Invacare IRC1175 User Manual

OPERATOR'S MANUAL

INVACARE® FREEWAY® FREEDOMINVACARE® FREEWAY® FREEDOM

INVACARE® FREEWAY® FREEDOM

INVACARE® FREEWAY® FREEDOMINVACARE® 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

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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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

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.

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.

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.

FEATURES

Child Mask

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.

Storage

Compartment

Air Filter

Cover

Mouthpiece

Coiled

Duratube

Sidestream

Nebulizer

On/Off

Switch

Battery Pack

(Installed)

12 volt DC lead

NOTE: The 12 volt DC lead, AC/DC power pack and power cord may be stored in the detachable accessory bag.

Power Indicator

Lights

12V - DC Input

Plug

AC/DC

Power Pack

Power Cord

Detachable

Accessory Bag

Nebulizer

Holder Tab

SPECIFICATIONS

MODEL IRC1175 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

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 MAINTENANCE section of this manual.

4. Read these instructions completely before use.

5. Observe recommendations for maintenance and replacement.

CLEANING THE SIDESTREAM NEBULIZER in the

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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