AirSep MN105-1 C - Manual (Page 14)

AirSep ® Corporation
NewLife ® Elite Service Manual
3.0 Patient Instructions
3.1 General Instructions
It is important that patients thoroughly understand how to operate the AirSep
NewLife unit. This enables proper treatment as prescribed by a qualified,
licensed physician. You must explain that the purpose of this therapy is to
alleviate symptoms. If patients experience any discomfort or the unit alarms,
they must notify their Equipment Provider and/or physician immediately.
You, as the Equipment Provider, are responsible to see that each patient receives
the Patient Manual. Locate the Patient Manual in the pocket on the back of each
unit. Explain each step in the operation of the unit to the patient in reference to
this manual.
3.2 Routine Maintenance by the Patient
To ensure accurate output and efficient operation of the unit, the patient must
perform two simple routine maintenance tasks:
 Clean the air intake gross particle filter
 Check the alarm system battery
3.2.1 Cleaning the Air Intake Gross Particle Filter
NOTE
The patient must clean this filter weekly, as
described below. The filter may require daily
cleaning if the NewLife unit operates in a harsh
environment such as a house heated by wood,
kerosene, or oil, or one with excessive cigarette
smoke.
1 Remove the dirty air intake gross particle filter from the back
of the NewLife unit, and install the clean filter stored in the
pocket on the back of the unit.
2 Wash the dirty filter in warm soapy water, and rinse.
3 Use a soft absorbent towel to remove excess water.
4 Place the clean air intake gross particle filter in the pocket on
the back of the unit.
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