CAIRE AirSep FreeStyle 5 Patient Manual page 203

FreeStyle 5™
---- [Read the Important Safety Rules section before operating
Important Safety Rules
Carefully review and familiarize yourself with the following important safety
information about the portable FreeStyle 5 Oxygen Concentrator.
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this equipment.] ----
This device supplies high-concentration oxygen that promotes
rapid burning. Do not allow smoking or open flames within the
same room of (1) this device, or (2) any oxygen-carrying
accessory. Failure to observe this warning can result in severe
fire, property damage, and/or cause physical injury or death.
If you feel discomfort or are experiencing a medical
emergency, seek medical assistance immediately.
Do not heat above 140°F (60°C)
This unit is not to be used for life support. Geriatric, pediatric,
or any other patients unable to communicate discomfort while
using this unit may require additional monitoring. Patients with
hearing and/or sight impairment(s) may need assistance with
monitoring alarms
Use no oil, grease, or petroleum-based or other flammable
products with the oxygen-carrying accessories or the
FreeStyle 5 unit. Only water based, oxygen compatible lotions
or salves should be used. Oxygen accelerates the combustion
of flammable substances.
The incorrect use of the FreeStyle 5 battery can cause the
battery to get hot, ignite, and may cause serious injury. Be
sure not to pierce, strike, step on, or drop the battery, or
otherwise subject the battery to strong impacts or shocks.
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