DeVilbiss Healthcare IntelliPAP DV5 Series Manual page 16

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WARNING-OxYGEN USE
Oxygen supports combustion. To avoid possible physical injury, do not
smoke while using this device with supplemental oxygen. Do not use this
device near hot objects, volatile substances or sources of open flames.
Always turn on the IntelliPAP before turning on the oxygen source. Turn
the oxygen source off before turning off the IntelliPAP .
This device is not suitable for use in the presence of a flammable
anesthetic mixture with air or oxygen, or nitrous oxide.
At a fixed flow rate of supplemental oxygen, the inhaled oxygen
concentration will vary depending on the pressure setting, patient
breathing pattern, mask selection, and leak rate. This warning applies to
most types of CPAP devices.
Never allow the oxygen source to run continuously while connected to the
IntelliPAP if the device is not in use. If the IntelliPAP is not being used,
turn off the oxygen flow.
CAUTION– Oxygen is a prescription gas and should only be administered under the supervision
of a physician.
CAUTION–The flow setting of the oxygen source must be specified by a physician.
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