Invacare Freeway Freedom IRC1175 Operator's Manual
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INVACARE® FREEWAY® FREEDOMINVACARE® FREEWAY® FREEDOM
INVACARE® FREEWAY® FREEDOMINVACARE® FREEWAY® FREEDOM
INVACARE® FREEWAY® FREEDOM
AEROSOL COMPRESSOR
MODEL IRC1175
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
DEALER: THIS MANUAL MUST BE
GIVEN TO THE END USER.
USER: BEFORE USING THIS
COMPRESSOR, READ THIS
MANUAL AND SAVE FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE.
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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. If you
are unable to understand the DANGERS / WARNINGS /
CAUTIONS and INSTRUCTIONS, contact a healthcare
professional, dealer or technical personnel before
attempting to use this equipment - otherwise injury or
damage may result.
SPECIAL NOTES
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SPECIAL NOTES ..................................................................... 2
TABLE OF CONTENTS ......................................................... 3
SAFETY SUMMARY ................................................................ 4
FEATURES ............................................................................... 6
SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................... 7
INTRODUCTION .................................................................... 8
TRAVELING INFORMATION ............................................... 8
THE FREEWAY FREEDOM BATTERY PACK .................... 9
Installing the Freeway Freedom Battery Pack .................................... 9
Initial Battery Charging........................................................................... 10
Normal Battery Charging Procedures ............................................... 10
OPERATION .......................................................................... 11
Explanation of Power Indicator Lights ...............................................11
Power Supply Options ........................................................................... 11
Operation from the Wall Outlet ........................................................12
Operating from the Freeway Freedom Battery Pack.....................12
Operating from a Car or a Boat .......................................................... 12
Preparing for Treatment ........................................................................ 13
Taking the Treatment ............................................................................. 15
After the Treatment ...............................................................................16
MAINTENANCE .................................................................... 17
Prolonging the Life of your Battery ....................................................17
Cleaning the Freeway Freedom ...........................................................18
Cleaning the Sidestream Nebulizer.....................................................19
Replacing the Air Filter .......................................................................... 19
Fuse Replacement.................................................................................... 20
Servicing ..................................................................................................... 20
Accessories and Spare Parts .................................................................20
TROUBLESHOOTING ......................................................... 21
LIMITED WARRANTY ......................................................... 22
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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.
When using electrical products, especially when children
are present, basic safety precautions should always be
followed, including the following:
DANGER
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTROCUTION:
Always unplug this product IMMEDIATELY after using.
DO NOT use while bathing.
DO NOT place or store product where it can fall or be
pulled into a tub or sink.
DO NOT reach for product that has fallen into water.
UNPLUG IMMEDIATELY.
DO NOT place in or drop into water or liquid.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF BURNS, ELECTROCUTION,
FIRE OR INJURY TO PERSONS:
Close supervision is necessary when this product is used
by, on or near CHILDREN OR PHYSICALLY
CHALLENGED INDIVIDUALS.
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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.
NEVER operate this aerosol compressor if it has a damaged
cord or plug, if it is NOT working properly, if it has been
dropped or damaged, or dropped into water; call a qualified
technician for examination and repair.
Keep the cord away from HEATED or HOT surfaces.
NEVER drop or insert any object into any opening.
NEVER use while sleeping or drowsy.
DO NOT operate where aerosol (spray) products are
being used or where oxygen is being administered in a
closed environment such as an oxygen tent.
This unit is oil-less. DO NOT lubricate.
DO NOT operate in the rain or other wet environments.
SAFETY SUMMARY
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NOTE: The 12 volt DC lead, AC/DC power pack and power cord may be stored in
the detachable accessory bag.
Child Mask
Adult Mask
Sidestream
Nebulizer
Coiled
Duratube
Mouthpiece
FEATURES
FEATURES
Power Indicator
Lights
On/Off
Switch
Air Filter
Cover
12V - DC Input
Plug
Storage
Compartment
Nebulizer
Holder Tab
Battery Pack
(Installed)
12 volt DC lead
AC/DC
Power Pack
Power Cord
Detachable
Accessory Bag
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.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Electrical Requirements: 90-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz, or
12 -14 VDC
Ambient Temperature
Range: 10o C - 40o C (50o F - 104o F)
NOTE: Operating at extreme temperatures may increase treatment times.
Power Wattage: 24 Watts, @ 11 ± 1 PSI
Thermal Protector: Internal Solid State - Auto Resettable
NOTE: The Freeway Freedom unit and Battery Pack each have an internal
resettable thermal fuse in case of overheating (operating longer than 20
minutes) or using incorrect polarity DC jack.
Safety Systems: Class II - Double Insulated
Type BF
Fuse: T3 Amp Fuse
Intake Filter: 300 micron, polyethylene
Flowrate: Flowrate (typical): 6 lpm with Sidestream
nebulizer-model # MS2400 (back pressure
approximately 9.5 +/- .5 PSI)
Width: 9.25-inches
Height: 6.5-inches
Depth: 4.5-inches (7.5-inches w/accessory bag)
*Weight: 3.4 lbs (5.2 lbs. w/all accessories)
Battery Pack Dimensions: 3.75 x 1.4 x 2.4-inches
IMPORTANT DC Inlet
Polarity: External Positive + - Internal Negative
* Weights given include the 1.1 lb. removable battery.
Stands for Direct Current
MODEL IRC1175 SPECIFICATIONS
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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 Sidestream nebulizer must be boiled in water before the first
use. Refer to
CLEANING THE SIDESTREAM NEBULIZER in the
MAINTENANCE section of this manual.
4. Read these instructions completely before use.
5. Observe recommendations for maintenance and replacement.
TRAVELING INFORMATION
NOTE: The Freeway Freedom Aerosol Compressor uses nickel metal hydride
batteries which are accepted for use on most airlines. However, we strongly
advise that you contact your airline before travel to ensure their approval.
The 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.
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