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2. Warning, Caution and Important Tip
WARNING!
Indicate the possibility of injury to the user or operator.
CAUTION!
Indicate the possibility of damage to the device.
IMPORTANT TIP!
Place emphasis on an operating characteristic.
Warnings, Cautions, and Important Tips appear throughout this manual as they apply.
3. Intended Use
The G3 A20 / G3 C20 system is a CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) device
designed for the treatment of adult Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) only, either in the
hospital or at home.
The device is to be used only on the instruction of a licensed health care professional. Your
home care provider will make the correct pressure settings according to your health care
professional’s prescription.
Several accessories are available to make your OSA treatment with this device as convenient
and comfortable as possible. To ensure that you receive the safe, effective therapy
prescribed for you, use only BMC accessories.
WARNINGS!
• This device is intended for adult use only.
• This device is not intended for life support.
• The instructions in this manual are not intended to supersede established medical
protocols.
• Do not bring the device or accessories into a Magnetic Resonance (MR) environment as it
may cause unacceptable risk to the patient or damage to the device or MR medical devices.
The device and accessories have not been evaluated for safety in an MR environment.
• Do not use the device or accessories in an environment with electromagnetic equipment
such as CT scanners, Diathermy, RFID and electromagnetic security systems (metal
detectors) as it may cause unacceptable risk to the patient or damage to the device. Some
electromagnetic sources may not be apparent, if you notice any unexplained changes in the
performance of this device, if it is making unusual or harsh sounds, disconnect the power
cord and discontinue use. Contact your home care provider.
CAUTION!
• This device is restricted to sale by or on the order of a physician.
• The patient is an intended operator.