Dräger Babylog 8000 plus Instructions For Use Manual page 70

Operation
Medication nebulization
Safety information on medication
nebulization
WARNING
Risk of fire
The flow sensor can ignite medications or
other substances based on highly flammable
substances.
– Do not nebulize medications or other
substances that are easily flammable or
spray them into the device.
– Do not use substances containing alcohol.
– Do not allow flammable or explosive
substances to enter the breathing system
or the breathing circuit.
CAUTION
Ventilation impaired
If unapproved pneumatic medication nebulizers
are used, the delivered tidal volume and O
concentration may deviate from the displayed
values.
Only use medication nebulizers listed in the
current list of accessories.
CAUTION
Ventilation impaired
If a bacterial filter is placed between the nebulizer
and tube during medication nebulization, flow
resistance may increase and impair ventilation.
Place the bacterial filter between the inspiratory
valve and the nebulizer.
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CAUTION
Ventilation impaired
If the nebulizer is left in the breathing circuit after
use, ventilation may be impaired by unintentional
medication nebulization.
Remove the nebulizer after use.
CAUTION
Ventilation impaired
Aerosols can impair the proper functioning of the
expiratory valve.
When using medication nebulization, shorten the
reprocessing cycles for the expiratory valve.
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