SEFAM DreamStar Auto, Patient Manual

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DreamStar Intro, Info, Auto patient manual en GB – 3
Before you start
Please read this manual carefully before using your
DreamStar™
device so that you
fully understand the limitations of this device.
Safety precautions
WARNING
This indicates in this manual a risk of injury or accident to you or to
others.
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The DreamStar™ product range devices cannot be used without a medical prescription. Under no
circumstances should you attempt to adjust prescribed settings without agreement of the medical
team.
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Use the device only for the recommended use as described in this manual. Advice contained in this
manual should not supersede instructions of your health professional.
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This device is not intended to provide assistance for vital functions.
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The DreamStar™ product range devices must only be used with the circuits, masks, fittings and
accessories recommended by a physician or provided by your health care provider. Make sure the
‘Directions for Use’ instructions for each accessory are in the package and read them carefully.
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If you suspect that the device or one of its accessories is defective or damaged or not working
properly, please contact your health care provider.
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Do not try to open or modify the device (risk of electric shock). Maintenance of this equipment is to be
performed by skilled personnel only. Please contact your health care provider.
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If necessary, the device can be detached from the electrical network by unplugging the power supply
cord. Make sure that the power supply cord is accessible.
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If the device is connected to a base of multiple sockets, then an additional base of multiple sockets or
an extension wire should not be connected to the system.
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During treatment, only equipment provided by your health care provider should be connected to the
device USB connector.
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Place the device on a stable horizontal surface in a clean environment. Do not use the device if it has
been set next to or on top of another device.
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Be careful not to obstruct the air outlet, or any other opening of the device or respiratory circuit,
either accidentally or intentionally. Do not cover the unit or place it too close to a wall. Do not
introduce liquids or objects into the air outlet.
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Please hold the device and the power cord away from any water source (electrocution hazard). Use
the device and its accessories (power cords) only if they are dry and in working order.
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Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
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If supplemental oxygen is to be introduced, carefully follow the instructions and safety precautions for
using oxygen.
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Do not use this device near flammable vapors and in particular do not use the integrated heated
humidifier near flammable anesthetics, whether they are present alone or in combination with other
gases (explosion hazard).
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Once the mask is in place, make sure that the device produces an air flow. Never block the mask
exhalation vent, which allows air to be expelled continually. When the device is operating, the air
produced flushes the exhaled air out through the mask vent hole. When the device is not operating,
insufficient fresh air is produced in the mask, presenting a risk of re-breathing exhaled air, which
under certain circumstances could risk patient safety within several minutes.
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If the operation of the unit is defective and if the patient uses a nasal mask, the device resistance is
low enough that the patient can exhale through the machine or even open his mouth. If a full face
mask is used, the mask must have an anti-asphyxia valve.
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In case of power failure or malfunction, remove the mask.
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Do not leave long lengths of tubing on the bed. They could twist round your head or your neck while
you are sleeping.
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Keep the device away from children and pets or pests.
If your device is equipped with a water chamber:
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When using the water chamber, take precautions to eliminate the risk of introducing water into the
device since this can cause irreversible damage. The device must be placed on a stable horizontal
surface and must not be tilted.