To Avoid Choking, Or Inhalation Of A Foreign Object; To Avoid Injury; To Avoid Incorrect Therapy; General - Fisher & Paykel SleepStyle Auto Guía De Uso Y Cuidado

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• Remove the mask immediately if the device is powered
off (including in the event of a power failure or device
malfunction). The flow through the mask may be
insufficient to clear all exhaled gas.
1.3.6 To avoid choking, or inhalation of
a foreign object:
• Ensure the breathing tube and power cord, including
any extension cords, are correctly positioned so they will
not become entangled with the body or furniture during
sleep.
• Do not use the device without the recommended air
filter fitted. This will reduce dust or particles entering the
device and breathing tube.
• Do not place the device above head height to prevent
water from entering the breathing tube.
• Do not use the device with water in the water chamber if
the device is being used in a moving vehicle or ship.

1.3.7 To avoid injury:

• Do not place the device above head height as the device
may fall.
• Do not use breathing tubes, parts, and accessories
that are not distributed for use with this device or
recommended by Fisher & Paykel Healthcare.
• Do not use the breathing tubes or accessories with any
other device.

1.3.8 To avoid incorrect therapy:

• Do not cover the device or place it where the air inlet
could be obstructed (such as next to curtains).
• Do not use the device adjacent to electrical equipment.
• Do not adjust the pressure. Pressure adjustments should
only be made by a qualified healthcare provider.
• Refer to the mask's Use and Care Guide prior to use to
ensure correct fit of the mask. Incorrect fit of the mask
may affect consistent operation of this device.
• Only clean the device and accessories according to the
cleaning instructions set out in section 6 – Caring for
Your Device.
• Do not clean or disinfect the ThermoSmart breathing
tube with hot water. This may cause deformation of the
tube and reduce therapeutic pressure.
• Use the elbow when rotating the ThermoSmart
breathing tube. Incorrect handling may damage the tube.
• Do not remove the InfoUSB, or power off the device,
before you see this screen when updating your
prescription using InfoUSB:
Press any button to acknowledge and clear this message.

1.3.9 General:

• Only use the device within the operating conditions
specified, otherwise the performance of the device could
be compromised. See section 8.5 – Operating Conditions.
• Do not place any part of the device or accessories within
30 cm (12 in.) of any portable mobile radio frequency
communication equipment. The device complies with
the electromagnetic compatibility requirements of IEC
60601-1-2 and the device may affect or be affected due
to the effects of electromagnetic interference, in certain
circumstances. If interference should occur, try moving
your device or the equipment causing interference.
Alternatively, consult your healthcare provider.
• Do not use accessories or power cables which
are not provided, or recommended, by Fisher &
Paykel Healthcare. This could result in increased
electromagnetic emissions or decreased electromagnetic
immunity.
• California residents please be advised of the following,
pursuant to Proposition 65: This product contains
chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm.
For more information, please visit: www.fphcare.com/
prop65.
• This device is not repairable and does not contain any
repairable parts. Please refer queries relating to the
device or accessories to your healthcare provider.

1.4 CAUTIONS

1.4.1 To prevent water damage to the
device:
• Do not use if the water chamber is damaged.
• Do not fill the chamber housing with water. Only place
water in the water chamber.
• Do not fill the water chamber above the maximum
water-level line.
• Replace water before each use.
• Do not use the device without the chamber seal fitted to
the water chamber.
• Do not fill the water chamber while it is in the device.
• Empty the water chamber before transporting or
packing the device.
• Do not use the device with an empty water chamber
unless the humidity level is set to 0.
• Do not add aromatic-based or scented oils to the water
chamber as these oils can cause damage to the device.
1.4.2 General:
• Changes or modifications not expressly approved by
Fisher & Paykel Healthcare voids the user's authority to
operate the device.
• Position the device so the power cord connection to
the power supply is easily accessible and able to be
disconnected.