Iec Symbols; Important Safeguards - DeVilbiss 525KS Instruction Manual

IEC SYMBOLS

It is mandatory to read and understand the
operating instructions prior to use .
Keep unit dry .
Electric Shock Hazard . Cabinet to be
removed by authorized personnel only .
Off
O
I On
Reset
Alternating Current
Type B applied part
This device contains electrical and/or electronic equipment that must be recycled per EU
Directive 2012/19/EU- Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

Read this entire guide before using your DeVilbiss concentrator . Important safeguards are indicated throughout this guide; pay
special attention to all safety information .
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WARNING:
A warning indicates the possibility of injury to the user or the operator.
• Oxygen causes rapid burning. Do not smoke while your oxygen concentrator is operating, or when you are near a person utilizing oxygen therapy.
• Keep the oxygen concentrator and cannula at least 2 m (6.5 feet) from hot, sparking objects or naked sources of flame.
• To ensure you receive the therapeutic amount of oxygen delivery according to your medical condition, 525 Oxygen Concentrator must:
• be used only after one or more settings have been individually determined or prescribed for you at your specific activity levels.
• be used with the specific combination of parts and accessories that are in line with the specification of the concentrator manufacturer and that were used while your
settings were determined .
• For your safety, the oxygen concentrator must be used according to the prescription determined by your physician.
• Equipment not suitable for use in the presence of a flammable anesthetic mixture with air or with oxygen or nitrous oxide.
• This device contains electrical and/or electronic equipment . Follow local governing ordinances and recycling plans regarding disposal of device components .
• Installation of 515LF-607 low output flow meter package will cause the low flow alarm to not work.
• Use only water-based lotions or salves that are oxygen-compatible before and during oxygen therapy . Never use petroleum or oil-based lotions or salves to avoid the risk
of fire and burns.
• Do not lubricate fittings, connections, tubing, or other accessories of the oxygen concentrator to avoid the risk of fire and burns.
• Use only spare parts recommended by the manufacturer to ensure proper function and to avoid the risk of fire and burns.
• Use of this device at an altitude above 4000 meters or above a temperature of 35˚C or greater than 95% relative humidity may affect the flow rate and the percentage of
oxygen and consequently the quality of the therapy. Refer to specifications for details regarding parameters tested.
• Oxygen makes it easier for a fire to start and spread. Do not leave the nasal cannula or mask on bed coverings or chair cushions if the oxygen concentrator is turned on
but not in use, the oxygen will make the materials flammable. Turn the oxygen concentrator off when not in use to prevent oxygen enrichment.
• If you feel discomfort or are experiencing a medical emergency while undergoing oxygen therapy, seek medical assistance immediately to avoid harm.
• Geriatric, pediatric or any other patient unable to communicate discomfort can require additional monitoring and/or a distributed alarm system to convey the information
about the discomfort and/or the medical urgency to the responsible caregiver to avoid harm .
• Smoking during oxygen therapy is dangerous and is likely to result in facial burns or death . Do not allow smoking within the same room where the oxygen concentrator or
any oxygen carrying accessories are located. If you intend to smoke, you must always turn the oxygen concentrator off, remove the cannula and leave the room where
either the cannula or mask or the oxygen concentrator is located. If unable to leave the room, you must wait 10 minutes after you have turned the oxygen concentrator
off before smoking ."
• Open flames during oxygen therapy are dangerous and are likely to result in fire or death. Do not allow open flames within 2 m of the oxygen concentrator or any oxygen
carrying accessories ."
• The Device is classified as IPX0 which means it does not provide protection from water ingress. Keep the device dry.
• Do not service or clean this device while in use with a Patient .
• Under certain circumstances, oxygen therapy can be hazardous. Seek medical advice before using an oxygen concentrator.
• Use under the guidance of a surgeon .
• When device is used under extreme operating conditions, the temperature near the exhaust vents on the bottom of the unit may reach 63˚C. Keep body parts a minimum
of 32" away from this area .
• Improper use of the power cord and plugs can cause a burn, fire, or other electric shock hazards. Do not use the unit if the power cord is damaged.
• The DeVilbiss oxygen concentrators manufactured since July 1, 2012 are equipped with a fire mitigating outlet fitting that prevents propagation of fire into the unit.
DeVilbiss oxygen concentrators manufactured prior to July 1, 2012 must be retrofitted by your provider with the fire mitigating outlet fitting.
• In order to prevent a fire propagating from the patient through the cannula towards the unit, a means of protection should be located as close to the patient as
practicable . Please contact your provider for this means of protection .
CN-525K3
Double Insulated
Catalog Number
Serial Number
External Power
Normal Oxygen
Low Oxygen
Service Required
Danger - No smoking near patient or device .
Use no Oil, Grease or Lubricants
Do not use near heat or open flames
Federal (U .S .A .) law restricts this device to sale by
or on the order of a physician .
Maximum recommended flow rate: 5LPM
NO SMOKING
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