USER MANUAL - Medical Care Services
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1. R O B m 2 0 2 A AJ 9 O 2 A 17 DEVICE SETTING Turn the device on by pressing the OI Power Button 2 Press the button to select Continuous or Pulse Flow Mode 3 Press the Increase or Decrease W buttons to select the correct flow rate OXLIFE INDEPENDENCE TEA PULSE w n mee 0000 PURITY OK CONCEPTS THE PROPER FLOW MODE AND FLOW RATE ARE PRESCRIBED BY YOUR PHYSICIAN DO NOT CHANGE THESE SETTINGS WITHOUT CONSULTING WITH YOUR PHYSICIAN PULSE FLOW MODE SHOULD ONLY BE USED UNDER THE DIRECTION OF YOUR PHYSICIAN APPROPRIATE AND SAFE PULSE MODE SETTINGS MUST ACCOMMODATE THE INDIVIDUAL PATIENT S LIFESTYLE INCLUDING REST TRAVEL AND EXERCISE CONTINUOUS CONTINUOUS FLOW MODE P e In Continuous Flow Mode a continuous flow of oxygen wil flow through the cannula and into your nose The oxygen is measured in Liters per Minute or LPM PULSE FLOW MODE In Pulse Flow Mode the device will detect your breath and supply a measured pulse of oxygen or bolus The breath detect icon will flash on the control panel with each breath AT HIGHER FLOW SETTINGS YOU MAY NOTICE THE MOTOR REVVING WHICH IS NORMAL AND NECESSARY TO ACHIEVE MAXIMUM OXYGEN OUTPUT PULSE MODE BOLUS VOLUMES IF NO BREATH IS DETECTED FOR 45 SECONDS THE DISPLAY SCREEN WILL TURN YELLOW AND THE DEVICE WILL ONCE IF NO BREATH IS DETECTED FOR AN ADDITIONAL 15 SE2. UNDERSTANDING THE CONTROL PANEL 13 POWER 14 BATTERY STATUS 15 EXTERNAL POWER SOURCE 16 INCREASE UP 17 DECREASE DOWN 18 SYSTEM STATUS 19 BREATH DETECT 20 MODE SETTING 21 MODE 15 INDEPENDENCE setting e 96 mL Breath PULSE Ay CES 00000 1 PURITY OK uum oN D CONCEPTS D AJ O UO O UO m A e B O 2 11 BEFORE OPERATING Your authorized dealer will and or should demonstrate proper operation of your Independence This manual should be saved for future reference to help you safely operate your device If you have any further questions please contact your authorized dealer DO NOT operate the Oxlife Independence without first reading the Safety Guidelines included in SECTION 2 of this manual Please follow all operating instructions If you are relocating your Oxlife Independence from an extreme environment allow the device to return to the specified operating temperature and humidity ranges before use Operating your device outside of specified ranges may damage your device impact device performance and may void your warranty See Operating Temperature and Humidity Ranges listed in the Specification Table LOCATING YOUR DEVICE Place the Oxlife Independence in a well ventilated area free of smoke fumes pollutants and away from direct sun light Ensure that air intake and exhaust ports are not obstructed
3. CONCEPTS Oxlife INDEPENDENCE USER MANUAL PORTABLE OXYGEN CONCENTRATOR USER READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THIS DEVICE SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE DEALER THIS MANUAL MUST BE CIVEN TO THE END USER Important information to prevent damage to your Oxlife Independence Important safety information regarding hazards that may cause personal injury CAUTION lt O Z 2 02 lt THROUGHOUT THIS MANUAL THE FOLLOWING GRAPHICS ARE USED TO DESCRIBE WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS lt Z 02 lt PLEASE READ THIS OPERATION MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS DEVICE BE AWARE OF ALL WARNINGS AND SAFETY INFORMATION ONLY USE ACCESSORIES APPROVED BY O2 CONCEPTS AND REFERENCED WITHIN THIS MANUAL IF YOU DO NOT FULLY UNDERSTAND ALL THE WARNINGS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CONTACT YOUR AUTHORIZED DEALER OR PROVIDER FOR TECHNICAL SUPPORT CAUTION U S FEDERAL LAW RESTRICTS THESE DEVICES TO SALE BY OR ON THE ORDER OF A PHYSICIAN TABLE OF CONTENTS Section 1 Introduction Symbols 1 SSC ICON AMMU 2 MAMM 3 Indications tor SS FRE 4 Section 2 Safety Guidelines Device Safety 5 6 Battery and Power Supply Safety Guidelines 8 Section 3 Product Description Fe
4. The Oxlife Independence MUST be located so that alarms can be heard Position the oxygen supply tubing and power cords in a manner that prevents kinking air flow obstructions and tripping hazards To protect device finish it is recommended to use the Oxlife Independence in either an upright position or lying on its back DO NOT locate the Oxlife Independence near any flammable materials or cleaning product or in the direct path of any heat source such as a stove heat register or a car heater Keep the Oxlife Independence at least 5 feet 1 6m from hot sparking objects or open flame R 5 us O 0 m 2 0 2 A AJ 9 O 2 A 13 INSTALLING REMOVING THE BATTERY Hold the battery vertically with the connection to the bottom and install it into the back of the device as shown below INSTALL REMOVE SLIDE INTO BACK OF DEVICE LIFT BATTERY SLIGHTLY UP THEN BATTERY WILL DROP DOWN SLIGHTLY SLIDE STRAIGHT OUT AND CLICK INTO POSITION TYPICAL RECHARGEABLE BATTERY OPERATION TIMES 2 Batteries 20 Breaths Minute 5 75 hours 6 25 hours 3 00 hours 00 3 00 hours 2 2 rene 2 50hous 2 2 25hours 2 2 00 hours 1 75 175hous OPERATING TIME WILL DEGRADE WITH BATTERY USE AND AGE BATTERY TIME MANAGEMENT e With the combined use of the battery AC power cord and DC power cord your time away from home is virtually limitless
5. mixture No Smoking while using or near device Caution as seen in manual SPECIFICATIONS Device Dimensions with H 20 29 in H 51 5 cm Handle Wheels W 10 85in W 27 55 cm D 9 45 in D 24 cm Device Weight 16 7 Ibs Cart Kit Wheels amp Pull Handle 2 17 Ibs Battery 1 4 Ibs AC Charger 1 9 65 DC Charger 37 Ibs z m AJ O 9 O 2 Continuous 0 5 to 3 LPM in 0 5 LPM increments Pulse 0 5 to 6 0 8ML 96mL setting increments Battery Specification 14 4V Lithium lon Battery External Power Supply Power Input AC power 120 VAC 50 60 Hz Q 2 5 amps DC power 12 VDC Operating Time 24 hours per day when connected to an external AC or DC power source Cannula Specification DO NOT use cannula tubing longer than 7ft 2 1 3m when using Pulse Flow Mode Do NOT use cannula tubing longer than 50ft 15 25m when using Continuous Flow Mode E 2 02 CONTRAINDICATIONS Under certain circumstances the use of non prescribed oxygen therapy can be hazardous This device should only be used when prescribed by a physician Not for use in the presence of aerosol sprays or flammable anesthetics Additional monitoring may be required for patients using this device who are unable to hear or see alarms or communicate discomfort The Oxlife Independence is not appropriate for any patient who would experience adverse health consequences as a result of a temporary int
6. the warranty DO NOT use the battery or power supply for anything other than its intended purpose DO NOT drop the battery or expose it to mechanical shock DO NOT expose the battery to water or other liquids DO NOT expose the battery to excessive heat or cold Store the battery in a cool dry place when not in use Remove the battery from the device if it will not be used for an extended period of time Locate the external power supply in the open air to prevent overheating when in use BATTERY AND POWER SUPPLY SAFETY GUIDELINES 2 02 4 battery may explode if exposed or disposed of A in a fire Use only the supplied battery AC and or DC power adapters that were provided with the device Keep the battery away from children Use of a damaged battery or power supply may cause personal injury DO NOT attempt to disassemble the battery or power supply DO NOT short circuit the battery s metal contacts with metallic objects such as keys or coins It may cause sparks or excessive heat e 2 5 UO ITI lt 0 ITI A TI ITI lt UO ALL 2 mi A FEATURE IDENTIFICATION CONTROL PANEL LCD DISPLAY OXYGEN OUTLET PORT AIR INTAKE PORT FILTER WHEELS RECHARGEABLE BATTERY SLOTS FAA APPROVAL IDENTIFICATION PULL HANDLE EXHAUST PORT 10 EXTERNAL POWER INPUT 11 HANDLE LOCK RELEASE BUTTON 12 CARRY HANDLE hu PUE aS
7. CONDS THE DEVICE WILL DEFAULT TO THE PREVIOUS CONTINUOUS FLOW MODE SETTING R 5 577 O 0 m 2 0 2 A AJ 9 O 2 A 19 HANDLE OPERATION OPEN CLOSE Press button to unlock handle Begin rotating and release button handle will re lock in open close position automatically q PULL HANDLE PRESS BUTTON CARRY HANDLE CAUTION CAUTION HANDLING DO NOT LEAN ON UNIT To prevent damage to the unit avoid resting excessive weight on handle STAIRS SNOILONALSNI ONILV IMO While transporting the unit down stairs it is recommended to allow unit to travel down first 21 lt Z 2 02 lt CANNULA USE Use of a cannula not specified for use with oxygen may impair the performance of your device DO NOT use cannula tubing longer than 7 feet when using Pulse Flow Mode DO NOT use cannula tubing longer than 50 feet when using Continuous Flow Mode Your physician will prescribe the appropriate cannula for your use Connect the cannula to the oxygen outlet port as shown on adjacent page The cannula fitting may be tight DO NOT use grease or oils to lubricate the oxygen outlet port e Read and follow the instructions included with the cannula and follow the instructions given by your authorized dealer e Place the cannula over your ears and position the cannula prongs in your nose e Clean and rep
8. Repair or replace tubing or humidifier Clean or replace air inlet filter Contact your authorized dealer Ensure all charging connections are intact In the case of an extended power outage utilize an alternate non powered source of oxygen Check cannula connection Repair or replace tubing or humidifier Clean or replace air inlet filter Move device to ensure adequate air flow Contact your authorized dealer Allow the device to reach operating temperature Utilize an alternate source of oxygen if necessary Contact your authorized dealer and utilize an alternate supply of oxygen Remove unauthorized battery and replace with an authorized O2 Concepts battery DO NOT IGNORE ALARMS ALERT AND ALARM SCREENS OXLIFE INDEPENDENCE i1 6 0 setting a O6 mi sreath A Tero te 00000 1 PURITY OK CONCEPTS ALERTS AND ALARMS WILL BE INDICATED IN THE LOWER RIGHT SECTION OF THE LCD DISPLAY ALARM SCREENS ALERT SCREENS RED SCREEN YELLOW SCREEN 2 5 2 A ALL mm ALL A 2 gt gt lt A ALERT NO Breath ALERT LOW Battery REGUIRES UNAUTHORIZED SERVICE BATTERY LOW OVER PURITY TEMPERATURE LOW BATTERY 25 lt Z 02 lt MAINTENANCE All maintenance MUST be conducted by a qualified Oxlife Independence service technician DO NOT attempt to disassemble or perform any maintenance on your d
9. Using the AC and DC power cords whenever possible will give you optimal battery life The battery will charge in the device when plugged into an external power source e The Oxlife Independence comes equipped with a rechargeable lithium battery that is NOT user serviceable When fully charged it supplies power for up 10 6 25 hours depending on the setting used e Ihe Oxlife Independence battery includes a battery charge status indicator located on the front of the battery Simply press the PUSH button on battery to display the remaining battery life in 2576 increments R 5 us O 0 m 2 0 2 A AJ 9 O 2 A 75 50 25 PUSH Q INDICATES 75 OF BATTERY LIFE REMAINING e The typical time to recharge a fully discharged battery is approximately 1 5 hours if charging a single battery and 2 5 hours if charging two with the device plugged into AC power and powered off Battery Charge times with the device running will vary depending on setting Used 9 You wil achieve longer battery run time when using your Oxlife Independence in Pulse Flow Mode e Battery Charge Status is also displayed on the control panel CAUTION AC POWER SUPPLY Use only the power supplies provided with this device The AC power supply charges the battery using a 100 240 volt 50 60 Hertz outlet a typical wall outlet in your home Using the AC power supply allows you to use
10. drure Idennlc colori saan 7 Understanding the Control Panel 10 Section 4 Operating Instructions Before 11 12 Installing Removing the 19 KN CE OHO 13 16 Battery Time Management 14 Power SUDDIV sccconsscansseanirsanceeansesanneianees fs DC Power 50 16 Device glee 17 18 Handle Operation eese 219 10 lasen 20 USC 21 22 Section 5 User Alerts and Alarms Troubleshooting Guide ecce 23 24 Section 6 Maintenance User Care teles alea s 65 55 eese pense reo 25 Air Inlet Filter Cleaning 25 26 Section 7 Accessories and Disposal AN 21 Battery 5 28 Unit eres E ET TT 28 SYMBOLS REFERENCE On Off Button Mode Button c Continuous Mode Pulse Mode nm Breath Detect Icon Increase Flow Setting A Decrease Flow Setting Battery Life Indication munn LITT AC DC Power 9 AC DC Power Battery T Charging Do not disassemble Home as seen in manual Not suitable for use in the presence of a flammable anesthetic
11. erruption in oxygen therapy The availability of an alternate source of supplemental oxygen is strongly recommended in the case of power interruption or a mechanical failure of the device This device is for adult use only It is not qualified for use by pediatric patients INDICATIONS FOR USE Concepts Oxlife Independence is indicated on a prescription basis for the administration of supplemental oxygen It is not intended for life support nor does it provide any patient monitoring capabilities Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician lt 2 02 4 PRESCRIBED MODE AND FLOW SETTINGS SHOULD ONLY BE ADJUSTED UNDER THE ADVICE OF A PHYSICIAN R z m AJ O 9 O 2 CAUTION DEVICE SAFETY GUIDELINES Locate the Oxlife Independence in a well ventilated area to allow for adequate air intake Avoid the intake of airborne pollutants smoke or fumes DO NOT block the air inlet or the exhaust vents located on the side of the device DO NOT cover the device with a towel blanket etc DO NOT drop or insert any objects or liquid into any opening Use only approved accessories as specified in this User Manual Use of non approved accessories may cause serious damage to the device and will void the warranty DO NOT leave your Oxlife Independence or batteries in your vehicle or trunk Extreme hot or cold maybe damage your d
12. evice Locate oxygen tubing and power cords away from hot surfaces and in a manner to prevent tripping hazards Avoid creation of any spark near your Oxlife Independence This includes sparks from static electricity created by any type of friction 4 2 02 lt DEVICE SAFETY GUIDELINES Protect electrical power cords from sharp edges to avoid electrical shock and serious physical injury DO NOT use the device with a damaged power cord or plug Outdoor use must be conducted using battery power DO NOT operate the device on wet surfaces or in standing water and do not submerge or expose to water If the Oxlife Independence has been dropped damaged or exposed to water please contact your authorized dealer for inspection and possible repair of the device DO NOT come in contact with the device when wet DO NOT SMOKE WHILE USING THIS DEVICE KEEP ALL MATCHES LIT CIGARETTES CANDLES OR OTHER SOURCES OF IGNITION AT LEAST 10 FEET FROM THE DEVICE THIS DEVICE PRODUCES ENRICHED OXYGEN GAS WHICH ACCELERATES COMBUSTION DO NOT use oil grease or petroleum based products on or near the device DO NOT use the device with an extension cord e 2 5 22 ITI lt 0 A ITI lt UO ALL 2 mi A CAUTION o 6 6 BATTERY AND POWER SUPPLY SAFETY GUIDELINES Use of non approved battery or power supply may cause serious damage to the device and will void
13. evice Any such attempt will void the warranty USER CARE AND CLEANING CASE AC POWER SUPPLY DC POWER SUPPLY A A Unplug your Oxlife Independence and or power supplies before cleaning DO NOTuse alcohol ethylene chloride or petroleum based cleaners on the case or power supplies Clean the outside case of your device using a soft cloth dampened with a mild detergent and water DO NOT spray the case AIR INLET FILTER CLEANING Regular cleaning of the Air Inlet Filter is the only maintenance you will perform on your device To keep your Oxlife Independence working properly it is recommended you clean the Air Inlet Filter weekly If the Oxlife Independence is used in a dusty environment more frequent cleaning of the Air Inlet Filter may be required Never use your Oxlife Independence without an Air Inlet Filter CAUTION AIR INLET FILTER CLEANING CONT Follow these simple directions to clean the Air Inlet Filter l 2 Remove the Air Inlet Filter Wash the filter by running under warm tap water using a mild detergent Rinse thoroughly under warm running water Squeeze out excess water It is important to allow the filter to dry completely before reinserting into the device Moisture from wet or damp Air Inlet Filter may damage your device You may want to keep an extra Air Inlet Filter to use asa replacement while one is drying Contact your authorized dealer for extra Air Inlet Fi
14. lace your cannula regularly as instructed by your authorized dealer 7 a gt O 0 2 PA 0 PA A OXYGEN OUTLET PORT O O PA A LOW BATTERY ALERT LOW PURITY ALERT NO BREATH DETECTED LOW BATTERY ALARM LOW PURITY ALARM NO EXTERNAL POWER ALARM NO FLOW ALARM OVER TEMPERATURE ALARM SERVICE REQUIRED ALARM UNAUTHORIZED BATTERY ALARM 23 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE When battery charge status reaches 1076 the screen will turn yellow and ALERT LOW BATTERY will be displayed in the System Status window The device will beep every 30 seconds and then go into Low Battery Alarm mode If Oxygen Purity drops below 85 the screen will turn yellow and ALERT LOW PURITY will be displayed in the System Status window The device will beep once every 30 seconds until the condition is corrected If no breath is detected for 45 seconds the screen will turn yellow and ALERT NO BREATH will be displayed in the System Status Window The device will beep once If no breath is detected for an additional 15 seconds the device will default to the previous Continuous Flow Setting selected When the battery is depleted the screen will turn red and LOW BATTERY will be displayed in the System Status window The device will beep for 15 seconds before shutting down If Oxygen Purity drops below 72 the screen will turn red and LOW PURITY will be displayed in the System Status wind
15. lters AIR INLET FILTER gt D 2 AL 2 2 O HU C A m AJ O P AJ ITI ACCESSORY BAG The Accessory Bag is designed to carry your Oxlife Independence accessories including batteries AC charger and cable and DC charger 2 BATTERIES 27 BATTERY DISPOSAL e Your battery is rechargeable and can be recycled Always return to your authorized dealer for proper disposal You can also contact your local city or town offices for proper disposal instructions for a lithium ion battery DEVICE DISPOSAL e This product may contain substances that could be harmful to the environment if disposed of in landfills that are inappropriate Follow local governing ordinances and recycling plans regarding disposal of the device A ITI A e 20 m gt 2 U U O gt CONCEPTS Oxlife INDEPENDENCE PN 800 1008 Rev A O2 Concepis LLC 14001 McAuley Boulevard Suite 170 Oklahoma City OK 73134 7004 877 867 4008
16. ow The device will beep for 15 seconds before shutting down If no external power source is detected the screen will turn red and NO EXTERNAL POWER will be displayed in the System Status window The device will beep every second for 10 minutes before shutting down If no oxygen flow is detected the screen will turn red and NO FLOW will be displayed in the System Status window The device will beep for 15 seconds before shutting down If the device is too hot to operate safely the screen will turn red and OVER TEMPERATURE will be displayed in the System Status window The device will beep for 15 seconds before shutting down If service is required for the device to operate safely the screen will turn red and SERVICE REQUIRED will be displayed in the System Status window The device will beep for 15 seconds before shutting down If the device detects that an unauthorized battery has been installed the screen will turn red and UNAUTHORIZED BATTERY will be displayed in the System Status window The device will shut down Plug into an external power source OR Replace depleted battery batteries with a charged battery Clean or replace air inlet filter Contact your authorized dealer Ensure cannula tubing does not exceed 7 feet 2 1m Note No Breath Detected is used when in Pulse Flow Mode ONLY Plug into an external power source Replace depleted battery batteries with a charged battery
17. your Oxlife Independence while simultaneously recharging the battery To use the AC power supply connect the power supply to the Oxlife Independence and wall outlet as shown below The external power source icon will be displayed on the control panel 3 Use no electrical outlets controlled by a switch When charging power sources wait for the control panel to display the new power source icon and unit to beep before removing the original source EXTERNAL POWER INPUT lt Z 2 02 4 DC POWER SUPPLY AUTO Use only the power supplies provided with this device The DC power supply allows you to power your Oxlife Independence from your vehicle s car boat RV 12 15 volt DC outlet cigarette lighter in all settings Performance may be affected if voltage is below 12 volts ALWAYS have the vehicle s engine running before plugging in your Oxlife Independence With the engine running plug in and turn on your device he external power supply icon will be displayed on the control panel 88 When operating the Oxlife Independence in your vehicle ensure that the device is securely stowed and will not get damaged during transport Ensure that air inlet and exhaust ports are not blocked Batteries will not charge at any setting if the engine is not running DC power is not sufficient to charge the batteries at all settings Charging will not occur at settings higher than Continuous 2 0 or Pulse 4 0
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