Contraindications; General Precautions - RHYTHM P2 Manual

Intended Use, Contraindications and General Precautions

Contraindications

This device is not intended to be life-sustaining or life-
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supporting.
Patients who are unable to hear or see an alert from the device,
or who are unable to communicate discomfort while wearing
CAUTION the device, will require additional monitoring to avoid injury or
harm. If the patient experiences any new symptoms, seek
medical attention immediately.
In certain circumstances, oxygen therapy can be hazardous.
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Please seek medical advice before using this device.
The P2 POC is not designed to be used in conjunction with a
humidifier or nebulizer, nor is it designed to be connected to
any other equipment. Do not modify the P2 POC. Any
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modification may impair performance or damage the unit.
Modifications to the unit will void the warranty.

General Precautions

Oxygen supports combustion. To avoid risk of fire, oxygen therapy
WARNING should never be used while smoking, while in the same room as
someone who is smoking, or in the presence of an open flame.
Do not submerge the P2 POC or any of its accessories in liquid. Do
WARNING not expose to water. Do not operate in the rain. Exposure to
moisture can lead to electrical shock and/or damage.
Do not use oil or grease on the concentrator or any of its
CAUTION components as these substances, when combined with oxygen, can
greatly increase the risk of fire and personal injury.
Never leave the P2 POC in an environment which can reach
high temperatures or high humidity, such as an unoccupied car
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in high temperatures, or a bathroom with high humidity. This
could damage the device.
Patients who are unable to communicate discomfort, or hear or
WARNING
see the alarms while using this device will require additional
monitoring.
If you feel any discomfort or experience a medical emergency
WARNING while using this product, stop using the product and seek
medical attention immediately.
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