Precision Medical EasyPulse5 Oxygen Conserving Regulator User Manual

USER MANUAL

1900 Series

(Threaded Connections)

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CAUTION

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Federal (USA) law restricts this device to
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CONTENTS

RECEIVING / INSPECTION ............................................................... 2

INTENDED USE ................................................................................. 2

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING .................................. 2

EXPLANATION OF ABBREVIATIONS .............................................. 2

SAFETY INFORMATION - WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS ................. 3

PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION .......................................................... 5

SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................................. 6

DIAGRAMS / COMPONENT DESCRIPTION ....................................7

INSTALLATION ..................................................................................8

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................... 9

MAINTENANCE / CLEANING .......................................................... 11

RETURNS ........................................................................................ 11

DISPOSAL INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................ 11

TROUBLESHOOTING .....................................................................12

REPLACEMENT PARTS .................................................................. 12

ACCESSORIES................................................................................13

LIMITED WARRANTY .....................................................................14

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ................................................. 15

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RECEIVING / INSPECTION

Remove the Precision Medical, Inc. EasyPulse5 Oxygen Conserving
Regulator (Conserver) from the packaging and inspect for damage. If

there is any damage, DO NOT USE and contact your Equipment Provider.

INTENDED USE

To regulate high pressure cylinders that provide supplemental oxygen

to patients who may have difculty extracting oxygen from the air they

breathe. It is for patients who would normally receive the oxygen via a

nasal cannula. The device delivers 100% oxygen at ow settings. It is

intended to be used as an oxygen saving device that reduces the drying
of the airways.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING

This manual instructs the user to install and operate the EasyPulse5
Oxygen Conserving Regulator (Conserver). This is provided for your
safety and to prevent damage to the Conserver. If you do not understand
this manual, DO NOT USE the Conserver and contact your Equipment
Provider.

DANGER

This product is not intended as a life-sustaining or life-supporting
device

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EXPLANATION OF ABBREVIATIONS

kPa Kilopascal

psi Pounds Per Square Inch

l/min Liters Per Minute

b/min Breaths Per Minute

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SAFETY INFORMATION - WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS

DANGER

WARNING

CAUTION

CAUTION

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury.
Used without the safety alert symbol indicates
a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in property damage.

CONSULT ACCOMPANYING DOCUMENTS

Symbol for “USE NO OIL”

Symbol for “NO SMOKING”

Symbol for “COVERING DEVICE WITH
GARMENTS WILL PRODUCE OXYGEN
ENRICHED ATMOSPHERE”

Symbol indicates the device complies with the
requirements of Directive 93/42/EEC concerning
medical devices and all applicable International
Standards. (On CE marked Devices ONLY)

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WARNING

• ALWAYS conrm prescribed dose before administering to

patient and monitor on a frequent basis.

• Always follow standards for Medical Gas Products, and High
Pressure Oxygen Handling. In the United States, ANSI, CGA
and G-4 applies.

• Keep cylinder valve closed at all times when cylinder is not in use.

• NO OXYGEN is delivered when the pointer is aligned with “OFF”.

• This Conserver is NOT to be used by patients who breathe
through their mouths.

• DO NOT use if dirt or contaminants are present on or around
cylinder, valve, the Conserver or connecting devices.

• DO NOT use oils, greases, organic lubricants or any combustible
materials on or near the Conserver. Wash and dry hands properly
prior to use.

• DO NOT use a humidier with the Conserver.

• DO NOT allow cylinders to tip or fall. Secure gas cylinders

so they cannot fall. For optimum safety keep cylinder upright
whenever possible.

• DO NOT store cylinders near sources of heat or ame.

• DO NOT use while sleeping without consulting your Equipment

Provider.

• DO NOT smoke in an area where oxygen is being administered.

• DO NOT use near any type of ame or ammable/explosive

substances.

• Use only medical grade oxygen. In the United States, USP applies.

• The Conserver is equipped with a relief valve. If you hear a loud
hissing or popping sound coming from the Conserver, discontinue
use, close cylinder valve, and contact your Equipment Provider.

• The Conserver is designed to operate with a single lumen, adult
cannula with a maximum length of 7 feet (2.1 m).

• The cannula is for single patient use only.

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