AirSep MN136-1 H User Manual

VisionAire

Oxygen Concentrator

Patient Manual

™

AirSep Corporation • 401 Creekside Drive • Buffalo, New York 14228-2085 USA

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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, injury, and death. You must follow these safety
warnings:

Do not allow smoking, candles, or open flames within the same room
of the device or the oxygen-carrying accessories.

Smoking while wearing an oxygen cannula may result in facial burns
and possibly death.

Removing the cannula and placing it on surfaces such as bedding,
sofas, or other cushion material will cause a flash fire when exposed
to a cigarette, heat source, or flame.

If you smoke, you must follow these 3 life-saving steps: turn off the
oxygen concentrator, take off the cannula, and leave the room
where this device is located.

“No Smoking – Oxygen in Use” signs must be prominently displayed
in the home, or where the oxygen concentrator is in use. Patients and
their caregivers must be informed about the dangers of smoking in
the presence of, or while using, medical oxygen.

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Important Safety Rules Page 1-4

Section 1 Introduction Page 5

Why Your Physician Prescribed Oxygen Page 5
What is an Oxygen Concentrator? Page 5
Operator Profile Page 6

Section 2 Concentrator Components Page 7

2.1 Front of Concentrator Page 7-8

2.2 Back of Concentrator Page 9

2.3 Humidifier Bottle Page 10

2.4 Accessories Page 10

2.5 Materials in direct or indirect

contact with the patient Page 11

2.6 Safety Features Page 11

Section 3 How to Operate Your Oxygen Concentrator Page 12

3.1 Humidifier Bottle Connection Page 12

3.2 Cannula Connection Page 12

3.3 Starting the Concentrator Page 12

3.4 Turning the Concentrator Off Page 13

Section 4 Care and Cleaning Page 14

4.1 Humidifier Bottle Page 14

4.2 Outside Cabinet Page 14

Section 5 Troubleshooting Page 15-16

Section 6 Product Specifications Page 17-20

Section 7 Symbols/Abbreviations Page 21

Section 8 Conformity with EN 60-601 (§§ 6.8.2 b): Page 23

Classification

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Important Safety Rules

Carefully review and familiarize yourself with the following important safety information
about the VisionAire™ Oxygen Concentrator.

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.

This unit is not to be used for life-support. 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.

If you feel discomfort or are experiencing a medical emergency, seek
medical assistance immediately.

Use no oil, grease, or petroleum-based or other flammable products on or
near nasal end of cannula or on the unit. Oxygen accelerates the combustion
of flammable substances.

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. Set the I/0 power switch to the 0 (off) position when the
VisionAire unit is not in use.

Do not use extension cords with this unit or connect too many plugs into the
same electrical outlet. This can result in an overload to the electrical panel
causing the breaker/fuse to activate.

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Use only voltage specified on back panel label.

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.

Care should be taken to prevent unit from getting wet or allowing water to
enter the unit. This can cause the unit to malfunction or shut down, and
cause an increased risk for electrical shock or burns.

Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet before you clean the
unit to prevent accidental electrical shock hazards. Only your Equipment

Provider or a qualified service technician should remove the covers or
service the unit.

Do not use liquid directly on the unit. A list of undesirable chemical agents
includes but is not limited to the following: alcohol and alcohol-based
products, concentrated chlorine-based products (ethylene chloride), and oil­based products (Pine-Sol®, Lestoil®). These are NOT to be used to clean
the plastic housing on the unit , as they can damage the unit’s plastic.

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 liquid to get inside the device.

No modification of this equipment is allowed.

The unit should not be used adjacent to or stacked with other equipment. If
adjacent or stacked use is unavoidable, the device should be observed to
verify normal operation.

Federal (USA) law restricts this device to sale or rental by order of a
physician or other licensed health care provider.

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bottle fitting or to the oxygen outlet, an oxygen leak can occur.

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.

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.

Ensure concentrator is operated in an upright position.

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. Do not operate the unit outdoors.

Do not operate this unit in a restricted or confined space where ventilation
can be limited. This can cause the device to overheat and affect
performance.

In the event of an alarm or you observe the unit is not working properly;
consult the troubleshooting section of this manual. If you cannot resolve the
problem, consult your Equipment Provider.

The Oxygen Concentrator may be used during sleep under the
recommendation of a qualified clinician.

If the humidifier bottle tubing is not properly connected to the humidifier

Storing the device outside of its temperature specifications may affect
performance (refer to the specification section of the manual).

Do not position the unit so that it is difficult to access the power cord.

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“No Smoking

- Oxygen in Use”

The concentrator should be located as to avoid pollutants or fumes.

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 Section 5.0. Troubleshooting.

To prevent a voided AirSep warranty, follow all manufacturers’
instructions.

Replace the disposable cannula periodically following normal usage
according to your Equipment Providers recommendations.

AirSep does not recommend the sterilization of this equipment.

Do not attempt any maintenance other than the possible solutions listed
below.

If the unit has not been used for an extended time period, it needs to operate
for several minutes before power failure alarm can become activated.

Portable and mobile RF communications equipment can affect medical
electrical equipment.

The concentrator releases warm air out the bottom of the unit which can
permanently discolor temperature sensitive flooring surfaces such as vinyl.
The concentrator should not be used over flooring that is sensitive to heat
staining. AirSep is not responsible for flooring that becomes discolored.

signs must be prominently displayed in the
home or where the oxygen concentrator is in use. Patients and their
caregivers must be informed about the dangers of smoking in the presence
of, or while using, medical oxygen.

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1.0 Introduction

This Patient Manual will acquaint you with AirSep’s VisionAire Oxygen Concentrator.
Make sure you read and understand all of the information contained in this guide before
operating your concentrator. Should you have any questions, your Equipment Provider
will be happy to answer them for you.

Why Your Physician Prescribed Oxygen

Many people today suffer from a variety of heart, lung, and other respiratory diseases. A
significant number of these patients can benefit from supplemental oxygen therapy for
respiratory care 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. Your physician has prescribed supplemental oxygen
therapy because your body is not able to get enough oxygen from room air. Oxygen is a
non-addictive drug, and your physician prescribed a flow sufficient to improve your
condition.

Please keep in mind that unauthorized oxygen therapy can be dangerous. You must seek
medical advice before you use this unit. The Equipment Provider who supplies your
oxygen equipment will demonstrate how to set the prescribed flow rate.

What is an Oxygen Concentrator?

Oxygen concentrators were introduced in the mid-1970s and have become the most
convenient, reliable source of supplemental oxygen available today. Without an oxygen
concentrator, the average patient would require a delivery of 12 bottles/cylinders of
oxygen each month. Your oxygen concentrator produces all the oxygen you need, with
no deliveries required.

The air we breathe contains approximately 21% oxygen, 78% nitrogen, and 1% other
gases. In the VisionAire unit, room air passes through a regenerative adsorbent material
called molecular sieve. This material separates the oxygen from the nitrogen and other
gases. The result is a constant supply of high concentration supplemental oxygen that is
delivered to the patient.

Note: There is never a danger of depleting the oxygen in a room when you use your
VisionAire unit.

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Operator Profile:

AirSep’s Stationary Concentrators are intended to supply supplemental Oxygen to users
suffering from discomfort due to ailments which affect the efficiency of ones lungs to
transfer the oxygen in air to their bloodstream. Users can benefit from supplemental
oxygen therapy for respiratory care at home, in the hospital, or at a medical facility.
Oxygen Concentrator use requires a physician’s prescription, and are not intended for life
support use.

Although oxygen therapy can be prescribed for patients of all ages, the typical oxygen
therapy patient is older than 65 years of age and suffers from chronic obstructive
pulmonary disease (COPD). Patients typically have good cognitive abilities and must be
able to communicate discomfort. If the user is unable to communicate discomfort, or
unable to read and understand the concentrator labeling and instructions for use, then use
is recommended only under the supervision of one who can. If any discomfort is felt
while using the concentrator, patients are advised to contact their healthcare provider.
Patients are also advised to have back-up oxygen available (i.e. cylinder oxygen) in the
event of a power outage or concentrator failure. There are no other unique skills or user
abilities required for concentrator use.

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