• Users unable to complete a forced expiration, or those
showing signs of severe respiratory distress.
• The following conditions are relative contraindications.
The conditions do not preclude using the device; however,
caution is required:
- Acute myocardial infarction within one week.
- Hypotension or severe hypertension.
- Moderate to severe arrythmia.
- Heart failure.
- Uncontrolled pulmonary hypertension.
- Acute enlarged right ventricle of the heart (cor pulmonale).
- Unstable pulmonary embolism.
- Syncope related to forced expiration/cough.
- Increased intraocular/intracranial pressure.
- Cerebral aneurysm.
- Brain, thoracic or abdominal surgery within past 4 weeks.
- Eye, sinus or middle ear surgery (or infection) within past
one week.
- Recent concussion with ongoing symptoms.
- Late term pregnancy.
- Presence of pneumothorax
- Active or suspected respiratory or systemic infection
(including tuberculosis).
- Hemoptysis, significant oral secretions, oral lesions or
oral bleeding.
CAUTION
Please read all Safety Warnings provided with the product prior to using.
• Conducting self-diagnosis based on the measurement
results and/or treatment can be dangerous. Please follow
the instructions of your doctor.
• DO NOT let children play with the Peak Flow Meter -
it is not a toy.
• The Peak Flow Meter is NOT suitable for children under
5 years.
• This product is NOT intended for use by children without
adult supervision.
• This product is NOT intended for use by persons (including
children) with limited physical, sensory or mental abilities
or lacking experience and/or knowledge, unless they are
supervised by a person responsible for their safety or have
received and understand the instructions/safety warnings
for use of the product from this person in advance.
• DO NOT use this product for anything other than its intended
purpose and only use as described in this instructions for use.
• This Peak Flow Meter is for single patient use only.
• This device is designed for measuring peak expiratory flow.
No other use is intended or implied.
• Seek education and assistance from your healthcare
professional regarding a respiratory management plan
suited to your needs.
• This Peak Flow Meter is not intended to treat, cure, or
prevent any disease.
• Never attempt to dismantle the device. This will cause an
inaccurate Peak Expiratory Flow score.
• If you think that the device is not reading correctly, advise
your healthcare professional immediately.
• Clinical symptoms should take precedence over Peak Flow
Meter readings.
• Use should be discontinued if the user experiences pain.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
After using the Peak Flow Meter:
1. Wipe all surfaces with 70% isopropyl alcohol or a mild
detergent. Pay special attention to the mouthpiece.
2. Store the device in a cool, dry area away from heat and
direct sunlight.