Omron NE-U17 Instruction Manual page 5

If the nebulisation parts have already become dirty before using the unit, clean them first before use.
• If the medication remains in the nebulisation unit, your physical conditions may change for the worse.
Wash off the remaining medication in the parts thoroughly with water after cleaning these parts with
disinfectant.
• If you inhale with the remaining disinfectant in the parts, your physical conditions may change for the
worse.
Replace the water in the water tank each time you use the unit.
• A dirty vibrator may cause lower nebulisation rate.
If the medication is attached to the fan installation axis, wipe it off.
• Overheating may cause the motor to stop.
Disposal of this product should be carried out in accordance with the national regulations for the
disposal of electronic products.
When the unit is used for a long time continuously, be careful when touching the mouthpiece and
inhalation hose.
• Prolonged contact may result in a low-temperature burn.
If you are not going to use the unit for a long time, be sure to unplug the power plug from the electric
outlet.
• You may suffer electric shock or the unit may ignite due to electric leakage.
Be sure to turn off the power and unplug the power plug from the electric outlet when you install, or
remove the device, or take care of the parts.
• You may suffer electric shock or injure yourself.
Do not look into the nebulisation section during nebulisation.
• A large amount of medication may get into your eyes and cause injury.
Do not operate the unit when the medication cup is empty.
• The unit may become overheated or damaged.
Do not fill the water tank with the liquid other than water (tap water or distilled water).
• The vibrator will deteriorate and may be damaged.
When parts are sterilised in an autoclave, make sure these parts do not directly contact the heater
inside the autoclave.
• As the temperature of the heater is very high, these parts may be melted or deformed.
Do not use the power cord or the power plug if it is damaged, or do not plug the power cord into a
loose electric outlet.
• You may suffer electric shock or the unit may be shorted or ignite.
Do not scratch, tear, modify, forcibly bend, pull, twist, or bundle the power cord. Do not place a heavy
material on the power cord. Keep power cord away from heated or hot surfaces.
• You may suffer electric shock or the unit may ignite due to short circuit because of deteriorated
insulation.
Do not hold the inhalation hose during nebulisation.
• This may cause a low-temperature burn.
Do not disassemble, repair, or modify the unit.
• The unit may malfunction or cause injury.
Contact your nearest OMRON service representative.
Do not use a power cord other than the supplied one.
• The unit may ignite or you may suffer electric shock.
Be sure to use the power source as specified on the device.
• The unit may ignite or you may suffer electric shock.
Do not share the electric outlet with other electric appliances.
• The unit may ignite or you may suffer electric shock.
To unplug the power plug from the electric outlet, do not pull the power cord, instead hold the power
plug with your hand.
• The power cord may be broken or short-circuited and cause fire or you may suffer electric shock.
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Notes on Safety
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