Medela Dominant Flex Mode D'emploi page 6

WARNINGS
– For use only by medically trained persons who have been adequately trained in
suction procedures and in the use of aspirators�
– To avoid risk of electric shock, this equipment must only be connected to a fixed mains
socket with protective earth�
– The device must not be used for suctioning explosive, easily flammable or corrosive
liquids
– The connecting tubing supplied with the device must never come into direct
contact with the suction area� A sterile suction catheter must always be used
(risk of infection)�
– Before cleaning the device, pull the plug out of the fixed mains socket�
– No modification of this equipment is allowed�
– Consult the indications for use and consider risk factors and contraindications before
using the Dominant Flex� Failure to read and follow all instructions in this manual prior
to use may result in serious or fatal injury of the patient�
– Do not connect this device to a passive drainage tube�
– Not suitable for setting at a low vacuum, as needed for example for thoracic
drainage without specialized accessories� Not approved for outdoor use or
transport applications�
– The Dominant Flex pump may shortly shut down with electrostatic discharge (ESD)
events at the DC port of 15kV�
CAUTIONS
– Incorrect use can cause pain and injury to the patient�
– Do not use sterile accessories when the sterile packaging is damaged�
– Wireless communications equipment such as wireless home network devices, mobile
phones, cordless telephones and their base stations, walki-talkie can affect the
Dominant Flex pump and should be kept at least a distance 1ft (30 cm) away from the
equipment�
– The rack version requires a minimum distance of 5 cm to the enclosure to prevent
overheating of the device�
– The patient should be monitored regularly according to the physicians' instructions and
facility guidelines� Objective indications or signs of a possible infection or complication
must be met immediately (e�g� fever, pain, redness, increased warmth, swelling or
purulent discharge)�
Non-observance can lead to con si de rable danger of the patient� Monitor the Dominant
Flex frequently for opera ting status�
– To prevent the device from overheating, the exhaust at the bottom of the unit must be
unobstructed when the unit is operational�
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Warnings and safety instructions