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Safety Instructions
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Do not use ether, alcohol or any other flammable substances.
Even a small amount of ether, alcohol or other flammable substances may cause a fire when mixed with the oxy-
gen in the incubator.
Analyze arterial gas levels repeatedly when a high oxygen environment is required.
It has been reported that when setting the concentration of oxygen in the incubator to a high level, it is ex-
tremely important and essential to repeatedly measure the oxygen concentrations inside the incubator and ana-
lyze arterial blood gas in order to correctly maintain oxygen concentrations. Follow the doctor’s instructions
for measuring the oxygen concentration because ignoring essential requirements may increase the risk of reti-
nopathy of prematurity and other adverse effects.
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WARNING
Death or serious injury, damage to equipment or a fire will result if the instructions given below are not fol-
lowed.
Be sure to follow the doctor’s instructions in setting the incubator air temperature.
The doctor is responsible for making a decision on transporting a premature infant. Watch
the infant continuously during transport.
Transporting a premature infant is associated with a risk of intracerebral hemorrhage due to vibration during
transport.
Smoking is prohibited in the room where the unit is installed. Do not place any potential ig-
nition sources in the room.
Follow the doctor’s instructions when selecting an appropriate method of oxygen adminis-
tration, an appropriate oxygen concentration, and an appropriate duration of administra-
tion.
Incorrect use of supplementary oxygen may cause serious side effects including loss of sight, damage to the
brain, and death. The risks of side effects vary with infants. The concentration of oxygen delivered to an incu-
bator must be followed by the doctor’s instructions.
Use oxygen for medical use only.
Be sure to bear in mind the following precautions when supplying oxygen.
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A hand warmer, flashlight, oils and fats, or combustible vaporized gases should not be placed in or near the
incubator.
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Use pure cotton for the infant’s clothing, bed sheets, etc. Do not use any material that is easily charged with
static electricity.
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Be sure that the clothing of doctors, nurses and ambulance attendants who handle this unit is made from
pure cotton or fire-proof materials.
Observe the following precautions when oxygen supply equipment is in use.
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A spontaneous and violent ignition may occur if oil, grease, or greasy substances come in contact with pres-
surized oxygen. These substances must be kept away from oxygen regulators, cylinder valves, tubing and
connections, and all other oxygen supply equipment.
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On a high-pressure oxygen cylinder, only use tested pressure reducing or regulating valves marked for oxy-
gen service. Do not use these valves for air or gases other than oxygen. It is dangerous to use a valve to sup-
ply a gas other than air or oxygen and then to supply oxygen again.
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