Firesafe 829-0301, Instructions For Use Manual

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1. Symbols
Warning!
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
personal injury to the user or others
Caution!
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
damage to the equipment or property
Note
Highlights points that might allow more convenient or efficient operation of the
equipment
Use no oil
Flow should be read level with the top of the float
2. Warnings and Cautions
2.1. Warnings!
 Read through this entire instruction manual before using or showing others how to use this
flowmeter. As with all medical equipment, attempting to use this device without a thorough
understanding of its operation may result in patient or user injury.
 Medical gases are, or should be considered a drug and should only be used for medical purposes
as prescribed by a physician or authorised clinician and in accordance with their instructions.
 Oxygen therapy may be a critical treatment. Additional risk control measures such as SpO2
monitoring with an alarm and a backup oxygen supply with delivery device should be provided for
patients who might suffer distress or injury if their oxygen supply is not available or is stopped
unexpectedly.
 The flowmeter is not MRI compatible.
 Ensure that the medical gas supply is sufficient for the proposed therapy and is supplied within
the pressure range given in the Device Specification. If the supply is a gas cylinder, check the
cylinder contents gauge regularly.
 This flowmeter is only for use with the medical gas indicated on the device label. Check the
cylinder or supply is the correct medical grade gas before use. Always check that the flowmeter
is connected to the correct gas specific terminal unit.
 Gas specific connectors are fitted to the flowmeter. Do not attempt to modify the fittings to suit
other gases or fitting systems.
 Oxygen is not flammable; however the presence of it will drastically increase the rate and severity
of combustion. Oil and/or grease in the presence of an oxygen enriched atmosphere will become
highly combustible. Oxygen must never be allowed to come into contact with oil, grease or other
petroleum-based substances. Do not use oil or grease on this flowmeter.
 Many hand creams and moisturisers contain paraffin and petroleum bases which are highly
flammable and must never be allowed to contact the Firesafe Flowmeter. Ensure hands are clean
and dry before operating the equipment.
 Do not smoke around oxygen equipment.