Warnings - Philips OptiLife Instructions For Use Manual

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Warnings:

• this mask is not suitable for providing life
support ventilation.
• this mask is designed for use with cPAP
or bi-level systems recommended by your
health care professional or respiratory
therapist. Do not wear this mask unless
the cPAP or bi-level system is turned on
and operating properly. Do not block or
try to seal the exhalation port. explanation
of the Warning: cPAP systems are
intended to be used with special masks
with connectors which have vent holes
to allow continuous flow of air out of the
mask. When the cPAP machine is turned
on and functioning properly, new air from
the cPAP machine flushes the exhaled air
out through the attached mask exhalation
port. However, when the cPAP machine is
not operating, enough fresh air will not be
provided through the mask, and exhaled
air may be rebreathed. this warning
applies to most models of cPAP systems.
• If oxygen is used with the device, the
optiLife nasal Mask
Warning
A warning indicates the
possibility of injury to
the user or operator.
caution
A caution indicates the
possibility of damage to
the device.
note
A note places an
emphasis on an
operating characteristic.