Tyco GoodKnight 420G - Manual (Page 7)

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GoodKnight 420G - Patient Manual 1
BEFORE STARTING
Safety instructions
In order to ensure that you use your GoodKnight 420G device safely and efficiently, please read all
the information contained in this operating manual. Please pay special attention to the passages
preceded by the following terms:
WARNING Means that there is a danger of death or accident to you or others.
CAUTION Means that there is a possibility of material damage to this or another device.
NOTE Indicates special points aimed at more efficient and practical operation.
WARNINGS
1. Before any use, please check your GoodKnight 420G, as specified in the chapter “Checking the
components”. (See page 3).
2. In the event of additional oxygen supply, carefully observe the safety instructions for using
oxygen given in the chapter “Fitting an oxygen adaptor”. (See page 8).
3. Only use the accessories that have been given to you by your service provider. Check that you
have the instructions for using each of the accessories and read through them.
4. Use only the specific power supply module provided with the device.
5. Do not use the device in the presence of flammable fumes.
6. Follow the device’s installation instructions as specified in this manual in the chapter
“Installation”. (See page 5). In particular, keep the machine away from any sources of water.
7. Do not accidentally or intentionally obstruct the air outlet or any other opening in the device or the
respiratory circuit.
8. Do not introduce liquids or objects into the air outlet.
9. You may contact the medical team if, when using the GoodKnight 420G, the following symptoms
appear: dryness in your airways or nose, skin sensitivity, runny nose, earache, sinus trouble,
daytime drowsiness, mood changes, disorientation, irritability or memory loss.
10. Contact your home care provider in the event of any malfunction, whatever it may be. Maintaining
this equipment is solely the responsibility of the competent personnel. Do not attempt to open the
device.
11. The air flow for breathing produced by this device can be as much as 7°F higher than the
temperature of the room. Caution should be exercised if the room temperature is warmer than
90°F.