VI. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The HUMIDOPHONE
of a foam filter and a plastic housing as well as of a lid with valve function. The plastic housing is
equipped on the patient side with a standardized opening, thereby allowing for connection to a
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fenestrated/sieved tracheostomy tube.
During inhalation, the valve diaphragm of the HUMIDOPHONE
through the foam filter element. After inhalation, the valve closes, thereby enabling the user to
speak. The pressure rise during expiration supports the valve closure process.
HUMIDOPHONE
22 mm external diameter, thereby allowing for connection to a 22 mm receptacle system.
HUMIDOPHONE
opening with 15 mm internal diameter, thereby allowing for connection to a 15 mm standard
connector.
HUMIDOPHONE
with 15 mm internal diameter, thereby allowing for connection to a 15 mm standard connector. The
external diameter of the opening is 22 mm, and is thus also compatible with all commonly used 22
mm receptacle systems.
HUMIDOPHONE
opening with 15 mm internal diameter, thereby allowing for connection to a 15 mm standard
connector. The external diameter of the opening is 22 mm, and is thus also compatible with all
commonly used 22 mm receptacle systems. An oxygen connecting piece fitted to the side of the
housing (5 mm ISO plug-in connection) enables a connecting tube to be connected up, thereby
allowing combination with an oxygen source.
VII. INSTRUCTIONS
Check
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Check the use-by or expiry date. Do not use the product after this date.
Use with a 15 mm connector: mount the HUMIDOPHONE
means of light pressure on the 15 mm standard connector of the tracheostomy tube ➊.
Use with a 22 mm connector: mount the HUMIDOPHONE
housing ring of the tracheostomy tube ➋, until the housing snaps in audibly through the outer
fastening rim.
Remove the HUMIDOPHONE
extract the filter cassette by tugging lightly ➍/➎.
VIII. PERIOD OF USE
The maximum period of use / wearing period is 24 hours ➎.
If necessary, the filter must be changed several times a day, for instance if the respiratory resistance
is in danger of increasing due to accumulation of secretions.
IX. LEGAL NOTICES
The manufacturer Andreas Fahl Medizintechnik-Vertrieb GmbH will not accept any liability for
damages (in particular for functional deficiencies, injuries, infections, and/or other complications
or adverse events) caused by unauthorised product alterations, by repairs not performed by the
manufacturer or by improper handling, care (cleaning/disinfection) and/or storage of the products in
violation of the provisions of these instructions for use.
This applies – to the extent permitted by law – both to damages to the products themselves caused
thereby as well as to any consequential damages caused thereby.
The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes to the product at any time without notice.
HUMIDOPHONE
Cologne registered in Germany and the EU member states.
is a heat and moisture exchanger as well as a particle filter, consisting
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: On the patient side, the plastic housing is equipped with a central opening with
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TYP 15: On the patient side, the plastic housing is equipped with a central
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PLUS: On the patient side, the plastic housing is equipped with a central opening
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PLUS O2: On the patient side, the plastic housing is equipped with a central
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is a trademark and brand of Andreas Fahl Medizintechnik-Vertrieb GmbH,
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