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Possible physiological effects and unobvious risks
Select the vacuum range depending on the respective patient and on the medical indication
to avoid personal injuries.
Always place the device upright on a sturdy and flat base without slope. Make sure that the
device cannot be knocked over or fall in such a way that persons could be hit by the falling
device.
Only operate the device with inserted vacuum pump and closed lid. The lid above the vacuum
pump may only be opened by adequately trained service staff! Likewise, the vacuum pump
may only be replaced by adequately trained service staff.
Other devices, examinations or treatments may possibly be influenced by the device. For this
reason, special attention should always be paid to other devices as well as to examinations
and treatments performed in parallel so that any influence is detected as quickly as possible.
When using the device, adequate lighting must always be ensured so that all labels can be
identified clearly.
Small, detached parts could be inhaled or ingested. Therefore ensure that no unauthorized
persons, children or pets are near the device.
Although the materials used have been tested for compatibility, in exceptional cases allergic
reactions to the exposed materials on the device and its accessories may occur. This applies
especially for contact injuries after prolonged contact. In such cases, turn to a doctor
immediately.
Damage of the device by ingress of liquids
The
ASSKEA secretion aspirator proVisio
®
M28
has the IP classification IP22 against the
ingress of liquids. Nevertheless, protect the device from moisture.
Do not use the device near splashing water.
Do not use the device in damp rooms or while bathing or showering.
Avoid wet conditions on power supply unit, control panel and socket for the power supply
unit.
Never submerge the device in water or other liquids (also not while it is switched off).
Known, identifiable or foreseeable conditions for medical care within a domestic
environment
Children and pets should be kept away from the device. Make sure that the device cannot be
knocked over or fall in such a way that persons could be hit by the falling device.
Prior to connecting the power supply unit, ensure that the voltage of the device corresponds
to the domestic power supply.
The device may not be used in damp rooms, bathrooms or showers. Avoid wet conditions on
power supply unit, control panel and socket for the power supply unit.
Ensure that fluff and dust are immediately removed from the device incl. accessories, in
order to ensure unimpaired functionality. Furthermore no pests may be allowed in the
proximity of the device, as there is a risk they may get inside the device causing damage.
Never expose the device incl. accessories to direct sunlight as this could result in a strong
heating effect, causing functional impairments.
Some devices and sources that are commonly used in the domestic environment may cause
potential faults in the device incl. accessories, e.g. fireplaces or radiant heaters (strong
heating of the device) resp. inhalers or steam kettles (excessive air humidity). Do not operate
such devices and sources in the vicinity of the
ASSKEA secretion aspirator proVisio
®
M28.