Welch Allyn CP 200 Spirometry Option - User Manual - Manual (Page 12)

8 Chapter 1 Introduction Welch Allyn CP 200 Spirometry Option
General Cautions
The following caution statements apply to spirometer use in general. Caution statements
that apply specifically to particular procedures appear in the corresponding sections of the
manual.
Caution statements indicate conditions or practices that could damage the equipment or
other property.
Caution Do not clean the spirometer or any of its components. Trapped
moisture in the pressure tubing or sensor could affect their accuracy. Replace the
pressure tubing when it becomes dirty. Replace the sensor when it becomes
faulty. Recalibrate the spirometer after replacing any components.
Caution Do not immerse any part of the spirometer into a cleaning liquid or
sterilize it with hot water, steam, or air.
Caution Do not use aromatic hydrocarbons, rubbing alcohol, or solvents on the
spirometer.
Caution If you choose to clean the calibration syringe, wipe its external
surfaces as needed with a cloth dampened with water only.
Caution Use only parts and accessories supplied with the device and available
through Welch Allyn. The use of accessories other than those specified may
result in degraded performance of this device.
Caution When you put the spirometer away, store its pressure tubing in a
basket or drawer or other place that prevents compression or kinking.
Caution Avoid installing the spirometer in direct sunlight or in a location where
it may be affected by significant changes in humidity, ventilation, or airborne
particles containing dust, salt, or sulfur.
Caution Keep the spirometer away from splashing fluids.