Product Manual

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SmartDose Mini+ Gas Conserver Delivery Modes
The SmartDose Mini+ Gas Conserver has two modes:
SmartDose and Continuous Flow.
To receive the benefits of SmartDose technology, set your SmartDose
Mini+ Gas Conserver to SmartDose mode. Continuous Flow mode is
offered as a backup option in case your batteries run out of power.
Continuous Flow mode provides a steady flow of oxygen until you
can replace
the batteries; it does not offer the benefits of SmartDose
technology. Also, be aware that your oxygen supply will be depleted
rapidly when set to operate in Continuous Flow mode.
With the Portable in SmartDose mode, SmartDose technology detects
changes in your breath rate and automatically adjusts the oxygen dose
using a unique valving system. In this way, the Conserver automatically
adapts the oxyg
en flow to meet your needs as your activity level goes up
and down throughout the day. After you have set the flow rate to your
prescribed dose, there is no need to manually change the oxygen flow
rate during the day— SmartDose technology does it for you.
SmartDose Technology helps you in two ways:
When you are active, a higher oxygen dose helps reduce feelings of
breathlessness and stay active. When y
ou are at rest and your
breathing rate slows down, SmartDose technology adjusts the oxygen
dose to the lower level that meets your needs. Keeping the oxygen
flow rate as low as possible helps to extend oxygen duration, minimize
nasal dryness and provide quieter therapy.
5 Set the Indicator light to your prescribed setting (1 to 5).
Be sure that the CF (Continuous Flow/SmartDose) switch is pushed
in as shown, confirming that your SmartDose Mini+ Gas
Conserver is in SmartDose mode. (See figures on page 10.)
6 Place the cannula near the nose after turning on the
SmartDose Mini+ Gas Conserver.
7 Gaseous oxygen is now ready to flow from your SmartDose
Mini+ Gas Conserver, and
with each breath you should receive
your set dose of oxygen. Adjust the cannula breathing tube
to the proper position on your nose so that you will be able to
breathe the oxygen comfortably.
8 Low Battery
• When the battery indicator lights up red with each breath,
it is time to replace the batteries.
• 2 AA batteries should last approximately 1000 hours
If the batteries are dead and you cannot replace t
hem,
switch to Continuous Flow mode by pulling the CF switch
out. Continuous Flow mode does not require batteries.
See the “Changing the Batteries” section in this manual for
more information.
9 To stop oxygen flow, push the CF switch in and the power will turn off
after 5 minutes of inactivity.
If the SmartDose Mini+ Gas Conserver is in Continuous
Flow mode, 2 LPM of oxygen will still be delivered.
The conserver must be powered off & the CF switch
pushed in to completely turn off the flow of oxygen.
Powering Down the Unit
When you are finished using the SmartDose Mini+, simply remove the
cannula tubing. After 5 minutes of inactivity, the unit will power itself
down. The unit quickly opens and closes the valves 3 times thirty
seconds before powering down to alert you that it is about to shut
dow
n. In the event that you have simply been mouth breathing,
this should alert you that the unit has not seen a breath and will be
shutting down. Close cylinder valve when not in use.
NOTE
NOTE