffer) Connecting Cradle
Adult Face Mask – Large
Child Face Mask – Small

Using the Welcare Spacer

The detachable Welcare Spacer Mask (adult or child) can be attached easily to the Welcare Spacer. They are suitable for children and adults.
To use, simply attach the mask fimily to the inhalation Mouthpiece before use.
Remove the cap from the MDI (puffer) and shake vigorously.
Insert the MDI (puffer) into the opening of the Connecting Cradle.
Note: Some MDI’s (puffer) are manufactured with a LARGERMOUTHPIECETHATMAYBEDIFlCULTTOINSE TINTOTHE Connecting Cradle. To avoid damage, insert one side of the MDI (puffer) into the Connecting Cradle and gently stretch, then leaver the other side of the MDI (puffer) into position.
The MDI (puffer) must be inserted fully into the Connecting Cradle to be effective.
Using a mask: PLACE THE MASK lRMLY OVER THE MOUTH and nose.
Not using a mask:Place the mouth directly over the Mouthpiece to create an effective seal.
Exhale gently into the chamber.
Press the MDI (puffer) once ONLY to dispense a single dose of medication into the spacer.
Breath in and out normally through the mouth 3 or 4 times.
Remove from the mouth and continue to exhale.
An alternative method is to inhale slowly and deeply through the spacer, holding the breath for 5 seconds. While holding the breath, remove from the mouth and gently exhale.
If a second dose is required, repeat steps 7-10 / 11.
Note: Only use ONE dose of medication from the MDI (puffer) at a time. Always follow the instructions supplied with the MDI (puffer).

Remove MDI (puffer) cover
Shake MDI (puffer) vigorously
Attach it to cradle
Trigger one puff
Breathe in and out normally 3 or 4 times

Maintenance

Cleaning

Disassemble the spacer and all components.
Wash thoroughly with warm soapy water. DO NOT rinse.
DO NOT scrub the spacer.
DO NOT use chemicals, steel wool or abrasive cleaners to clean the spacer.
Dry at room temperature.
DO NOT rub dry, as this can cause electrostatic charge.
NOT dishwasher safe.
After washing the device, components may be wiped with a 75% alcohol solution if disinfection is required.

Storage

Store in a safe, cool, dry place as per safety warnings.

Accessories (sold separately)

Name	Model Number
Adult Face Mask	WAFM050
Child Face Mask	WCFM050

Technical Data

Name	Welcare Spacer
Model Number	WSP050

17mm x 26mm

Inhalation Mouthpiece|

20mm

Contents| Welcare Spacer Chamber, Adult and Child Face Mask, MDI (puffer) Connecting Cradle, Inhalation Mouthpiece with Valve, Instruction Manual with Warranty Card.
Storage/Transport Conditions| Temperature: -10°C – 40°C Humidity: 10% – 80%

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Disposal

The Welcare Spacer can be disposed of as normal household waste.

Warranty Information

Please register your warranty information at: www.welcare.com.au

This Welcare product is warranted to be free of manufacturing defects for 1 year from the date of purchase. This warranty is VOID IF THE PRODUCT IS MODIlED OR ALTERED IS SUBJECT TO MISUSE or abuse, damaged in transit or lack of responsible care, is dropped, if damage occurs by reason of failure to follow the written instruction booklet enclosed, or if product repairs are carried out without authority from J.A. Davey Pty Ltd.

We will repair, or at our option replace free of charge, any parts necessary to correct material or workmanship, or replace the entire product and return to you during the period of the warranty. Otherwise, we will quote for any repair which will be carried out on acceptance of our quotation.

4HE BENElTS CONFERRED BY THIS WARRANTY ARE IN ADDITION TO ALL other rights and remedies in respect of the product, which the consumer has under the trade practices act and other state or territory laws in Australia and New Zealand.

Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under Australian and New Zealand Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.

BEFORE YOU SEND IN YOUR UNIT FOR SERVICE

Before sending in your unit for service, please take a few minutes to do the following:

Contact Welcare customer service. Our staff are trained to assist you with most issues you may have experienced, without the need to send your product in for service.

PLEASE CALL OUR TOLL FREE NUMBER:

IN AUSTRALIA:
Free call: 1800 807 464
IN NEW ZEALAND:
Free call: 0800 523 583

SENDING IN YOUR UNIT FOR SERVICE

Should repair be needed within the warranty period, enclose the cut-out section of the warranty form and your proof of purchase receipt. Please ensure all relevant details are completed before sending your product in for service. Please ensure your contact details are still current and include a brief description of the problem you are experiencing together with your purchase receipt.
Include the product with all components in your package. This is extremely important, so our repair technicians can make the correct diagnosis with any problems.
Please return the product and warranty form at your cost to:
IN AUSTRALIA
J.A.Davey Pty Ltd
Welcare Repairs
PO Box 84
Port Melbourne
Victoria, Australia 3207
IN NEW ZEALAND
BV Medical
Welcare Repairs
Unit 7, 110 Mays Road
Onehunga
Auckland, New Zealand 1061

Warranty Form

PLEASE RETAIN THIS WARRANTY FORM. RETURN THIS PORTION ONLY WHEN YOU RETURN YOUR PRODUCT FOR REPAIR UNDER WARRANTY.

NAME:_
ADDRESS:____
POSTCODE:____
DAYTIME PHONE:__
EMAIL:____
MODEL:_
DATE OF PURCHASE: / /____

PLEASE ATTACH PROOF OF PURCHASE

RETAILER’S NAME:_____
RETAILER’S ADDRESS:__
POSTCODE:____
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF PROBLEM YOU ARE EXPERIENCING:

WARRANTY IS VOID UNLESS THE ABOVE INFORMATION
IS COMPLETED AND CORRECT.

MADE IN CHINA

Wellkang Ltd
Enterprise Hub, NW Business Complex,
1 Beraghmore Rd. Derry, BT48 8SE,
Northern Ireland, UK

Manufactured by:

Huizhou Kaiyi Technology Co., Ltd.
7#, Xingqain Road 2,
Fuxing Industrial Zone,
Yuanzhou, Huizhou 516123,
Guangdong, China

Distributed by:
(Australia)
JA DAVEY PTY LTD
626 Lorimer Street
Port Melbourne, VIC 3207
(New Zealand)
JA DAVEY LTD
C/- Healthcare Logistics
58 Richard Pearse Drive
Mangere, Auckland 2022

Version number V06/21