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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS
WARNING
• Before use, check the ratings label on the back of the device to ensure that the voltage
and current indicated on the unit correspond with the voltage and current available.
DO NOT
overload wall outlets or use with power strips or extension cords.
•
DO NOT
use this product with a DC to AC converter, or with any AC voltage and/or
frequency other than specified.
•
NEVER
operate this device if it has a damaged cord or plug, is not working properly
or any abnormalities occur, or has been exposed to any liquids inside or outside of the
housing. Contact your home care provider immediately.
•
NEVER
allow the power supply cord to be pulled, jerked, strained, twisted, or severely
bent, especially at the plug connections. Damage will occur at the high flex point of
entry into the appliance, causing it to rupture and short.
•
DO NOT
open or disassemble the compressor. Contact your home care provider for
any service or repair requests.
•
DO NOT
use the device if it is damaged in any way. Continued use of a damaged
device may cause injury to the patient or further damage to the device.
• Keep ALL electrical cords away from heated surfaces.
DO NOT
operate or store under
direct sunlight, high temperature or humidity. See technical specifications for maximum
storage and operating temperatures and relative humidity
DISCONTINUE OPERATION IMMEDIATELY IF ANY OF THE MOTOR HOUSING PARTS
BECOME DETACHED OR BROKEN, EXPOSING THE MOTOR OR ANY OTHER
INTERNAL ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS.
• There is a risk of fire associated with oxygen enrichment during oxygen therapy.
DO NOT
use the oxygen concentrator or accessories near sparks or open flames.
DO NOT
smoke while the oxygen concentrator is in use.
• Oxygen can make materials flammable.
DO NOT
leave the nasal cannula or mask on
bed coverings, clothing or chair cushions. Turn the oxygen concentrator OFF when
not in use.
• Keep the oxygen concentrator away from flammable and explosive areas.
• Patients who require continuous oxygen therapy should plan for alternate sources of
power in the event of a power failure. This device is NOT intended to be used as a life
sustaining or life supporting device.
• To avoid the risk of fire and burns,
NEVER
use petroleum or oil-based lotions or salves
before or during oxygen therapy.
•
DO NOT
lubricate fittings, connections, tubing or other accessories of the device to
avoid the risk of fire and burns.
•
NEVER
spray liquids onto the oxygen concentrator housing, especially near the display
panel or air vents. Fluid could cause damage to the electrical components and lead to
malfunction. If fluid enters the unit, discontinue use immediately and return the product
to your home care provider.
