Airsep Visionaire 2, Visionaire 3 User Manual

VisionAire

and

VisionAire™3

Oxygen Concentrator
Patient Manual

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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 EQUIPMEN; OTHER INJURY
OR DAMAGE COULD OCCUR.

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 can cause facial
burns and possibly result in death.

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

If you smoke, you must always follow these 3 important
steps first: 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 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.

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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Table of Contents:
Important Safety Rules Page 1-4

Section 1 Introduction Page 6

Why Your Physician Prescribed Oxygen Page 6
What is an Oxygen Concentrator? Page 6
Operator Profile Page 7

Section 2 Concentrator Components Page 8

2.1 Front of Concentrator Page 8-9

2.2 Back of Concentrator Page 10

2.3 Humidifier Bottle Page 11

2.4 Accessories Page 11

2.5 Materials in direct or indirect

contact with the patient Page 12

2.6 Safety Features Page 12

Section 3 How to Operate Your Oxygen Concentrator Page 13

3.1 Humidifier Bottle Connection Page 13

3.2 Cannula Connection Page 13

3.3 Starting the Concentrator Page 13

3.4 Turning the Concentrator Off Page 14

Section 4 Care and Cleaning Page 15

4.1 Humidifier Bottle Page 15

4.2 Outside Cabinet Page 15

Section 5 Troubleshooting Page 16-17

Section 6 Product Specifications Page 18-21

Section 7 Symbols/Abbreviations Page 22

Section 8 Conformity with EN 60-601 (§§ 6.8.2 b): Page 24

Classification

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de matériel.
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Important Safety Rules

Carefully review and familiarize yourself with the following important safety information
about the VisionAire™ 2 and VisionAire™ 3 Oxygen Concentrator.

“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.

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.

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.

Do not leave a nasal cannula on 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.

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.

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 impairments may
need assistance with monitoring the alarms.

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

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Electrical shock hazard. Turn Off the unit and 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.

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

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 oil-based

products (Pine-Sol®, Lestoil®). These are NOT to be used to clean the plastic

housing on the Oxygen Concentrator, 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 (not wet) or sponge, and then wipe all

surfaces dry. Do not allow any liquid to get inside the device.

The Oxygen Concentrator 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.

No modification of this equipment is permitted.

Use of cables and adapters other than those specified, with the exception of
cables and adapters sold by the manufacturer of the medical electrical
equipment as replacement parts for internal components, may result in
increased emissions of decreased immunity of the Oxygen Concentrator.

Use only electrical voltage as specified on the specification label affixed to the
device.

Do not use extension cords with this unit or connect too many plugs into the
same electrical outlet. The use of extension cords could adversely affect the
performance of the device. Too many plugs into 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.

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Cet appareil produit de l’oxygène à concentration élevée, favorisant une
combustion rapide. Ne pas permettre de fumer ou des flammes nues dans la

même chambre: (1) cet appareil ou (2) tout accessoire contenant de

l’oxygène. Ne pas utiliser de produits à base d’huile, de graisse ou de pétrole
sur ou à proximité de l’unité. Déconnecter le cordon d’alimentation de la prise
électrique avant de nettoyer ou de faire l’entretien de l’unité.

Risque de choc électrique. Ne pas enlever les couvercles lorsque l’unité est
branchée. Seuls votre fournisseur d’équipement ou un technicien de service
qualifié devrait enlever les couvercles ou faire l’entretien de l’unité.

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

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

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

Ensure concentrator is operated in an upright position.

Always place oxygen supply tubing and power cords in a manner that prevents
a trip hazard.

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 unless the unit is plugged into a
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protected outlet.

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.

Do not allow either the air intake or the air outlet vents to be blocked. DO NOT
drop or insert any object into any openings on the device. This can cause the
Oxygen Concentrator to overheat and impair performance.

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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.

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

Operating or storing the Oxygen Concentrator outside of its normal operating
temperature range can impair the performance of the unit. Refer to the
specification section of this manual for storage and operating temperature
limits.

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

If the audio alarm is weak or does not sound at all, consult your Equipment
Provider immediately.

For units equipped with the oxygen monitor option - Contact your Equipment
Provider immediately if the amber OXYGEN MONITOR light remains on for
more than 15 minutes and/or the audio alarm activates.

If the humidifier bottle tubing is not properly connected to the humidifier bottle
fitting or to the oxygen outlet, an oxygen leak can occur.

Cannula must be non-kinking, which can be used for a total length of
25 ft. (7.6 m) max.

Ensure the cannula is fully inserted and secure. You should hear or feel
oxygen flow to the prongs of the nasal cannula. 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 the troubleshooting section
of this manual.

Always follow the cannula manufacturer’s instructions for proper use. Replace
the disposable cannula as recommended by the cannula manufacturer or your
Equipment Provider. Additional supplies are available from your Equipment
Provider.

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The use of some oxygen administration accessories not specified for use with
this oxygen concentrator may impair its performance. Recommended
accessories are referenced within this manual.

To Equipment Provider: The following oxygen administration accessories

are recommended for use with the Oxygen Concentrator

• Humidifier Bottle: Part No. HU003-1

• Nasal Cannula with 7 feet (2.1 m) of tubing: Part No. CU002-1

The Manufacturer does not recommend the sterilization of this equipment.

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

For units equipped with the oxygen monitor option - When you turn the unit on,
it’s normal for the amber OXYGEN MONITOR light to turn on and remain on
for up to five minutes.

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. The Manufacturer is not responsible for flooring that becomes
discolored.

To prevent a void warranty, follow all manufacturers’ instructions.

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

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

There is never a danger of depleting the oxygen in a room when you use your
Oxygen Concentrator unit.

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1.0 Introduction

This Patient Manual will acquaint you with AirSep’s VisionAire 2 and VisionAire 3
Oxygen Concentrators. 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 2 or VisionAire 3 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 2 or VisionAire 3 unit.

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