Patient Manual Oxygen Concentrator Includes Oxygen Monitor, Air Outlet, Dual Flow, and Pediatric Flow Options
DO NOT OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT FIRST READING AND UNDERSTANDING THIS MANUAL. IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS, CONTACT YOUR EQUIPMENT PROVIDER BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE THIS EQUIPMENT; OTHERWISE, INJURY OR DAMAGE MAY RESULT. Smoking while using oxygen is the number one cause of fire, injuries and related deaths. You must follow these safety warnings: Do not allow smoking, candles, or open flames in the same room with the device or within 5 feet (1.
TABLE OF CONTENTS AirSep® NewLife® Elite Oxygen Concentrator AirSep NewLife Elite Oxygen Concentrator 1 Important Safety Rules 1 Why Your Physician Prescribed Oxygen 6 What is an Oxygen Concentrator? 7 How to Operate Your Oxygen Concentrator 8 Filters 12 Oxygen Without Humidifier 12 Oxygen With Humidifier 13 Nasal Cannula 14 Proper Setting of Oxygen Flowmeter 15 Cleaning, Care, and Proper Maintenance 16 Cabinet 16 Filters 17 Reserve Oxygen Supply 17
TABLE OF CONTENTS AirSep® NewLife® Elite Oxygen Concentrator Troubleshooting 18 Product Specifications 20 Classification 21 Oxygen Monitor Option 22 Function of the Oxygen Monitor 22 Alarm Signal 22 Operating the NewLife Elite Air Outlet 23 23 Air Outlet Option Dual Flow and Pediatric/ Low Flow Options Symbols/Abbreviations 30 Dual Flow Application 31 Pediatric/Low Flow Application 31 Setting the Pediatric Flowmeter 32 33
[Read the Important Safety Rules section before operating this equipment.] AirSep ® NewLife ® Elite Oxygen Concentrator This Patient Manual will acquaint you with AirSep¶s NewLife Elite Oxygen Concentrator. Make sure you read and understand all the information contained in this manual before you operate your unit. Should you have any questions, your Equipment Provider will be happy to answer them for you.
Electrical shock hazard. Disconnect the power cord from the electric outlet before you clean the unit to prevent accidental electrical shock and burn hazard. 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.
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. Do not allow any liquids to enter the concentrator. Ensure concentrator is operated in an upright position. 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.
If the alarm is weak or does not sound at all, consult your Equipment Provider immediately. 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.
Always follow the cannula manufacturer¶s instructions for proper use. Consult your licensed health care provider to determine how often the cannula should be replaced. The standard NewLife Elite Oxygen Concentrator accommodates prescriptions from 1 to 5 lpm. For prescriptions levels below 1 lpm, you must operate the NewLife Elite unit for at least 5 minutes at 2 lpm. The use of some oxygen administration accessories not specified for use with this oxygen concentrator may impair its performance.
[Read the Important Safety Rules section before operating this equipment.] Why Your Physician Prescribed Oxygen Many people suffer from a variety of heart, lung, and other respiratory diseases. A significant number of these patients can benefit from supplemental oxygen therapy at home, in the hospital, or at a medical facility. Oxygen is a gas that makes up 21% of the room air we breathe. Our bodies depend on a steady supply to function properly.
[Read the Important Safety Rules section before operating this equipment.] What is an Oxygen Concentrator? Oxygen concentrators were introduced in the mid-1970¶s and have become the most convenient, reliable source of supplemental oxygen available today. Oxygen concentrators are the most cost-effective, efficient, and safest alternative to using high-pressure oxygen cylinders or liquid oxygen. An oxygen concentrator provides all the oxygen you need with no cylinder or bottle deliveries required.
[Read the Important Safety Rules section before operating this equipment.] E F How to Operate Your Oxygen Concentrator First, become familiar with the important parts of your NewLife Elite Oxygen Concentrator (Figures 1a and 1b). A. On/Off (I/0) Power Switch: Starts and stops the operation of the unit. B. Circuit Breaker Reset Button: Resets the unit after electrical overload shutdown C. Digital Hour Meter: Records the unit¶s total hours of operation. D.
[Read the Important Safety Rules section before operating this equipment.] I. Air Intake Gross Particle Filter: Prevents dust and other airborne particles from entering the unit. J. Power Cord: Allows connection of unit into electrical outlet. Do not use extension cords with this unit or connect too many plugs into the same outlet. Too many plugs in one outlet can result in an overload to the electrical panel causing the breaker/fuse to activate or fire if the breaker or fuse fails to operate. I J 1.
[Read the Important Safety Rules section before operating this equipment.] 6. Insert power cord into the electrical outlet. On/Off Power Switch 7. Locate the power switch on the front of the unit, and switch it to the I position (on). (Figure 2.) A battery-operated audible alarm must sound for a 5-second test to indicate a good battery and alarm. If the alarm is weak or does not sound at all, consult your Equipment Provider immediately.
[Read the Important Safety Rules section before operating this equipment.] 9. To turn the concentrator off, press the I/0 switch to the 0 position. Ensure concentrator is operated in an upright position For prescriptions levels below 1 lpm, you must operate the NewLife Elite unit for at least 5 minutes at 2 lpm. 10. If the NewLife Elite unit fails to operate properly, refer to the Troubleshooting section for a list of probable causes and solutions.
[Read the Important Safety Rules section before operating this equipment.] Filters Air enters the NewLife Elite unit through an air intake gross particle filter located on the back off the oxygen concentrator. This filter removes dust particles and other large particles from the air. Before you operate the NewLife Elite unit, make sure this filter is clean and positioned correctly (Figure 4).
[Read the Important Safety Rules section before operating this equipment.] Operating With Humidifier Following these steps if your physician prescribed an oxygen humidifier as part of your therapy: 1. Remove or unscrew the reservoir bottle from the humidifier (If you have a pre-filled unit, do not perform this step. Proceed directly to step 4.) 2. Fill the reservoir with cool or cold water (distilled water is preferred) to the fill line indicated on the bottle. DO NOT OVERFILL. 3.
[Read the Important Safety Rules section before operating this equipment.] Nasal Cannula Your physician has prescribed either a nasal cannula, face mask, or other accessories (Figure 8). In most cases the manufacturer has already connected the oxygen supply tubing to the nasal cannula, face mask, or other accessory. If not, follow the manufacturer¶s instructions for proper connection. Connect the oxygen tubing to the oxygen outlet adapter or humidifier.
[Read the Important Safety Rules section before operating this equipment.] Proper Setting of Oxygen Flowmeter To set the proper 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 (Figure 9). To view the flowmeter at the proper angle, note that the back line and the front numbered line must give the appearance of just one line.
[Read the Important Safety Rules section before operating this equipment.] Cleaning, Care, and Proper Maintenance Cabinet Electrical shock hazard. Disconnect the power cord from the electric outlet before you clean the unit to prevent accidental electrical shock and burn hazard. Only your Equipment Provider or a qualified service technician should remove the covers or service the unit. Do not use liquid directly on the NewLife Elite unit to clean it.
[Read the Important Safety Rules section before operating this equipment.] Filters Do not operate the unit without the air intake gross particle filter in place. At least one time each week, wash the air intake gross particle filter, which is located in the back of the unit. Your Equipment Provider may advise you to clean it more often, depending upon your operating conditions. Follow these steps to properly clean the air intake filter: 1.
Troubleshooting If your NewLife Elite Oxygen Concentrator fails to operate properly, refer to the chart on the following pages for possible causes and solutions and, if needed, consult your Equipment Provider. If you cannot get the unit to operate, connect your nasal cannula, face mask, or other accessories to the reserve supplemental oxygen supply (if provided). Do not attempt any maintenance other than the possible solutions listed below. Problem Probable Cause Solution Unit does not operate.
Problem Probable Cause Solution Condensation collects in the oxygen tubing when you use the humidifier bottle. Unit not properly ventilated. Elevated operating temperature. Make sure unit is positioned away from curtains or drapes, hot air registers, heaters, and fireplaces. Be certain to place the unit so all sides are at least 12 inches (30.5 cm) away from a wall or other obstruction. Do not place the unit in a confined area. Allow oxygen tubing to dry out, or replace with new tubing.
Product Specifications Oxygen Concentration: * 1-3 lpm: 95.5% - 92.0% 4 lpm: 92% ± 3% 5 lpm: 90% ± 3% Dimensions: 28.5 in. high x 15.7 in. wide x 14.5 in. deep (72.4 cm high x 40 cm wide x 36.8 cm deep) Weight: 54 lb (24.5 kg) Electrical: Alarms: Storage Temperature: 120 VAC, 60 Hz, 4.0 amps 350 watts ± 5 lpm model Two-prong polarized plug Double insulated cabinet CSA-Approved to IEC 601-1 Export Models: 220-240 VAC, 50 Hz, 2.0 amps 220 VAC, 60 Hz, 2.
Classification Type of protection against electric shock: Protection from electric shock is achieved by double insulation. Class II Protective earthing or reliance upon installation conditions are not required. Degree of protection against electric shock: Equipment providing a particular degree of protection against electric shock particularly regarding: Type B 1) allowable leakage current; 2) reliability of protective earth connection (if present). Not intended for direct cardiac application.
[Read the Important Safety Rules section before operating this equipment.] Oxygen Monitor Option The following information will acquaint you with Oxygen Monitor option of the NewLife Elite Oxygen Concentrator. Make sure you read and understand all the information contained in this manual before you operate your unit. Should you have any questions, your Equipment Provider will be happy to answer them for you.
[Read the Important Safety Rules section before operating this equipment] Air Outlet Option The following information will acquaint you with the Air Outlet option for the NewLife Elite Oxygen Concentrator. Make sure you read and understand all the information in this NewLife Elite Patient Manual before you operate your unit. Should you have any questions, your Equipment Provider will be happy to answer them for you.
[Read the Important Safety Rules section before operating this equipment.] The NewLife Elite Air Outlet option allows you to connect a hand held nebulizer (Figure 1) . You may continue to receive oxygen from the unit while you use the Air Outlet option. Air Valve Part No. VA007-1 Air Outlet Barb Fitting Part No.
[Read the Important Safety Rules section before operating this equipment.] 2. Locate the air outlet barb fitting on the front of the unit (Figure 2). If a hand held nebulizer will be used, connect one end of the air supply tubing to the air outlet barb fitting and the other end to the bottom of the nebulizer. Oxygen-enriched air is not delivered at the air outlet. In high humidity environments or during extended period of non-use, open the air valve completely (Figure 3) to purge/flush the system. 3.
[Read the Important Safety Rules section before operating this equipment.] 6. When treatment is complete, turn the air valve to the OFF position. (Figure 4) The NewLife Elite Air Outlet regulator is preset to deliver 6 liters per minute ( lpm) at 12 psig (85 kPa). Figure 4 7. Disconnect the nebulizer and the air supply tubing from the air outlet barb fitting. 8. Clean the nebulizer. (Refer to the Cleaning the Nebulizer section).
[Read the Important Safety Rules section before operating this equipment.] 3. Remove or unscrew the medication cup on the nebulizer, and place your prescribed measured dosage into the medication cup (Figure 5). 4. Connect the medication cup to the nebulizer, and then connect the ³T´ piece or mouthpiece to the nebulizer (Figure 6). Figure 5 Figure 6 5.
[Read the Important Safety Rules section before operating this equipment.] Inhaling Medication/Treatment Instructions The following instructions for inhaling medication are often recommended. If your physician or health care professional has given you special instructions, make sure you follow them instead, as prescribed. 1. Close your mouth around the mouthpiece, but do not hold it with your teeth (Figure 7). 2.
[Read the Important Safety Rules section before operating this equipment.] Cleaning the Nebulizer Perform steps 1 and 2 below after each treatment to prevent medication from collecting and hardening inside the nebulizer parts. 1. After each treatment, separate the nebulizer and the ³T´ piece or mouthpiece assembly. 2. Remove or unscrew the nebulizer cup, and rinse each component thoroughly in warm water. 3.
[Read the Important Safety Rules section before operating this equipment.] Dual Flow and Pediatric/Low Flow Options The following information will acquaint you with the 5 liter dual flow and pediatric/low flow options of the NewLife Elite Oxygen Concentrator (see Figure 9). Make sure you read and understand all the information contained in this manual before you operate your unit. Should you have any questions, your Equipment Provider will be happy to answer them for you.
[Read the Important Safety Rules section before operating this equipment.] Dual Flow Application The NewLife Elite unit¶s dual flow option allows a single concentrator to meet the high flow requirements of one patient (Figure 9) or the needs of two patients, in any combination of flows up to the maximum capacity of the concentrator. Excellent for use in the home, extended care facility, hospital, or physician¶s waiting room.
[Read the Important Safety Rules section before operating this equipment.] Setting the Pediatric Flowmeter When using the pediatric flowmeter, the unit will not reach proper concentration at the pediatric setting (less than 2 lpm) until you bleed off a portion of the oxygen by opening the primary flowmeter (on the left side of the unit). Follow the procedure below when using the pediatric flowmeter. 1. Follow the start-up instructions 1-7 as outlined on page 9 & 10. 2.
Symbols/Abbreviations Symbols are frequently used on equipment and/or the manual in preference to words with the intention of decreasing the possibility of misunderstanding caused by language differences. Symbols can also permit easier comprehension of a concept within a restricted space. The following table is a list of symbols and definitions that may be used with the NewLife Elite Oxygen Concentrator.
Symbol Description Symbol Description Safety agency for CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 601.1 M90 for medical electrical equipment.
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