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WARNING: (Cont.)
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Do not use the device or accessories in an environment with
electromagnetic equipment such as CT scanners, Diathermy, RFID
and electromagnetic security systems (metal detectors) as it may
cause unacceptable risk to the patient or damage to the conserv-
ing device. Some electromagnetic sources may not be apparent,
if you notice any unexplained changes in the performance of
this device, if it is making unusual or harsh sounds, discontinue
use. Contact your home care provider. This device is suitable for
use in home and healthcare environments except for near active
HF SURGICAL EQUIPMENT and the RF shielded room of an ME
SYSTEM for magnetic resonance imaging, where the intensity of
Electromagnetic DISTURBANCES are high.
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Use of this equipment adjacent to or stacked with other equip-
ment should be avoided because it could result in improper
operation. If such use is necessary, this equipment and the other
equipment should be observed to verify that they are operating
normally.
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Portable RF communications equipment (including peripherals
such as antenna cables and external antennas) should be used no
closer than 30 cm (12 inches) to any part of the conserving device
including cables specified by the manufacturer. Otherwise, degra-
dation of the performance of this equipment could result.
NOTE: The EMISSIONS characteristics of this equipment
make it suitable for use in industrial areas and hospitals
(CISPR 11 class A). If it is used in a residential environment
(for which CISPR 11 class B is normally required) this
equipment might not offer adequate protection to
radio-frequency communication services. The user might
need to take mitigation measures, such as relocating or
re-orienting the equipment.
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WARNING: (Cont.)
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Oxygen makes it easier for a fire to start and spread. Do not leave
the nasal cannula on bed coverings or chair cushions, if the oxygen
conserver is turned on, but not in use; the oxygen will make the
materials more flammable. Turn the oxygen conserver off when
not in use.
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Geriatric, pediatric or any other patient unable to communicate
discomfort can require additional monitoring to avoid harm.
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Smoking during oxygen therapy is dangerous and is likely to result
in facial burns or death. Do not allow smoking or open flames
within the same room as the oxygen conserver or any oxygen
carrying accessories. If you smoke, you must always turn the
oxygen conserver off, remove the cannula and leave the room
where either the cannula or the oxygen conserver is located. If
unable to leave the room, you must wait 10 minutes after the flow
of oxygen has been stopped.
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The accessories (nasal cannula, masks, oxygen tubing, humidifiers,
etc.) that supply oxygen to the patient must be equipped with a
means that, in case of fire, stops the propagation of fire through
the accessory for the safety of the patient and others. A fire
activated flow-stop or thermal fuse device, if available, should be
used with the oxygen supply accessories. These types of flow-stop
devices stop the flow of oxygen to the patient in the event of fire.
This means of fire protection should be located as close to the
patient as practicable.
NOTE: This can be achieved by incorporating a means to stop
the flow of gas from the conserving equipment in the
presence of fire.
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