Respironics HomeLOX User Manual
USER MANUAL
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HomeLox User Manual
Table of ConTenTs
Symbol Key ....................................................................................................... 2
Introduction .................................................................................... 3
Intended Use .................................................................................................... 3
Warnings and Cautions ................................................................................3
Compatibility with Portable Oxygen Devices ..................................... 4
How to Contact Respironics........................................................................4
How the System Works .................................................................. 5
Troubleshooting Guide ...............................................................10
Cleaning .........................................................................................11
Circuit Breaker Instructions ........................................................ 12
Specications ................................................................................13
Disposal ............................................................................................................13
EMC Information ...........................................................................14
Limited Warranty .......................................................................... 16
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symbol Key
Follow Instructions For Use Keep Away From Open Flames
Do Not Touch Frosted Areas Keep Away From Electrical Appliances
Keep Well Ventilated Keep Away From Oil Or Grease
No Smoking Keep Unit Upright
AC Power Class II Device
Type BF Applied Part Drip Proof Equipment
CAUTION: US federal law restricts
this device to sale by or on the
order of a physician.
Denitions
e following denitions and acronyms are used in this manual:
• GoLox-93 - the small and wearable device that stores liquid oxygen and controls the flow of oxygen to
the user.
• LED - Light Emitting Diode
• Liquefaction Unit - the HomeLox, which produces liquid oxygen and is used to fill the
GoLox-93.
• LOX - Liquid Oxygen
• LPM - Liters Per Minute
• Transfill - The process of filling the small portable device (GoLox-93) with liquid oxygen from the
liquefaction unit (HomeLox).
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HomeLox User Manual
Introduction
InTended Use
e Home Liquefaction System (HomeLox) is intended to create and store liquid oxygen in a patient’s home,
so that a patient will be able to ll their liquid portable unit and ambulate. e device is intended only to be a
liquid oxygen reservoir for lling of a portable unit and will not provide any ability for the patient to breathe
oxygen gas directly from the unit. is device is not intended to be life supporting nor life sustaining.
WarnIngs and CaUTIons
CAUTION: US federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician.
Warnings
Danger: Explosion Hazard. Do not use this device in the presence of ammable substances.
• If while using the system you experience any discomfort or signs of any unusual physical symptoms,
contact your physician immediately.
• This system refrigerates and stores oxygen in its liquid form. Oxygen in its liquid or gaseous form can
promote rapid burning when exposed to an open flame. Do not allow any smoking objects or open flames
near this unit.
• Do not use any oil, grease, or petroleum-based products on or near this unit.
• Do not smoke while the device is in use.
• Frostbite may occur on contact with liquid oxygen, cold gaseous oxygen, or frosted parts. Do not touch
any frosted parts.
• Protect the device against the spillage of fluids on or around it. Do not place drinks on it. Do not allow
fluids to come in contact with the device.
• Do not set any objects on, or allow to be draped over, the HomeLox System as they might block air flow
into the device. Place the unit in a ventilated location with the sides and rear two feet away from any
object.
• Do not allow minors or children to operate the HomeLox System. Do not allow unsupervised children to
play on or near the device.
• Do not use an extension cord with the HomeLox System.
• Do not connect the HomeLox System to an electrical outlet controlled by a wall switch or ground
fault interruptor. Make sure there is no other high power device such as a TV, stereo, computer, radio
transmitter, space heater, hair dryer, refrigerator, microwave oven, electrical range, or other large appliance
connected to this outlet.
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• The HomeLox System contains liquid oxygen and is therefore designed to operate on a level surface and in
an upright position. Should the unit be upset or overturned, liquid oxygen could spill. Should this occur,
discontinue its use and immediately contact your home care equipment supplier.
• Electrical shock hazard: Do not remove the cabinet of the HomeLox System. The removal of the cabinet
should only be performed by Respironics, Inc. or a trained representative.
• Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet before cleaning the housing of the HomeLox System.
• This equipment complies with IEC 60601-1-2 for electromagnetic compatibility for medical electrical
equipment and/or systems. This standard is designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a typical medical installation. However, because of the proliferation of radio-frequency
transmitting equipment and other sources of electrical noise in health care and other environments, it is
possible that high levels of such interference due to close proximity or strength of a source might disrupt
the performance of this device. Medical electrical equipment needs special precautions regarding EMC,
and all equipment must be installed and put into service according to the EMC information specified in
this manual.
• Take precautions to prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD). Precautionary procedures include methods
to prevent buildup of electrostatic discharge (e.g., air conditioning, humidification, conductive floor
coverings, and non-synthetic clothing), discharging one’s body to the frame of the equipment or system or
to earth or a large metal object, and bonding oneself by means of a wrist strap to the equipment or system,
or to earth.
• Do not leave the GoLox-93 unattended while it is filling.
• Extreme caution should be taken when transporting, shipping, or moving the HomeLox System when
partially or completely full of liquid oxygen. If the unit is upset or overturned, liquid oxygen could spill.
Note: Additional warnings, cautions and notes are located throughout this manual.
CompaTIbIlITy WITh porTable oxygen devICes
e HomeLox is compatible only with the Respironics GoLox-93.
hoW To ConTaCT respIronICs
To have your device serviced, contact your home care provider. If you need to contact Respironics directly, call
the Respironics Customer Service department at 1-800-345-6443 (US and Canada only) or 1-724-387-4000.
You can also use the following address:
Respironics, Inc.
1001 Murry Ridge Lane
Murrysville, PA 15668 USA
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HomeLox User Manual
How the System Works
Your Respironics HomeLox is a device that can generate and store liquid oxygen in your home by converting
the oxygen gas, generated from an integrated oxygen concentrator, to its liquid form. e liquid oxygen stored
in this device can then be transferred to your Respironics GoLox-93 portable liquid oxygen device for your use
as a source of ambulatory oxygen. e HomeLox is only a liquid oxygen reservoir for lling a portable unit and
will not provide any ability for you to breathe oxygen gas directly from it. is device is not intended to be life
supporting nor life sustaining.
Your HomeLox is made up of an oxygen generator, low temperature refrigeration system and an insulated liquid
oxygen storage bottle. e HomeLox operates by taking oxygen gas that it produces from room air and turning
it into liquid oxygen by lowering its temperature to -279 F (-173C) using refrigeration. At this temperature,
gaseous oxygen becomes liquid oxygen. e device then stores this liquid oxygen until you are ready to ll your
GoLox-93.
When your GoLox-93 is properly attached to the HomeLox, the liquid oxygen will be transferred to your
GoLox-93 in approximately 1 to 2 minutes. To be sure you will always have liquid oxygen available for your
use, the HomeLox monitors the amount of liquid oxygen stored inside it. When your available supply has been
reduced to a level set by your equipment provider, the HomeLox will automatically turn on and run until it has
completely relled itself and then will turn o.
To ensure the correct use of this device, please read the information in this manual carefully before trying
to operate this device. After reading this manual, keep it in a safe place where you can refer to it anytime a
question arises.
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