AIRSEP VISIONAIRE (01) PDF Document

Please adhere to the following safety rules when operating your AIRSEP VISIONAIRE:

WARNINGS:

• In the event of an alarm or if you are experiencing any signs of discomfort, consult your Equipment Provider and/or your physician immediately.

• This unit is not a life-support device. Geriatric, pediatric, or any other patient unable to communicate discomfort while using this oxygen concentrator may require additional monitoring. Patients with hearing and/or sight impairments may need assistance with monitoring the alarms. Consult your physician immediately if you are experiencing any signs of discomfort.

• This device manufactures high concentration oxygen, which promotes rapid burning. Do not allow smoking or open flames within 5 feet (1.5 meters) of: (1) this device or (2) any oxygen-carrying accessory. Use no oil, grease, or petroleum-based products on or near the unit. Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet before cleaning or servicing the unit.

• Electrical shock hazard. Do not remove covers while the unit is plugged in. Only your Equipment Provider or a qualified service technician should remove the covers or service the unit.

• Do not leave a nasal cannula under bed coverings or chair cushions. If the unit is turned on but not in use, the oxygen will make the material flammable. Set the I/0 power switch to the 0 (off) position when the AIRSEP VISIONAIRE unit is not in use.

• Do not use extension cords with this unit or connect too many plugs into the same electrical outlet.

• Use only voltage specified on back panel label.

• Do not use your oxygen concentrator in the presence of flammable gases.

CAUTIONS:

• AirSep recommends an alternate source of supplemental oxygen in the event of a power outage, alarm condition, or mechanical failure. Consult your physician or Equipment Provider for the type of reserve system required.

• U.S. Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on order of a physician. Use unit in accordance with the manufacturer’s Patient Manual.

• It is very important to follow the prescribed level of oxygen flow. Do not increase or decrease the flow until you first consult your physician.

The components on the front of your AIRSEP VISIONAIRE are as follows:

• Top and Side Handles: Enables convenience in carrying the unit.

• ON/OFF (I/O) Power Switch: Starts and stops the operation of the unit.

• Oxygen Outlet: Provides connection for a humidifier (if required) or cannula.

• Circuit Breaker Reset Button: Resets the unit after electrical overload shutdown.

• Flowmeter Adjustment Knob: Controls the oxygen flow rate in liters per minute (LPM).

• Low Oxygen Concentration Indicator (optional): Illuminates (amber) if the unit is equipped with an optional Oxygen Monitor and detects low oxygen concentration.

• Hour Meter: Records the concentrator’s hours of operation.

• Operating Instructions Label: Directs usage of the unit.

• Casters: Four casters enable the unit to be easily moved, as needed.

The components on the back of your AIRSEP VISIONAIRE are as follows:

• Power Cord: Allows connection of the unit to an electrical outlet.

• Humidifier Bottle Recess: Area to place the optional humidifier bottle.

• Specification Label: Displays electrical specifications and serial number.

Accessories recommended for use with the AIRSEP VISIONAIRE Oxygen Concentrator include:

• Humidifier Bottle (AirSep part number – HU003-1)

• Cannula, 25 feet (7.6 m) (AirSep part number – CU002-4)

• Humidifier Bottle Tubing (AirSep part number – TU176-160)

• Humidifier Bottle Fitting (AirSep part number – F0655-1)

• Oxygen Tubing, 25 feet (7.6 m) (AirSep part number – CU004-3)

• Tubing/Cannula Connector (AirSep part number – CU009-1)

If additional humidification is required, perform the following steps each time you fill or clean the humidifier:

1. Remove the humidifier bottle from the humidifier bottle recess.

2. Open the humidifier bottle. If you have a pre-filled bottle, do not perform this step. Proceed to step 5.

3. Fill the humidifier bottle with cool or cold water (distilled water is preferred) to the fill line indicated on the bottle. DO NOT OVERFILL.

4. Re-connect the top cover to the humidifier bottle.

5. Place the humidifier bottle in the humidifier bottle recess on the back of the concentrator and connect the humidifier bottle tubing to the oxygen outlet and the humidifier bottle fitting.

CAUTION: If the humidifier bottle tubing is not properly connected to the humidifier bottle fitting or to the oxygen outlet, an oxygen leak can occur.

Connect the tubing and cannula to the AIRSEP VISIONAIRE unit’s oxygen outlet, or to the optional humidifier’s oxygen outlet.

Follow these steps to start your AIRSEP VISIONAIRE:

CAUTION: Do not use extension cords with this unit. Position the unit away from curtains or drapes, hot air registers or heaters. Be certain to place the unit on a flat surface and make sure all sides are at least 1 foot (30 cm) away from a wall or other obstruction. Do not place the unit in a confined area. Choose a dust and smoke free-location away from direct sunlight.

1. Locate the unit near the electrical outlet in the room where you spend most of your time.

2. Insert the power cord plug into the electrical outlet.

3. Set the I/O power switch to the “I” position to turn the unit on. An audible alarm will loudly sound for approximately 5 seconds.

4. The low oxygen concentration indicator remains on for a few minutes and until the oxygen concentration reaches minimum concentration requirements (only pertains to unit equipped with an Oxygen Monitor).

5. To set the flow of supplemental oxygen, turn the flowmeter adjustment knob left or right until the ball inside the flowmeter centers on the flow line number prescribed by your physician. To view the flowmeter at the proper angle, note that the back line and the front number line must give appearance of one line.

6. The concentrator is now ready for use.

CAUTION: It is very important to follow the prescribed level of oxygen flow. Do not increase or decrease the flow until you first consult your physician.

NOTE: If oxygen does not seem to flow, first verify that the flowmeter ball is registering a flow. Then, place the tip of the cannula into a glass of water; if bubbles come out of the cannula, oxygen is flowing. If bubbles do not appear, refer to the Troubleshooting section.

To turn off the AIRSEP VISIONAIRE unit, set the I/O power switch to the “O” position.

WARNING: Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet before you clean the cabinet or control panel.

CAUTION: Do not use liquid directly on the unit. Do not use any petroleum-based solvents or cleaning agents.

Outside Cabinet:

Use a mild household cleaner applied with a damp cloth or sponge to clean the exterior of the concentrator, and then wipe all surfaces dry. Clean the cabinet, control panel, and power cord only with a mild household cleaner applied with a damp cloth or sponge, and then wipe all surfaces dry.

Humidifier Bottle (optional):

• Check water level daily and add water as needed.

• To clean and disinfect the humidifier, follow your Equipment Provider’s instructions, or the instructions included with the humidifier bottle.

If your AIRSEP VISIONAIRE does not operate and a power failure alarm sounds, follow these troubleshooting steps. Note: If the unit has not been used for an extended time period, it needs to operate for several minutes before the power failure alarm can become activated.

If you experience limited or no oxygen flow from your AIRSEP VISIONAIRE, check the following:

If condensation collects in the oxygen tubing, it may be due to the unit not being properly ventilated or elevated operating temperatures. Follow these solutions:

• Make sure the unit is positioned away from curtains or drapes, hot air registers or heaters.

• Be certain to place the unit so all sides are at least 1 foot (30 cm) away from a wall or other obstruction.

• Do not place the unit in a confined area.

• Refill the humidifier bottle with COLD water. DO NOT OVERFILL.

• Allow oxygen tubing to dry out, or replace with new tubing.

An intermittent alarm sounding at one-second intervals indicates an equipment malfunction. You should set the I/O power switch to the 0 position, use your reserve oxygen supply (if provided), and consult your Equipment Provider immediately.

For all other problems, set the I/O power switch to the 0 position, use your reserve oxygen supply (if provided), and consult your Equipment Provider immediately.

The AIRSEP VISIONAIRE has the following classifications for protection against electric shock:

• Class II: Protection from electric shock is achieved by DOUBLE INSULATION. Protective earthing or reliance upon installation conditions are not required.

• Type B: Equipment providing a particular degree of protection against electric shock, particularly regarding allowable leakage current and reliability of protective earth connection (if present). It is not intended for direct cardiac application.

The unit is also classified as not suitable for application in the presence of flammable gases and is designed for continuous duty operation.

The following table lists the symbols that may be used with the AIRSEP VISIONAIRE and their definitions: