AirSep 20626704 User Manual
Eclipse
TM
with autoSat
®
Personal Ambulatory Oxygen System (PAOS)
TM
User Manual
User Controls & System Status Indicators
Symbol Definition Symbol Definition
Read user manual before operation. See user manual
for instructions.
No Smoking Icon: Do not smoke near unit. Flow Setting Indicator
Warnings / ALERT (Yellow) Indicator Pulse Mode Operation
ALARM (Red) Indicator Device operating normally; power button
External Power Indicator Increase Flow Setting
Power Cartridge (battery) Status Gauge Decrease Flow Setting
Power Cartridge Symbol Use no oil or grease.
FAA Approved Symbol: The U.S. Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA) has approved this device for
use on-board commercial aircraft.
A
0
Amperes No open or naked ames.
Alternating Current No serviceable parts inside. Do not open cover.
IEC Icon for DC Power (Input) Warm Surface.
Oxygen Output Do not get wet.
2
Type B Applied Part (degree of protection against
electric shock)
Recycle Symbol
This symbol is to remind the equipment owners
to return it to a recycling facility at the end of its
life, per Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
(WEEE) Directive.
Drip Proof Equipment-IPX0: The Eclipse enclosure
does not provide protection against the harmful
effects of the ingress of liquids. (IPX0, per IEC
60529)
Authorized representative in the European
Community
IPX1
Certied for both the U.S. and Canadian markets, to
the applicable U.S. and Canadian standards.
This device complies with the requirements of
Directive 93/42/EEC concerning medical devices. It
therefore bears the CE marking as shown.
Drip Proof Equipment-IPX1: The Eclipse Power
Cartridge (Battery), AC and DC Power Supplies
provide protection against the harmful effects of the
ingress of liquids. (IPX1, per IEC 60529)
Name and address of manufacturer
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Contents
User Controls & System Status Indicators ..............................................................................................2
Quick Start Guide ......................................................................................................................................4
Indications for Use ....................................................................................................................................7
Contraindications for Use ......................................................................................................................... 7
Safety Guidelines ......................................................................................................................................7
Recommended Operating Environments ................................................................................................9
Operating Instructions ............................................................................................................................ 10
First Time Eclipse Operation ................................................................................................................... 14
User Troubleshooting Table ...................................................................................................................16
Cleaning, Care & Routine Maintenance .................................................................................................19
Notes .........................................................................................................................................................21
General Airline Travel Information ........................................................................................................ 23
Power Cartridge & Airline Travel Table .................................................................................................23
Eclipse User Manual — 3
Quick Start Guide
Unpack Your Eclipse
1
Universal Cart
Eclipse
AC Power Supply
WITH NEMA POWER CORD
Getting to Know Your Eclipse
2
Review all Warnings, Cautions and additional device information
in the rest of this manual.
Become familiar with the key features of the Eclipse and the User
Control Panel.
FRONT
Control Panel
Oxygen
Outlet Port
FAA
Approval
Icon
Rating Label &
Serial Number
Location
Handle
External Power
Receptacle
Power Cord
Retainer
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DC Power Supply
Power Cartridge (battery)
Air Inlet
Filter
FAA Approval Icon
Exhaust Vent
BACK
Power Cartridge Latch
Service Port
(Not for Patient Use)
Cart
Attachment
Location
Power
Cartridge
(Battery)
The Eclipse User Control Panel displays important operating
information.
Powering on the Eclipse
3
To connect to AC power source: Insert the AC Power Supply cord
securely into the External Power Receptacle on the right side of
the device. Plug the AC power cord into a grounded AC outlet.
ON/OFF Button (Green) Indicator: This button powers
the device ON or OFF. The Green Indicator is illuminated
when the device is ON and functioning properly.
Increase or Decrease Flow Setting Buttons: Use these
buttons to set the flow to your prescribed setting.
Delivery Mode Button and Indicator: The button toggles
between Continuous Flow and Pulse Dose Mode. The
Pulse Dose Mode activates autoSAT Technology and
allows a significant increase in the operating time
while powered by the battery. When the Pulse Dose
Mode is activated, the green Pulse Dose Mode Indicator
illuminates and a pulse of oxygen is delivered with
each inspiratory effort.
ALERT (Yellow) Indicator—Low and Medium Priority
Alerts: When illuminated, this indicates a low priority
awareness condition or Caution. Continue to use your
system and refer to the Troubleshooting Table for the
proper response, or contact your Home Care Provider.
A flashing yellow indicates a medium priority alert. A
prompt response is necessary. (Typically low oxygen or
low battery.)
ALARM (Red) Indicator —High Priority Alarms: Indicates
a high priority alarm condition. An immediate response
is necessary. Refer to the Troubleshooting Table and
contact your home care provider. (Typically loss of
power, low oxygen, or malfunction.)
Flow Setting Indicator: This is the main focus on your
control panel. Your home care provider will correctly
set your prescribed flow for the Continuous Flow Mode
(LPM) and/or your Pulse Dose Mode (mL) settings. Each
time you power the device ON, the previous mode and/
or setting has been saved and will be used at start-up.
Power Cartridge (battery) Status Gauge: This indicator
displays the charge remaining in the battery. Each of
the five horizontal gray bars represents approximately
20% of the total battery charge. When the battery is
being charged, the charge indicator bars will blink in
a waterfall-type fashion. If the battery is not installed,
or if it is improperly installed, the Power Cartridge
(battery) Status Gauge will not be illuminated or will
flash on and off.
External Power Indicator: When the Eclipse is properly
plugged in and is using the AC or DC Power Supply, this
indicator will appear on the User Control Panel.
Buzzer: An audible alarm (or buzzer) alerts you to the operating condition
of the device, either a warning or failure, and confirms a valid key press.
1
STEP
When the Eclipse is plugged in properly, a green indicator on the
AC Power Supply will light and the External Power Indicator,
will appear on the user control panel.
Install the Battery: Slide the battery into the empty compartment
until it locks into position and is ush with the back of the device.
When the battery is properly installed and the Eclipse is ON, the
Power Cartridge Status Gauge will appear.
ON/OFF Button (Green) Indicator
Press and hold the “ON/OFF” button for two (2) seconds to
power ON your Eclipse. A brief audible and visual power on selftest will occur. Verify that all the indicators are illuminated and
the buzzer sounds for three (3) seconds. Press and hold the “ON/
OFF” button for two (2) seconds to power OFF your Eclipse.
STEP
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Select Flow Delivery Mode
Begin Using the Eclipse
4
Flow Mode Button and Indicator
Press the Flow Mode button to select your desired ow mode.
Pressing this button repeatedly will toggle you back and forth
between continuous ow and pulse dose modes. In Continuous
Flow Mode the oxygen is provided at a constant ow rate
between 0.5 and 3.0 LPM. In Pulse Dose Mode, oxygen is
supplied in a bolus at the beginning of each inspiration, providing
a selectable range of settings 1-9 with bolus sizes 16-192 mL.
Pulse Dose can be adjusted for sensitivity and breath bolus
delivery. Flow settings in both modes should be prescribed for
you by your physician.
Adjust Flow Setting to Prescribed Level
5
Increase or Decrease Flow Setting Button
Using the + or - buttons, adjust the setting to the prescription
supplied by your physician.
6
Air Inlet Filter
Your unit is equipped with an Air Inlet Filter (extra lter
provided). Check daily and clean once a week.
Connect the oxygen supply tubing
to the oxygen outlet and connect the
oxygen cannula per the instructions
provided with the cannula, or per the
instructions from your home care
provider.
Breathe normally through the nasal cannula.
When operating on battery power, utilizing the Pulse Dose Mode
will achieve longer duration-of-use.
Continuous Flow Mode Display
Pulse Dose Mode Display
WARNING: IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO SELECT ONLY THE PRESCRIBED LEVEL OF OXYGEN. DO NOT CHANGE THE FLOW
SELECTION UNLESS YOU HAVE BEEN DIRECTED TO DO SO
BY A LICENSED CLINICIAN. THE PORTABLE OXYGEN CONCENTRATOR
MAY BE USED DURING SLEEP UNDER THE RECOMMENDATION OF A
QUALIFIED CLINICIAN.
Universal Cart Operation
7
Align the locater holes on the bottom of the device to the tabs on
the Universal Cart. Align the large threaded screw to the insert at
the back of the Eclipse. Then hand-tighten the knob on the cart
until the Universal Cart is tightly secured to the device. Depress
the push-button on the telescoping Universal Cart handle to
adjust the height of the handle.
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Important!
Safety Instructions are defined as follows:
WARNING: IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION FOR HAZARDS THAT MIGHT CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY.
CAUTION: Important information for preventing damage to
the Eclipse.
Note: Information needing special attention.
Indications for Use
WARNING: IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO SELECT ONLY THE
PRESCRIBED LEVEL OF OXYGEN. DO NOT CHANGE THE
FLOW SELECTION UNLESS YOU HAVE BEEN DIRECTED TO DO
SO BY A LICENSED CLINICIAN. THE PORTABLE OXYGEN CONCENTRATOR MAY BE USED DURING SLEEP UNDER THE RECOMMENDATION
OF A QUALIFIED CLINICIAN.
WARNING: FEDERAL (USA) LAW RESTRICTS THIS DEVICE TO SALE OR
RENTAL BY ORDER OF A PHYSICIAN OR OTHER LICENSED HEALTH
CARE PROVIDER.
WARNING: THIS UNIT IS NOT TO BE USED FOR LIFE SUPPORT. GERIATRIC, PEDIATRIC, OR ANY OTHER PATIENT UNABLE TO COMMUNICATE
DISCOMFORT WHILE USING THIS DEVICE MAY REQUIRE ADDITIONAL
MONITORING. PATIENTS WITH HEARING AND/OR SIGHT IMPAIRMENT(S) MAY NEED ASSISTANCE WITH MONITORING ALARMS.
Contraindications for Use
WARNING: IN CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES, THE USE OF
NON-PRESCRIBED OXYGEN CAN BE HAZARDOUS. THIS
DEVICE SHOULD ONLY BE USED WHEN PRESCRIBED BY A
PHYSICIAN.
WARNING: NOT FOR USE IN THE PRESENCE OF FLAMMABLE ANESTHETICS.
WARNING: AS WITH ANY ELECTRICALLY POWERED DEVICE, THE
USER MAY EXPERIENCE PERIODS OF NON-OPERATION AS A RESULT
OF ELECTRICAL POWER INTERRUPTION, OR THE NEED TO HAVE THE
ECLIPSE SERVICED BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN. THE ECLIPSE IS NOT
APPROPRIATE FOR ANY PATIENT WHO WOULD EXPERIENCE ADVERSE
HEALTH CONSEQUENCES AS THE RESULT OF SUCH TEMPORARY
INTERRUPTION.
Safety Guidelines
WARNING: NO MODIFICATION OF THIS EQUIPMENT IS
PERMITTED
WARNING: THE MANUFACTURER 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.
WARNING: THIS DEVICE SUPPLIES HIGH-CONCENTRATION OXYGEN
THAT PROMOTES RAPID BURNING. DO NOT ALLOW SMOKING OR
OPEN FLAMES WITHIN THE SAME ROOM OF (1) THIS DEVICE, OR (2)
ANY OXYGEN-CARRYING ACCESSORY. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THIS
WARNING CAN RESULT IN SEVERE FIRE, PROPERTY DAMAGE, AND/OR
CAUSE PHYSICAL INJURY OR DEATH.
WARNING: DO NOT OPERATE UNIT IN A RESTRICTED OR CONFINED
SPACE (I.E., A SMALL CASE OR HANDBAG) WHERE VENTILATION CAN
BE LIMITED. THIS CAN CAUSE THE OXYGEN CONCENTRATOR TO OVERHEAT AND IMPAIR PERFORMANCE.
WARNING: THE CONCENTRATOR SHOULD BE LOCATED AS TO AVOID
SMOKE, POLLUTANTS OR FUMES.
WARNING: THE USE OF SOME OXYGEN ADMINISTRATING ACCESSORIES NOT SPECIFIED FOR THIS OXYGEN CONCENTRATOR MAY IMPAIR
ITS PERFORMANCE. RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ARE REFERENCED
WITHIN THIS MANUAL.
WARNING: IF THE OXYGEN CONCENTRATOR HAS BEEN DROPPED,
DAMAGED OR EXPOSED TO WATER PLEASE CONTACT YOUR HOME
CARE PROVIDER FOR INSPECTION OR POSSIBLE REPAIR OF THE
DEVICE. DO NOT USE THE OXYGEN CONCENTRATOR IF IT HAS A DAMAGED POWER CORD OR PLUG.
WARNING: PROPERLY SECURED, BELT OR OTHERWISE RESTRAIN THE
OXYGEN CONCENTRATOR WHEN IN A VEHICLE DURING TRANSPORT
TO PREVENT DAMAGE OR INJURY.
WARNING: DO NOT ALLOW EITHER THE AIR INTAKE OR THE AIR
OUTLET VENTS TO BECOME BLOCKED. DO NOT DROP OR INSERT ANY
OBJECTS INTO ANY OPENINGS ON THE DEVICE. THIS CAN CAUSE THE
OXYGEN CONCENTRATOR TO OVERHEAT AND IMPAIR PERFORMANCE.
WARNING: DO NOT OVERFILL THE OPTIONAL HUMIDIFIER. FILL THE
OPTIONAL HUMIDIFIER WITH WATER ONLY TO THE LEVEL SHOWN BY
THE MANUFACTURER OF THE HUMIDIFIER.
WARNING: DO NOT OPERATE THE ECLIPSE AND AMBULATE WHILE A
HUMIDIFIER IS ATTACHED. REMOVE THE HUMIDIFIER BOTTLE BEFORE
WALKING. DO NOT LAY THE ECLIPSE DOWN WHILE ATTACHED TO A
HUMIDIFIER BOTTLE.
WARNING: THE US DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT) AND
UNITED NATIONS (UN) REGULATIONS REQUIRE THE REMOVAL OF THE
BATTERY FROM THE DEVICE FOR ALL INTERNATIONAL AIRLINE TRAVEL WHEN THE OXYGEN CONCENTRATOR IS CHECKED AS LUGGAGE.
WHEN SHIPPING THE OXYGEN CONCENTRATOR, THE BATTERY MUST
ALSO BE REMOVED FROM THE DEVICE AND PACKAGED PROPERLY.
WARNING: 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.
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WARNING: IF YOU FEEL DISCOMFORT OR ARE EXPERIENCING A MEDICAL EMERGENCY, SEEK MEDICAL ASSISTANCE
IMMEDIATELY.
WARNING: OPERATING THE OXYGEN CONCENTRATOR OUTSIDE OF
THE OPERATIONAL TEMPERATURE SPECIFICATIONS CAN LIMIT THE
CONCENTRATOR’S ABILITY TO MEET OXYGEN CONCENTRATION SPECIFICATION. REFER TO THE SPECIFICATION SECTION OF THIS MANUAL
FOR TEMPERATURE LIMITS.
WARNING: USE NO OIL, GREASE, OR PETROLEUM-BASED OR OTHER
FLAMMABLE PRODUCTS WITH THE OXYGEN-CARRYING ACCESSORIES
OR THE OXYGEN CONCENTRATOR. ONLY WATER BASED, OXYGEN
COMPATIBLE LOTIONS OR SALVES SHOULD BE USED. OXYGEN ACCELERATES THE COMBUSTION OF FLAMMABLE SUBSTANCES.
WARNING: THE INCORRECT USE OF THE BATTERY CAN CAUSE THE
BATTERY TO GET HOT, IGNITE, AND MAY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY. BE
SURE NOT TO PIERCE, STRIKE, STEP ON, DROP THE BATTERY, OR OTHERWISE SUBJECT THE BATTERY TO STRONG IMPACTS OR SHOCKS. THE
USE OF A DAMAGED BATTERY MAY CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY.
WARNING: WHILE USING THE PORTABLE OXYGEN CONCENTRATOR
OUTDOORS WITH THE AC POWER SUPPLY, CONNECT THE POWER SUPPLY INTO A GROUND FAULT INTERRUPTED (GFI) OUTLET ONLY.
WARNING: THE OXYGEN CONCENTRATOR SHOULD NOT BE USED AD-
JACENT TO OR STACKED WITH OTHER EQUIPMENT. IF ADJACENT OR
STACKED USE IS UNAVOIDABLE, THE DEVICE SHOULD BE OBSERVED
TO VERIFY NORMAL OPERATION.
CAUTION: In the event of an alarm or you observe the
Oxygen Concentrator is not working properly; consult
the Troubleshooting section in this manual. If you cannot
resolve the problem, consult your Equipment Provider.
CAUTION: To prevent a void warranty, follow all manufacturers’
instructions.
WARNING: DO NOT ATTEMPT ANY MAINTENANCE OTHER
THAN THE POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS LISTED WITHIN THIS
MANUAL. DO NOT REMOVE COVERS, ONLY YOUR EQUIPMENT PROVIDER OR A QUALIFIED SERVICE TECHNICIAN SHOULD
REMOVE THE COVERS OR SERVICE THIS DEVICE.
WARNING: ONLY ACCESSORIES RECOMMENDED BY THE MANUFACTURER. USE OF ANY OTHER MAY BE HAZARDOUS, CAUSE SERIOUS
DAMAGE TO YOUR OXYGEN CONCENTRATOR AND WILL VOID THE
WARRANTY .
WARNING: THE MANUFACTURER 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.
WARNING: DO NOT ALLOW EITHER THE AIR INTAKE OR THE AIR
OUTLET VENTS TO BECOME BLOCKED. DO NOT DROP OR INSERT ANY
OBJECTS INTO ANY OPENINGS ON THE DEVICE. THIS CAN CAUSE THE
OXYGEN CONCENTRATOR TO OVERHEAT AND IMPAIR PERFORMANCE.
WARNING: SMOKING WHILE USING OXYGEN IS THE NUMBER ONE CAUSE OF FIRE INJURIES AND RELATED DEATHS.
YOU MUST FOLLOW THESE SAFETY WARNINGS:
WARNING: DO NOT ALLOW SMOKING, CANDLES, OR OPEN FLAMES
IN THE SAME ROOM WITH THE DEVICE OR THE OXYGEN-CARRYING
ACCESSORIES.
WARNING: SMOKING WHILE WEARING AN OXYGEN CANNULA MAY
CAUSE FACIAL BURNS AND POSSIBLY DEATH.
WARNING: IF YOU SMOKE, THESE 3 STEPS MAY SAVE YOUR LIFE:
TURN OFF THE OXYGEN CONCENTRATOR, TAKE OFF THE CANNULA,
AND LEAVE THE ROOM WHERE THIS DEVICE IS LOCATED.
WARNING: “NO SMOKING – OXYGEN IN USE” SIGNS MUST BE
PROMINENTLY DISPLAYED IN THE HOME, OR WHERE OXYGEN IS IN
USE. PATIENTS AND THEIR CAREGIVERS MUST BE INFORMED ABOUT
THE DANGERS OF SMOKING IN THE PRESENCE OF, OR WHILE USING,
MEDICAL OXYGEN.
WARNING: DO NOT USE YOUR OXYGEN CONCENTRATOR IN THE
PRESENCE OF FLAMMABLE GASES. THIS CAN RESULT IN RAPID
BURNING CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE, BODILY INJURIES OR
DEATH.
WARNING: REMOVING THE CANNULA AND PUTTING IT ON CLOTHING, BEDDING, SOFAS, OR OTHER CUSHION MATERIAL WILL CAUSE
A FLASH FIRE WHEN EXPOSED TO A CIGARETTE, HEAT SOURCE, OR
FLAME.
WARNING: DO NOT LEAVE A NASAL CANNULA ON OR UNDER CLOTHING, 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 OXYGEN CONCENTRATOR IS NOT IN USE.
CAUTION: Always disconnect AC power supply from the
wall before disconnection the AC power supply from the
oxygen concentrator.
CAUTION: Always place oxygen supply tubing and power cords in a
manner that prevents a trip hazard.
CAUTION: When using the Oxygen Concentrator in an automobile,
boat, or on other DC sources with the DC power supply, make sure
that the vehicle is started and running before connecting the Oxygen Concentrator. If the DC power supply does not illuminate and
requires resetting, disconnect the DC power supply from the DC outlet, restart your vehicle, and then reconnect your DC power supply
into the DC outlet. Failure to follow these instructions can result in
the power supply not supplying power to the Oxygen Concentrator.
CAUTION: When the automobile in which you are using the Oxygen
Concentrator unit is turned off, disconnect and remove the device
from the automobile. Do not store the Oxygen Concentrator in a
very hot or cold automobile or in other similar, high-or low-temperature environments.
Note: Portable and mobile RF communications equipment can effect
medical electrical equipment.
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