Introduction; Safety Precautions; Important Safeguards; Nebulizer Compressor Safety Precautions - Drive PACIFICA 2 Guide De L'utilisateur

2. Introduction

This nebulizer is a portable medical device intended to aerosolize physician-prescribed medication
which is inhaled through a mouthpiece or mask. A nebulizer may be used instead of a metered
dose inhaler. The device consists of a compressor unit and neutralizing attachments.
These instructions contain important information and safety precautions for the nebulizer. Illustra-
tions of the compressor unit and tubing and accessories are on page 3. Before using your nebu-
lizer, you should read and understand the entire User's Manual for the compressor unit and tubing
and accessories. Take special note of all safety precautions marked DANGER and WARNING. Keep the
user's manual for future reference.

3. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

READ ALL WARNINGS BEFORE USING YOUR NEBULIZER.
WARNING
Caution: U.S. Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician.
Use only when prescribed by a physician and with the prescribed medication.
Read all warnings and user's manual before use. Use the product only for its intended use as described in the
user's manual. Improper use can result in serious or fatal illness/injury, improper treatment or property damage.
Use only with nebulizer, tubing and authorized accessories provided for this device.
Other nebulizer, tubing and accessories may result in improper treatment. Other compressors and tubing may
produce incorrect flow, resulting in improper dosage. Use with other compressors, tubing and accessories
should be reviewed with your healthcare professional.
CAUTION
This appliance is not for unattended use.

3-1 NEBULIZER COMPRESSOR SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

DANGER
To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury from electrocution:
1. Do not place or store the product where it can fall or be knocked into bathtub, sink, water, or
other liquid. Do not place or drop into any liquid. Do not use while bathing.
2. Do not reach for a product that has fallen into water or other liquid. Unplug immediately.
3. Always unplug immediately after using.
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