Important Safeguards - Apex Digital XT Prime Instruction Manual

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS – PLEASE MAKE THIS
PRECAUTIONS LIST AVAILABLE TO ALL USERS and
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS SYSTEM
WARNING –
1. THIS DEVICE IS NOT INTENDED FOR LIFE SUPPORT. It may stop operating due to power
interruption but no hazards to patient.
2. If oxygen is used with the device, the oxygen flow must be turned off when the device is not in
use.
Explanation of the Warning: When the device is not in operation and the oxygen flow is left on,
oxygen delivered into the tubing may accumulate within the device's enclosure and create a risk
of fire.
3. Oxygen supports combustion. Oxygen should not be used while smoking or in the presence of an
open flame.
4. Always ensured the device is generating airflow before the oxygen supply is turned. Always turn
off the oxygen supply before stopping the airflow from the device.
5. This device should not be used in the vicinity of a flammable anesthetic mixture in combination
with oxygen or air and nitrous oxide.
6. The airflow for breathing generated by this device may be as much as 7°C (12.6° F) higher than
the room temperature. This device should not be used if the room temperature is warmer than
35°C (95°F) to prevent the airflow temperature from exceeding 40° C (104° F) and causing
irritation to your airway.
7. If this device overheats, it will stop operating and show "Error 002" on the display. After cooling
down to proper temperature, the device can restart again.
8. This machine should be used only with masks (and connectors) recommended by the
manufacturer, or by your physician or respiratory therapist. A mask should not be used unless the
CPAP machine is turned on and operating properly. The vent holes associated with the mask
should never be blocked for proper exhaling purpose. If the vent hole is blocked, the CPAP
machine will stop and show message "Error 002", after cooling down, please re-connect the
power cord to reset the machine.
9. At low CPAP pressure, some exhaled gas may remain in the mask and be re-breathed.
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