Step-by-Step
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Wash your hands.
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Remove the canister.
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Take the cap off.
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Do not get the canister wet.
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Run water into the mouthpiece for 30 seconds.
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Now run water into the top for 30 seconds.
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Wipe the mouthpiece with a cotton cloth.
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Let your inhaler and cap fully dry.
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When the inhaler is dry, put the canister back in.
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Point your inhaler away from you.
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Press down on the top three times to prime.
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Put the cap back on.
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