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Notes on Safety
General Advice
Do not use the unit for the purpose other than for inhalation.
Do not use any parts other than the accessories or the optional parts listed on page 22.
Do not fill the medication cup with more than 150 ml medication or less than 5 ml.
• The unit may not nebulise.
Do not move the unit while medication remains in the unit.
Do not block the air ventilation holes at the rear side of the nebuliser.
Place the nebuliser on a plain and stable surface during operation.
Do not apply strong shocks to or drop the main unit.
Do not bend the inhalation hose.
• The medication may be pooled in the hose and the nebulisation rate may be lowered.
Do not inhale from the inhalation hose if the main unit is higher than your head.
• The medication may spill onto your face or clothes.
Be careful not to damage the vibrator when cleaning the water tank of the main unit.
Do not disinfect the unit by boiling in a microwave oven.
After cleaning and disinfecting the parts, assemble them after they are completely dried.
Do not wipe the main unit with volatile chemicals, such as benzine or thinners.
Although this nebuliser fulfils the provisions of the EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility)
directive, the use of it should be avoided in direct vicinity of other electric devices.
Do not allow unsupervised children or infirm persons to use the unit.
Maintenance
Before using the unit, be sure to confirm that the main unit operates normally and safely.
How to handle faults or accidents
If an equipment error (E1) occurs, immediately take the following measures. (Also refer to Page 19.)
(1) Power-off the unit and unplug the power plug from the electric outlet to make the unit inoperable.
(2) Write “Faulty-Do not use” on the main unit so that it will not be used.
(3) Contact the store where you purchased the unit or the nearest OMRON dealer.
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