General Information; Safety Precautions - Omron CX3 Instruction Manual

General Information

The OMRON CX3 is a nebuliser for the inhalation of medical aerosols to treat asthma, chronic bronchitis
and other respiratory tract disorders. This nebuliser is suitable for all commonly used inhalation solutions.
Use only the type and amount of medication prescribed by your doctor.
The advanced nebulisation system of the OMRON CX3 produces a very low particle size distribution and
therefore a medication vapour that will reach effectively and reliably to the upper and lower respiratory
passages.
The OMRON CX3 is suitable for inhalation for both at home and in hospital or a doctor's practice.

Safety precautions

Please read the following safety precautions carefully, as they contain important information concerning safe
setting up, use and maintenance of your nebuliser.
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Keep this manual for future reference.
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As soon as you have unpacked the nebuliser, check it for visible damages or defects.
In particular check for cracks in the plastic housing, which could expose electrical components. If this
is the case or if you are in doubt, contact your OMRON dealer directly.
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Only use the nebuliser for its intended purpose that means for inhalation therapy. Any other form of
use constitutes an improper use and is therefore dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held liable
for any damage caused by improper or incorrect use.
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Do not leave the unit unattended with people who require supervision (e.g. people with infirmities or
children).
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The unit does not contain any user serviceable parts and does not require oil. Do not attempt to
lubricate any internal parts. Never open the unit.
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Make sure that the electrical rating shown on the rating label on the bottom of the unit corresponds to
your mains voltage and frequency before plugging in the nebuliser.
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Always disconnect the nebuliser from the mains supply before you start cleaning it.
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The unit is not protected against water penetration, so: Never touch the unit when your hands are wet
or moist. Do not use the nebuliser while you are in the bath or having a shower.
Never submerge the nebuliser in water. In case this accidentally occurs, always first disconnect the
power supply plug from the wall socket, before reaching for the unit. After having removed the unit from
the water, do not use it again. Contact your OMRON dealer and have your unit checked.
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Always switch the unit off first, before you disconnect the power plug.
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Do not use the unit in the presence of anaeststhetic mixtures which are inflammable when they come
into contact with air, oxygen or nitrous oxide.
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Keep the power cable away from heated or hot surfaces.
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If you discover that the nebuliser or its mains cable is damaged or does not operate properly, switch it
off immediately, disconnect the power plug and stop using it. Consult your OMRON service representa-
tive.
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Always use original OMRON nebuliser kit and air filter; order no. for replacements can be found in this
manual.
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Do not block the air ventilation holes on left/right side of the compressor unit.
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Place the compressor unit on a plain and stable surface during operation.
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Although this device fulfils the provisions of the EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) directive, the use of
it should be avoided in direct vicinity of other electric devices.
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This device is not suitable for use in anaestetic breathing systems.
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Before using this device, be sure to confirm proper operation of the device: Prepare and fill the nebuliser-
kit as instructed in the manual, followed by visual checking if aerosol comes out after power on of the
device.
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Specifications regarding Output, Output rate and particle size may depend on the type of medication
used. Especially suspensions and high viscosity medications may have big influence on the indicated
specifications. See drug supplier's data sheet for further details.
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