OPERATOR'S MANUAL INVACARE® FREEWAY® FREEDOM AEROSOL COMPRESSOR MODEL IRC1175 DEALER: THIS MANUAL MUST BE GIVEN TO THE END USER. USER: BEFORE USING THIS COMPRESSOR, READ THIS MANUAL AND SAVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
SPECIAL NOTES SPECIAL NOTES DANGER/WARNING/CAUTION notices as used in this manual apply to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in personal injury or property damage. NOTICE THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. THIS AEROSOL COMPRESSOR IS INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD USE. WARNING DO NOT install, maintain or operate this equipment without first reading and understanding this manual.
TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS SPECIAL NOTES ..................................................................... 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS ......................................................... 3 SAFETY SUMMARY ................................................................ 4 FEATURES ............................................................................... 6 SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................... 7 INTRODUCTION ........................................
SAFETY SUMMARY SAFETY SUMMARY CAUTION "Caution: Federal law restricts this device to sale or rental by or on order of a physician, or any other practitioner licensed by the law of the state in which he practices to use or order the use of this device." Risk of electric shock. DO NOT disassemble. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION BEFORE OPERATING THIS PRODUCT.
SAFETY SUMMARY WARNING DO NOT operate unit longer than twenty (20) minutes CONTINUOUSLY. Allow forty (40) minutes for the unit to cool before operating again. Use this product only for its intended use as described in this manual. Use this product ONLY under a physician's direction. DO NOT use attachments NOT recommended by the manufacturer.
FEATURES FEATURES Child Mask Mouthpiece Coiled Duratube Sidestream Nebulizer Adult Mask NOTE: There is a medication pocket and an identification tag on the inside flap of the carrying case. Your nebulizer, mask or mouthpiece may be stored in the storage compartment.
SPECIFICATIONS MODEL IRC1175 SPECIFICATIONS Electrical Requirements: 90-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz, or 12 -14 VDC Ambient Temperature Range: 10 C - 40 C (50 F - 104 F) Power Wattage: 24 Watts, @ 11 ± 1 PSI Thermal Protector: Internal Solid State - Auto Resettable Safety Systems: Class II - Double Insulated o o o o NOTE: Operating at extreme temperatures may increase treatment times.
INTRODUCTION/TRAVELING INFORMATION INTRODUCTION Freeway Freedom is different than other aerosol compressors because it is smaller, lighter and quieter. It has the added benefit of having batteries for complete portability. 1. Carefully unpack your Freeway Freedom. Keep the box as this may be required when returning it for servicing. 2. The battery pack will need to be charged before use. Refer to INITIAL BATTERY CHARGING in the OPERATION section of this manual. 3.
THE FREEWAY FREEDOM BATTERY PACK THE FREEWAY FREEDOM BATTERY PACK The Freeway Freedom battery pack contains nickel metal hydride (NiMH) cells. Refer to PROLONGING THE LIFE OF THE BATTERY in the MAINTENANCE section of this manual. A second battery pack may be purchased for emergency purposes or if extra power is required for more treatments (e.g. on a long airplane flight) between charges. INSTALLING THE FREEWAY FREEDOM BATTERY PACK (FIGURE 1) 1.
THE FREEWAY FREEDOM BATTERY PACK INITIAL BATTERY CHARGING To maximize the capacity and life of the Freeway Freedom rechargeable batteries, FULLY charge them for 16 hours before initial use. 1. FULLY discharge the batteries by running the unit 20 minutes ON ( I ) then 40 minutes OFF ( O ) until the unit no longer runs. Repeat cycle two (2) to three (3) times. 2. Next FULLY charge the batteries for 16 hours. Now the unit is ready for regular use with the batteries.
OPERATION OPERATION EXPLANATION OF POWER INDICATOR LIGHTS POWER INDICATOR LIGHTS GREEN ON Operating Light YELLOW Low Power Light GREEN Charging Indicator Light POWER SUPPLY OPTIONS Freeway Freedom may be operated from three (3) different sources: 1. The wall outlet, using the Freeway Freedom AC/DC power pack. 2. Freeway Freedom battery pack. 3. A 12 volt DC source (such as a car or boat).
OPERATION OPERATION FROM THE WALL OUTLET The Freeway Freedom power pack is required for running the Freeway Freedom from AC wall outlets and to recharge the batteries when not in use. Your AC/DC power pack and cord are designed to operate from U.S. and North American outlet voltages and plug configurations (90 - 240 VAC, 50 - 60Hz). By purchasing travel plug adaptors, the Freeway Freedom can be utilized around the world. 1. Ensure that the ON/OFF switch is in the OFF (O) position. 2.
OPERATION CAUTION If the unit does NOT operate, IMMEDIATELY disconnect the power supply from the DC inlet and check for correct polarity (Refer to SPECIFICATIONS in this manual). NOTE: Battery alligator clips can be purchased from an electronics retail supply company. These connect the cigarette lighter plug of the DC lead directly to a 12 volt DC battery instead of using a cigarette lighter. 1. Ensure that the ON/OFF switch is in the OFF ( O ) position. 2. Plug the 12 volt DC lead into the DC inlet. 3.
OPERATION 3. Connect the long hose end of the coiled duratube to the inlet on the bottom of the Sidestream nebulizer. 4. Connect either the mouthpiece (supplied) or face mask (supplied) to the Sidestream nebulizer. NOTE: Freeway Freedom is designed to nebulize 2.5 - 5cc of medication, 3 to 4 times each day.
OPERATION TAKING THE TREATMENT CAUTION DO NOT use the Freeway Freedom for more than 20 minutes continuously in any one (1) hour. Allow a minimum of 40 minutes rest/cooling time. DO NOT operate the unit in temperatures above 104°F (40°C) or below 50°F (10°C), or place near heat sources such as radiators or fires. WARNING DO NOT run the Freeway Freedom without an air filter as it may cause permanent damage to the compressor. 1.
OPERATION AFTER THE TREATMENT (FIGURE 3) 1. Disconnect the Sidestream nebulizer from the coiled duratube by gently twisting the tubing. 2. Rinse out the Sidestream nebulizer and refill with a little clean water. 3. Reconnect the coiled duratube to the Sidestream nebulizer and run the Freeway Freedom again for a few seconds in order to flush out any of the medication that has become trapped in the nebulizer jets. 4.
OPERATION/MAINTENANCE Mouthpiece Top Center Baffle Sidestream Nebulizer Jet Holes Base FIGURE 3 - AFTER THE TREATMENT MAINTENANCE PROLONGING THE LIFE OF YOUR BATTERY The Freeway Freedoms battery is fully sealed and requires no maintenance. It should last for approximately 2000 treatments with normal use, but may last even longer if you follow these rules: 1. Fully discharge the battery at least once a month and fully charge again.
MAINTENANCE NOTE: If you are not using the Freeway Freedom for periods longer than one (1) month, remove the battery pack from the device and store separately. The battery pack will slowly lose charge and, dependant upon storage temperature, will be fully discharged after 2-3 months of storage. Once fully discharged the batteries will need to be fully charged (i.e. for 16 hours) and discharged several times to regain full capacity.
MAINTENANCE Your Freeway Freedom, battery pack and power pack can be cleaned by wiping with a damp cloth. The carrying case can be machine washed (40oC). Tumble dry at low temperature settings. CLEANING THE SIDESTREAM NEBULIZER NOTE: Refer to AFTER THE TREATMENT in the OPERATING section of this manual for regular use cleaning instructions. Initially and once each week your Sidestream nebulizer should be boiled in water with two (2) drops of dish washing liquid for 5 to 10 minutes.
MAINTENANCE FUSE REPLACEMENT The 12 volt DC lead (cigarette lighter lead) is fitted with a T3 amp fuse. This is located in the cigarette lighter plug and is removed by unscrewing the end of the cigarette lighter plug body. Replacement fuses can be purchased at your local electronics store. NOTE: The Freeway Freedom battery pack and power pack are internally fused and cannot be serviced. If you suspect a fault, contact your local Invacare Dealer for service.
TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS Unit does not run from battery. 1. Assure battery is installed properly. 2. Remove Protective film (tape). 3. Check all leads are removed from DC inlet. 4. Charge battery for 16 hours. Unit does not charge and GREEN Charging indicator is NOT illuminated. 1. Confirm power pack is plugged into live wall outlet. 2. Have Freeway Freedom serviced by your Dealer. Unit does not run from DC inlet. 1. Check fuse in DC cigarette lighter lead. 2.
LIMITED WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY PLEASE NOTE: THE WARRANTY BELOW HAS BEEN DRAFTED TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL LAW APPLICABLE TO PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED AFTER JULY 4, 1975. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser/user of our products. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state to state.
LIMITED WARRANTY LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS: THE FOREGOING WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY TO SERIAL NUMBERED PRODUCTS IF THE SERIAL NUMBER HAS BEEN REMOVED OR DEFACED, PRODUCTS SUBJECTED TO NEGLIGENCE, ACCIDENT, IMPROPER OPERATION, MAINTENANCE OR STORAGE, PRODUCTS MODIFIED WITHOUT INVACARE'S EXPRESS WRITTEN CONSENT (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, MODIFICATION THROUGH THE USE OF UNAUTHORIZED PARTS OR ATTACHMENTS; PRODUCTS DAMAGED BY REASON OF REPAIRS MADE TO ANY COMPONENT WITHOUT THE SPECIFIC CONSENT OF INVACARE,
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