• The time required to switch from storage to operating conditions is about 2 hours.
• Choking hazard:
- Some components of the device are small enough to be swallowed by children, therefore, keep
the device out of the reach of children.
• Strangulation hazard :
- Do not use the connecting hose (if provided) outside of its intended use, it might cause a strangu-
lation hazard, take special care of children and people with specific difficulties, often these people
are not able to correctly assess the dangers.
• Risk of ineffectiveness of therapy:
- Performance may vary with particular types of drugs (e.g. those with high viscosity or in suspen-
sion). For further information, please refer to the package leaflet provided by the drug manufac-
turer.
- Use the nebuliser in the correct position, as upright as possible; do not tilt the nebuliser beyond
an angle of 30 degrees, in any direction, to prevent the drug from spilling into the mouth or being
overly dispersed, reducing the effectiveness of the treatment.
- Pay attention to the indications provided with the drug and avoid using the devices with sub-
stances and dilutions other than those recommended.
- Only use the device in a dust-free environment, otherwise therapy may be impaired.
- In the case of substances that are too dense, dilution with suitable saline solution may be neces-
sary, as prescribed by a doctor.
- Only use original Flaem accessories or spare parts, no liability is accepted if non-original parts or
accessories are used.
- If this device is used in combination with a compressor unit not manufactured by Flaem or with
centralised compressed air systems (for example in hospitals or clinics) ensure the connection is
firm and secure.
• Risk of infection :
- We recommend personal use of the accessories to avoid any risk of infection.
- Follow hygienic preparation before each use. Ensure that the nebuliser and accessories are not
stored in the vicinity of other accessories or devices for different therapies (e.g. infusions).
- At the end of therapy, do not leave the medicine inside the nebuliser.
- If the nebuliser is used for several types of medicine, the residues must be completely removed.
- Perform hygienic preparation after each inhalation, also to achieve the highest degree of hygiene
and to optimise the service life and operation of the device.
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