Aerogen Pro - System Warnings

Aerogen
®
Pro System Instruction Manual
5
System Warnings
Read and study all instructions before using the Aerogen Pro System
and accessories. Only trained medical personnel should operate the
device.
During use observe for correct functioning of the nebulizer by regularly
verifying aerosol is visible and no flashing indicator lights.
Do not use a filter or heat-moisture exchanger (HME) between the nebulizer
and patient airway.
Do not attach a continuous supply of medication to the nebulizer; the
device operates in 15 or 30 minute cycles.
Clean, sterilize, assemble and perform a functional test (page 19) according
to the instructions in this manual before first use and between patients.
Do not place the controller in an incubator during use.
To avoid exhaled medication affecting the ventilator, follow ventilator
manufacturer’s recommendations for use of a bacterial filter in the
expiratory limb of a breathing circuit.
To ensure optimum drug administration, consult the drug manufacturer’s
instructions regarding suitability for nebulization.
Do not use in the presence of flammable substances or a flammable
anesthetic mixture combined with air or with oxygen or nitrous oxide.
To avoid the risk of fire do not use to aerosolize alcohol-based medications,
which can ignite in oxygen-enriched air and under high pressure.
Do not modify this equipment without the authorization of the manufacturer.
Disconnect the nebulizer from controller before cleaning.