I don't have to use one of these I'm just here because a character on a tv show had one. But it reminds me once again how truly lucky we are with our health when we don't have to do things that others have to spend so much time and energy on. Health should never be taken for granted. On the other hand I do have issues that if most people here could only realize how lucky they are not to have my issues. God bless all.
That’s correct wipe down the outside every so often than according to most manufacturers replace your mask setup and tubing ( you can buy it as a kit all together ) every 6 months or so - helps to hsve a spare on hand incase you have a part brake unexpectedly and need to urgently replace it to continue using your nebuliser. I’ve had the equivalent of 24 puffs of salbutamol and Atrovent tonight inc 5 mg ventolin and 500 mic atrovent on the n builder from 1700- now 2130 ( hope I can sleep tonight 😂 but according to my pulse oximeter, at least I’m breathing okay and my asthma has settled. David Young 39 Brisbane Australia
After soaking in vinegar, the parts still have the vinegar smell. Is it safe to use? I think most of the vinegar smell comes from a rubber piece that holds the medicine cup down (I'm using a portable ultrasonic nebulizer).
For my Nebulizer CNB69008 it is written that it should be desinfected after the last treatment of the day. You must clean it up under hit water, after you must wash it in hot water with soft detergent, and only after to completely sunk it in for 30 min in a solution composted of 1 part vinegar + 3 parts distilled water.
Thanks for the video, I just got an OMRON nebulizer and boiled the tube! on the instruction its mentioned that the tube can be boiled in hot water. Do I have to get a new one?
You only need to clean the outside, and can use a disinfectant wipe for that. You first need to make sure to get the tubing completely dry inside and out. This is another reason we don’t recommend submerging, as this is not easy to do. You may be able to put the tubing only on the nebulizer compressor, and run it for several minutes to help dry the inside of the tubing. Turn the nebulizer compressor on first, then hook the tubing up, so no water is able to get back in the compressor, as it can damage the device. Once you have done this, I would inspect the tubing to make sure it didn’t get melted or damaged in the hot water. If it looks good, and is dry, you can hook it up to the nebulizer, and test it out when your next nebulizer treatment is due. If for some reason you hear or see an air leak, or the nebulizer is not making the same amount of mist it usually does, you may need to contact your DME provider, and get a replacement tubing. For more questions, please contact our Lung HelpLine at 1-800-LUNGUSA
I have a new Nebulizer and while I’m using it with a still water, it produces white mist…I don’t know why is the water turning white as a mist…Can I inhale that?
With nebulizers you can just use disposable kits that you can change out 1-2 times a month. For cleaning you can just do as shown in the video. It's the same way suggested for CPAP masks. Warm soapy water, quick rinse, air dry out of direct sunlight.
In the instruction manual they say 1 part vinegar+ 3 parts distilled water and let is be sunk in for 30 minutes. Before that they also instruct you to wash it in hot water with soap and clean it before you put it in vinegar solution. They also say that it should be done every day after you end your treatment sessions.
I have a question. Every time I use the nebulizer machine the tube pop out from the machine and there's speckled water inside the tube. Does it mean I need to get another machine?
It sounds like you may have some condensation in the tubing ( causing the specks of water). The tubing should always be completely dry before storing to prevent bacteria or mildew from forming in it. You can dry the condensation that forms by running the machine with only the tubing on it to allow it to dry completely. Also, always ensure that the tubing, mask, and/ or mouthpiece remain in the upright position when setting it up and during usage. My tubing pops off frequently and always has. I think some of the machines area that the tubing connects isnt made quite right. ( mine is a Panasonic and where the tubing connects tends to be shorter than it should be ). I just try to ensure the tubing is on as tightly as possible and hold it in place with my hand to prevent it from popping off. The machine you have should be fine, but do check your tubing to ensure there's no mildew from previous condensation being left in it. If there's any discoloration or weird smell of the tubing, you'll probably want to replace it and then make sure to dry it properly each time you use it as described above. I hope this helps.
My DME supplier that I got my machine from sends out what they call nebulizer kits with replacement tubing, mouthpieces/cups, and filters every 6 months, since those wear out faster than the compressor. I would start by contacting the medical equipment supplier where you got your nebulizer to reorder parts. You can contact the manufacturer and ask (I believe that is one of the Pari nebulizers?)
You just wipe the outside of the tubing with a disinfectant wipe or damp paper towel. If there's condensation in the tubing, you can hook it up to the compressor and the air from the compressor will dry it out.
What happens if I place the tubing underwater? Can I no longer use it? I recently bought a nebulizer and wash all of it. It's been 2 days since then and it still has some water in it but not a lot.
turn on the nebulizer and leave it running until all the water gets out of the tubing. you should also leave it running for a while (2 mins should do) after each treatment, because moisture builds up inside the tube. detach the cup of course
The Pari instruction is to put in a hot boiling water for 5 minutes; you should put enough distilled water in the Pot so not to let the Parts touch the bottom of the Pot. The other recommendation is to use commercial Baby Bottle sterlizer.@@gregallen9011
A respiratory therapist explained to me the correct way of cleaning is to using wound saline. It gets all of the bacteria out.
I don't have to use one of these I'm just here because a character on a tv show had one. But it reminds me once again how truly lucky we are with our health when we don't have to do things that others have to spend so much time and energy on. Health should never be taken for granted. On the other hand I do have issues that if most people here could only realize how lucky they are not to have my issues. God bless all.
I was told not to use soap at all
Thank you so much it's a great help 😊😊
So the inside of the tubing is never cleaned?
That’s correct wipe down the outside every so often than according to most manufacturers replace your mask setup and tubing ( you can buy it as a kit all together ) every 6 months or so - helps to hsve a spare on hand incase you have a part brake unexpectedly and need to urgently replace it to continue using your nebuliser.
I’ve had the equivalent of 24 puffs of salbutamol and Atrovent tonight inc 5 mg ventolin and 500 mic atrovent on the n builder from 1700- now 2130 ( hope I can sleep tonight 😂 but according to my pulse oximeter, at least I’m breathing okay and my asthma has settled.
David Young 39 Brisbane Australia
@@davidyoung3237Thanks for the answer and have a good sleep!
Can I clean my nebulizer with hydrogen peroxide?
Thank you!!😊
After soaking in vinegar, the parts still have the vinegar smell. Is it safe to use?
I think most of the vinegar smell comes from a rubber piece that holds the medicine cup down (I'm using a portable ultrasonic nebulizer).
For my Nebulizer CNB69008 it is written that it should be desinfected after the last treatment of the day. You must clean it up under hit water, after you must wash it in hot water with soft detergent, and only after to completely sunk it in for 30 min in a solution composted of 1 part vinegar + 3 parts distilled water.
Thanks for the video, I just got an OMRON nebulizer and boiled the tube! on the instruction its mentioned that the tube can be boiled in hot water. Do I have to get a new one?
You only need to clean the outside, and can use a disinfectant wipe for that. You first need to make sure to get the tubing completely dry inside and out. This is another reason we don’t recommend submerging, as this is not easy to do. You may be able to put the tubing only on the nebulizer compressor, and run it for several minutes to help dry the inside of the tubing. Turn the nebulizer compressor on first, then hook the tubing up, so no water is able to get back in the compressor, as it can damage the device. Once you have done this, I would inspect the tubing to make sure it didn’t get melted or damaged in the hot water. If it looks good, and is dry, you can hook it up to the nebulizer, and test it out when your next nebulizer treatment is due. If for some reason you hear or see an air leak, or the nebulizer is not making the same amount of mist it usually does, you may need to contact your DME provider, and get a replacement tubing.
For more questions, please contact our Lung HelpLine at 1-800-LUNGUSA
@@americanlungassociation thanks for your reply!
is there a cleaning wipe that can be used, istead of the white vinegar solution?
Very helpful. Thank you.
I have a new Nebulizer and while I’m using it with a still water, it produces white mist…I don’t know why is the water turning white as a mist…Can I inhale that?
Yes, that mist is the treatment doing what it's supposed to do. When the mist stops, that means the med cup is empty.
Is there a machine that you can place them in to clean the nebulizer? Like they have for people with cpap.
With nebulizers you can just use disposable kits that you can change out 1-2 times a month. For cleaning you can just do as shown in the video. It's the same way suggested for CPAP masks. Warm soapy water, quick rinse, air dry out of direct sunlight.
Is it okay to use the parts after wash even if they haven't dried completely?
yes
In my instruction manual they say NO.
What are the white vinegar and water solution proportions? 1:1?
My directions say 3 parts water to 1 part vinegar.
In the instruction manual they say 1 part vinegar+ 3 parts distilled water and let is be sunk in for 30 minutes. Before that they also instruct you to wash it in hot water with soap and clean it before you put it in vinegar solution. They also say that it should be done every day after you end your treatment sessions.
I have a question. Every time I use the nebulizer machine the tube pop out from the machine and there's speckled water inside the tube. Does it mean I need to get another machine?
It sounds like you may have some condensation in the tubing ( causing the specks of water).
The tubing should always be completely dry before storing to prevent bacteria or mildew from forming in it. You can dry the condensation that forms by running the machine with only the tubing on it to allow it to dry completely. Also, always ensure that the tubing, mask, and/ or mouthpiece remain in the upright position when setting it up and during usage.
My tubing pops off frequently and always has. I think some of the machines area that the tubing connects isnt made quite right. ( mine is a Panasonic and where the tubing connects tends to be shorter than it should be ). I just try to ensure the tubing is on as tightly as possible and hold it in place with my hand to prevent it from popping off.
The machine you have should be fine, but do check your tubing to ensure there's no mildew from previous condensation being left in it. If there's any discoloration or weird smell of the tubing, you'll probably want to replace it and then make sure to dry it properly each time you use it as described above.
I hope this helps.
@@brenten6226 wow thanks for the info ✌💚
Thank you for the video. I have the same nebulizer as shown in the video. Where can I find the filters for this unit?
My DME supplier that I got my machine from sends out what they call nebulizer kits with replacement tubing, mouthpieces/cups, and filters every 6 months, since those wear out faster than the compressor. I would start by contacting the medical equipment supplier where you got your nebulizer to reorder parts. You can contact the manufacturer and ask (I believe that is one of the Pari nebulizers?)
If you don't clean the tubing, it may get a lot of dust and it6harmful to breath in.
How do you clean inside the tubing?
@@janigirl2296 First you use hot water to flush the tubing. Second, you let it air dry.
@@axmil_80 thank you
@@janigirl2296 your welcome
Does the tubing need cleaning? It was not made clear in the video.
PS, awesome video series.
At 0:45 in the video it clearly states it should never be cleaned.
re-watch the video - do not submerse the tubing in water, wipe the exterior with a disinfectant cloth
You just wipe the outside of the tubing with a disinfectant wipe or damp paper towel. If there's condensation in the tubing, you can hook it up to the compressor and the air from the compressor will dry it out.
What happens if I place the tubing underwater? Can I no longer use it? I recently bought a nebulizer and wash all of it. It's been 2 days since then and it still has some water in it but not a lot.
Hang the tubing to completely dry out
The tubing cannot dry if it gets liquid inside. It will grow mold, bacteria, and fungus very quickly. Do not use.
So did I because it's been a while and my son's asthma is acting up again.
Buy a new nebulizer kit
turn on the nebulizer and leave it running until all the water gets out of the tubing. you should also leave it running for a while (2 mins should do) after each treatment, because moisture builds up inside the tube. detach the cup of course
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Why is there condensation in the tubing during treatment?
You can run the compressor with just the tubing attached to dry out the tubing, or hang the tubing to air dry.
I boiled mine 😔
I thought about boiling mine but worry that the heat would distort the shape of it enough to affect its performance. Have you seen any of that?
@@gregallen9011 I didn't notice any changes after I boiled mine.
How long Mr. Allen did you boiled your tubing .
The Pari instruction is to put in a hot boiling water for 5 minutes; you should put enough distilled water in the Pot so not to let the Parts touch the bottom of the Pot. The other recommendation is to use commercial Baby Bottle sterlizer.@@gregallen9011