15. Do not use lubricants on this device or any of its accessories.
16. Use of this device at an altitude above 4,000 m (13,000 feet), or outside the tem-
perature range of 5°C (41°F) to 40°C (104°F), or outside the humidity range of 5% to
93% may adversely affect the flowrate and percentage of oxygen and consequently
the quality of therapy. When not in use, the device should be stored in a clean, dry
environment between -20°C and 60°C (-4°F and 140°F). Use and/or storage outside
of the valid conditions may damage the product. For more technical details see
Chapter 15 - Technical Description.
17. Always ensure at least one battery is inserted before using this device.
18. If feeling ill or experiencing discomfort while using this device, contact your clinician
or seek medical assistance immediately to avoid harm.
19. Your home oxygen provider must verify the compatibility of the device and all acces-
sories used prior to use. To ensure you are receiving the therapeutic amount of oxy-
gen for your medical condition, the device and accessories must only be used after
one of more settings have been determined or prescribed for you at your specific ac-
tivity levels by a healthcare professional.
20. The electrical cord and tubing could present a tripping or strangulation hazard. Keep
away from children and pets.
21. Do not disassemble or modify this device or any of its accessories. Do not attempt any
maintenance other than tasks described in Chapter 10 - Troubleshooting. Disassembly
can create an electric shock hazard and will void the warranty. Contact your distribu-
tor for servicing by authorised personnel.
22. Use only spare parts recommended by the manufacturer to ensure proper function
and to avoid the risk of fire and burns.
23. Do not repair or perform service work while the device is in use by the patient.
3.2. Cautions Overview
1.
Keep away from heat sources (fireplaces, radiant heaters, etc.) that could cause the oper-
ating temperature at or near the device to exceed 40°C (104°F).
2. The display may be difficult to read under bright lighting conditions (sunlight, interior
lights, etc.), move away from direct light for viewing the display.
3. Keep away from lint or other loose material that could block the intake vents.
4. Some countries restrict this device to be sold by or on an order of a prescribing clinician.
Please ensure you comply with relevant local laws.
5. Non-prescribed oxygen therapy can be hazardous under certain circumstances. Use this
device only when prescribed by a clinician.
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