Warnings And Cautions; Radio Frequency Interference - GCE OC Serie Manual Del Usuario

WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS

A warning represents the possibility of harm to the operator or patient.
WARNING: For your concentrator to operate properly, air must be able to flow freely
around the device. The ventilation ports are located at the rear base of the device and at
the side air inlet filter. Keep the device at least 30 cm away from walls, furniture and es-
pecially curtains that may reduce airflow to the device. Do not place the concentrator in a
small closed space (such as a closet).
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WARNING: Do not remove the covers of this device. Servicing must be referred to an au-
thorized and trained GCE home care provider.
WARNING: In the event of an equipment alarm or if you are experiencing any signs of
discomfort consult your home care provider and/or your health care professional imme-
diately.
WARNING: Oxygen generated by this concentrator is supplemental and should not be
considered life supporting or life sustaining. In certain circumstances oxygen therapy can
be hazardous; any user should seek medical advice prior to using this device.
WARNING: It is essential that any patient who is reliant on the oxygen supplied by this
device has a backup source of oxygen in place.
WARNING: Do not use the oxygen concentrator if either the plug or power cord is dam-
aged. Do not use extension cords or electrical adapters.
WARNING: Do not attempt to clean the concentrator while it is plugged into an electrical
outlet.
WARNING: Do not connect the concentrator in parallel or in series with other oxygen con-
centrators or other oxygen therapy devices.
WARNING: Device operation above or outside of the voltage, flow, temperature, humidity
and/or altitude values specified may decrease oxygen concentration levels.
WARNING: Your home care provider is responsible for performing appropriate mainte-
nance at the intervals recommended by the device manufacturer.
CAUTIONS
A caution represents the possibility of damage to the equipment.
• Do not place liquids on or near the device.
• If liquid is spilled on the device, turn the power off and unplug from the electrical outlet
before attempting to clean up the spill. Contact your home care provider if the device
does not continue to work properly.
DANGER
To reduce the risk of burns, electrocution, fire or personal injury:
• Do not disassemble. There are no user-serviceable parts. Refer all servicing to an ap-
proved service professional.
• Avoid using the device while bathing. If your physician has prescribed continuous usage,
the concentrator must be located in another at least 3 meters away from the bath.
• Do not come into contact with the concentrator while wet. Do not place or store the de-
vice where liquids can spill into the concentrator.
• Do not reach for the product if it has fallen into water. Unplug immediately and contact
your product dealer.

RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with EMC limited specified by IEC/
EN 60601-1-2. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against electro-
magnetic interference in a typical medical installation.
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