Warnings And Cautions; Intended Use - Vyaire PulmoLife Mode D'emploi

WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS

The following terms are used as follows in this manual
CAUTION: Possibility of injury or serious damage
WARNING: Conditions or practices that could result in personal injury
PLEASE NOTE: Important information for avoiding damage to the
instrument or facilitating operation of the instrument.
CAUTION: For batteries, do not attempt to charge, connect
improperly, or dispose of in fire as there is possibility of leakage or
explosion. Follow manufacturer's recommendation for proper
disposal.
WARNING: The instrument is not suitable for use in the presence
of explosive or flammable gases, flammable anaesthetic mixtures
or in oxygen rich environments.
CAUTION: Mouthpieces are single patient use. If used on more
than one patient there is a risk of cross-infection. Repeat use may
degrade materials and lead to an incorrect measurement.
PLEASE NOTE: Degree of protection against Ingress of Water is
IPX0.
The intended use of PulmoLife is to quickly and easily screens smokers
for early detection of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).
The effects of COPD in smokers are normally detectable from the age
of 35.
The measurement taken from the unit can help in the diagnosis,
management and treatment during the early stages of COPD
development.
The use of 'Lung Age' provides an additional motivational tool that may
help susceptible smokers to understand the physical damage caused by
smoking
The PulmoLife is designed for use by clinicians and health care
professionals.
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CAUTION: Read the manual before use
PLEASE NOTE: The product and the battery you have
purchased should not be disposed of as unsorted
waste. Please utilise your local WEEE collection
facilities for the disposal of this product.

INTENDED USE

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