Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Vacu-Aide 7325 Serie Guía De Instrucciones página 4

IMPORTANT
The device is to be used only on the instruction of a licensed physician. It is an electrically powered suction device used to treat airway restrictions. It is intended to remove secretions
from the upper airway for airway maintenance or clearance of obstructions related to respiratory disorders in neonates, infants, children, and adults as indicated by the physician. The
device is not intended for life support, nor does it provide any patient monitoring capabilities.
DANGER
To reduce the risk of electrocution:
1. Do not use while bathing.
2. Do not place or store product where it can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink.
3. Do not place in or drop into water or other liquid.
4. Do not reach for a product that has fallen into water. Unplug immediately.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of burns, electrocution, allergy, fire or injury to persons:
1. Close supervision is necessary when this product is used by, on, or near children or physically incapacitated individuals.
2. Use this product only for its intended use as described in this guide.
3. Keep the power cord away from heated surfaces.
4. Never use while drowsy or asleep.
5. Do not cover the unit or the AC to DC adapter while power is applied.
6. Never operate this product if
a. It has a damaged power cord or plug.
b. It is not working properly.
c. It has been dropped or damaged.
d. It has been dropped into water.
Instead return the product to an authorized Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare service center for examination and repair.
7. Check the collection container for cracks before each use. Do not use if cracked.
8. Universal precautions must be observed while providing care or handling equipment for persons with an infectious condition.
9. Do not place the suction unit in a position that would make it difficult to disconnect the AC power cord.
10. When the device is used under extreme operating conditions and in the carrying case, the surface temperature of the device may exceed 62.2˚C (144˚F).
11. The catheter to be used shall be carefully inserted to prevent strangulation/choking.
12. Don't let children play with the tubing as this may lead to strangulation.
13. Consult the physician in case of any allergic reaction due the use of the device.
14. Keep the suction pump out of the reach of children and pets and away from pests.
WARNING
MR Unsafe
1. Do not bring the device or accessories into a Magnetic Resonance (MR) environment as it may cause unacceptable risk to the patient or damage to the Vacu-Aide or MR
medical devices. The device and accessories have not been evaluated for safety in an MR environment.
2. Do not use the device or accessories in an environment with electromagnetic equipment such as CT scanners, Diathermy, RFID and electromagnetic security systems (metal
detectors) as it may cause unacceptable risk to the patient or damage to the Vacu-Aide. Some electromagnetic sources may not be apparent, if you notice any unexplained
changes in the performance of this device, if it is making unusual or harsh sounds, disconnect the power cord and discontinue use. Contact your home care provider.
3. This device is suitable for use in home and healthcare environments except for near active HF SURGICAL EQUIPMENT and the RF shielded room of an ME SYSTEM for
magnetic resonance imaging, where the intensity of Electromagnetic DISTURBANCES is high.
4. Use of accessories and cables other than those specified or provided by the manufacturer of this equipment could result in increased electromagnetic emissions or decreased
electromagnetic immunity of this equipment and result in improper operation.
5. Use of this equipment adjacent to or stacked with other equipment should be avoided because it could result in improper operation. If such use is necessary, this equipment and
the other equipment should be observed to verify that they are operating normally.
6. Portable RF communications equipment (including peripherals such as antenna cables and external antennas) should be used no closer than 30 cm (12 inches) to any part of
the Vacu-Aide, including cables specified by the manufacturer. Otherwise, degradation of the performance of this equipment could result.
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