Special Notes - Invacare HomeFillII AW Service Manual

SPECIAL NOTES

Risk Of Death, Injury Or Damage From Fire
Textiles, oil or petroleum substances, grease, greasy substances and other
combustibles are easily ignited and burn with great intensity in oxygen enriched air
and when in contact with oxygen under pressure. To avoid fire, death, injury or
damage:
- DO NOT SMOKE while using this device.
- DO NOT use near OPEN FLAME or IGNITION SOURCES.
- DO NOT use any lubricants on the compressor unless recommended by Invacare.
- NO SMOKING signs should be prominently displayed.
- Avoid creation of any spark near oxygen equipment. This includes sparks from
static electricity created by any type of friction.
- Keep all matches, lighted cigarettes, electronic cigarettes or other sources of
ignition out of the room in which this compressor is located and away from where
oxygen is being delivered.
- Keep the oxygen tubing, cord, and compressor out from under such items as
blankets, bed coverings, chair cushions, clothing, and away from heated or hot
surfaces including space heaters, stoves, and similar electrical appliances.
- DO NOT allow oil from your hands or other sources to come into contact with the
compressor coupling or cylinder fittings. These substances may become flammable
in the presence of oxygen and cause injury. Avoid touching the cylinder fitting
whenever possible. Example of items to avoid are hand creams or lotions, cooking
oils, suntan oils or sunblocks and similar oily products. If you use these types of
products Invacare suggests you wash your hands prior to using the HomeFill unit.
If the cylinder fitting should come in contact with such substances it should be
cleaned off with a damp cloth prior to connecting it to the compressor.
- NEVER oil or lubricate the compressor coupler or cylinder fittings. NEVER use any
penetrating oil or lubricant such as WD-40
is experienced verify that the cylinder fitting is being inserted straight down into
the compressor coupler. If continued difficulty is experienced contact your supplier
for assistance.
Risk of Serious Injury Or Damage
Use of non-Invacare accessories may result in serious injury or damage.
- Invacare products are specifically designed and manufactured for use in
conjunction with Invacare accessories. Accessories designed by other
manufacturers have not been tested by Invacare and are not recommended for use
with Invacare products.
- DO NOT use non-Invacare accessories.
- To obtain Invacare accessories, contact Invacare by phone or at www.invacare.com.
NOTE: The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice.
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