Warnings And Safety Notes; Important - Beurer IH 26 Mode D'emploi

3. Warnings and safety notes

Warning
• Before use, ensure that there is no visible damage to
the device or accessories. If you have any doubts,
do not use the device and contact your retailer or the
specified Customer Services address.
• In the event of device faults, please see Chapter
"10. Troubleshooting".
• The device is not a substitute for medical consulta-
tion and treatment. Consult your doctor first if you
are experiencing any pain or are suffering from an
illness.
• If you have health concerns of any kind, consult
your GP.
• Please note the general hygiene measures when us-
ing the atomiser.
• You should always follow the instructions of your
doctor regarding the type of medication to use, the
dosage, and the frequency and duration of inhala-
tion.
• Only use medication prescribed or recommended by
your doctor or pharmacist.
Please note:
For treatment, only use parts indicated by your doc-
tor according to the particular diagnosis.
• Check whether there are contraindications for use
with the usual systems for aerosol therapy on the
medication instruction leaflet.
• If the device does not work properly, or you feel un-
well or experience pain, stop using it immediately.
• Keep the device away from your eyes when it is in
use, as the mist of medication could be harmful.
• Never use the device near flammable gases, oxygen
or nitrogen oxide.
• This device is not intended for use by children or
people with restricted physical, sensory (e.g. re-
duced sensitivity to pain) or mental skills or a lack
of experience and/or lack of knowledge, unless they
are supervised by a person who is responsible for
their safety or are instructed by such a person in how
to use the device.
• The device must be switched off and the plug pulled
out before every cleaning and/or maintenance pro-
cedure.
• Keep packaging material away from children (risk of
suffocation).
• To avoid the risk of entanglement and strangulation,
store cables and air lines out of the reach of small
children.
• Do not use any additional parts that are not recom-
mended by the manufacturer.
• The device must only be connected to the mains
voltage that is specified on the type plate.
• Never submerge the device in water or other liquids
and do not use it in the bathroom. Under no circum-
stances may liquid enter the device.
• Protect the device from heavy impact.
• Never touch the mains cable with wet hands, as you
could get an electric shock.
• Do not pull the mains plug out of the socket using
the mains cable.
• Do not crush or bend the mains cable, pull it over
sharp-edged objects or leave it dangling down, and
protect it from sources of heat.
• We recommend that the power cable is completely
unrolled to avoid dangerous overheating.
• If the mains connection cable of this device is dam-
aged, it must be disposed of. If it cannot be removed,
the device must be disposed of.
• If the device is opened, there is a risk of electric
shock. Disconnection from the power supply net-
work is only guaranteed if the mains plug is un-
plugged.
• Making modifications to the device or accessories
is not permitted.
• If the device has been dropped, exposed to high
levels of moisture or suffered any other damage, it
must no longer be used. If in doubt, contact Cus-
tomer Services or the retailer.
• The IH 26 nebuliser may only be operated with com-
patible Beurer atomisers and with the appropriate
Beurer accessories. The use of atomisers and ac-
cessories made by other companies may result in
less efficient therapy and could damage the device.
• Keep the device and accessories out of the reach of
children and pets.

Important

• Power cuts, sudden interference or other unfavour-
able conditions could lead to the device becoming
inoperable. We therefore recommend that you obtain
a replacement device or medication (the latter should
be agreed with your doctor).
• Should you require an adapter or extension lead, this
must meet the applicable safety requirements. The
power limit and the maximum output specified on
the adapter must not be exceeded.
• Do not store the device or the power cable near to
sources of heat.
• Do not use the device in a room in which a spray has
previously been used. Air the room before carrying
out the therapy.
• Do not allow objects to get into the cooling vents.
• Never use the device if it is making an abnormal
sound.
• For hygiene reasons, it is essential that every user
uses their own accessories.
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