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3. Safety information and warnings
Warning
• Before use, ensure that there is no visible damage to
the unit or accessories. When in doubt, do not use
the unit and contact your dealer or the customer ser-
vice address provided.
• Using the unit is not a substitute for consultation with
or treatment from a physician. Whenever you have
any pain or illness, always contact your physician first.
• If you have health concerns of any kind, contact your
general practitioner!
• When using the nebuliser, always follow the basic
hygiene procedures.
• Always follow your doctor’s instructions regarding
the type of medicine to be used and the dose, fre-
quency, and duration of inhalation.
• Only use medicines that have been prescribed or rec-
ommended by your doctor or pharmacist.
• If the unit does not function correctly or if you begin to
feel unwell or feel pain, stop using the unit immediately.
• During use, hold the unit away from the eyes, as some
nebulised medicines may cause damage to the eyes.
• Do not operate the unit in the presence of flammable
gases.
• Do not use the device near electromagnetic ransmit-
ters.
• This device is not intended to be used by children or
persons with restricted physical, sensory (e.g. insen-
sitivity to pain) or mental abilities or persons lacking
in the required experience or knowledge for safe op-
eration of the device, unless supervised or instructed
by a person responsible for their safety.
• Keep children away from packaging materials (risk
of suffocation).
• Do not use attachments that are not recommended
by the manufacturer.
• Do not dip the unit into water and do not use it in wet
rooms. Do not allow any liquid to penetrate the unit.
• Protect the unit from strong impacts.
• Do not use the unit if it has fallen or been dropped
on the floor, been exposed to extreme humidity or
is otherwise damaged. In case of doubt, contact our
customer service department or your local dealer.
• The IH 50 must only be operated using the appropri-
ate Beurer accessories.The use of other accessories
can impair therapeutic efficiency and may damage
the device.
• Remove the batteries from the device if you will not
be using it for an extended period. Leaking batteries
may damage the device.
Important
• Power cuts, sudden faults or other unfavourable con-
ditions may render the unit unusable. You are there-
fore recommended to keep a spare device or re-
placement medicine (as agreed with the doctor).
• The device must be stored away from sources of
heat.
• Do not use the unit in a room in which a spray has
previously been used. If this is the case, ventilate the
room before commencing treatment.
• For reasons of hygiene, each user should use their
own set of accessories (mesh atomiser, mask and
mouthpiece).
• Store the device in a location protected against en-
vironmental influences. The device must be stored
in the specified ambient conditions.
• Do not use any liquids that have a viscosity (thick-
ness) greater than 3, as these may damage the mesh
irreparably.
• Do not use any medicines in powder form (even if
dissolved).
• Do not shake the atomiser, as this may cause liquid
to leak, and the device may become damaged.
Power pack
Important
• Do not use any power pack other than the one sup-
plied.
• Ensure that the mains socket cannot come into con-
tact with liquids.
• If adapters or extensions are required, these must
comply with the applicable safety regulations. The
electrical capacity and the maximum capacity speci-
fied on the adapter must not be exceeded.
• After using the power pack, unplug it from the socket.
• Connect the unit only to the mains voltage listed on
the type plate.
General notes
Important
• Use the unit only:
– On humans,
– for its intended purpose (aerosol inhalation) and in
the manner described in these instructions for use.
• Any improper use can be dangerous!
• In acute emergencies, first aid takes priority.
• Apart from medicines, use only a saline solution.
• This unit is not intended for commercial or clinical
use, but only for individual, private household use!
