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Invacare IRC5PO2 Operator's Manual

Perfecto2 series oxygen concentrators without senso2, oxygen concentrators with senso2 homefill compatible
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Operator's Manual
Oxygen Concentrators without SensO
Model IRC5PO2
Dealer: This manual MUST be given to the end
user.
User: BEFORE using this product, read this
manual and save for future reference.
For more information regarding
Invacare products, parts, and services,
please visit www.invacare.com
Perfecto
Oxygen Concentrators with SensO
HomeFill
Series
™
2
Compatible
™
Model IRC5P
®,
2
2

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  • Page 1 Model IRC5PO2 Dealer: This manual MUST be given to the end user. User: BEFORE using this product, read this manual and save for future reference. For more information regarding Invacare products, parts, and services, please visit www.invacare.com Series ™ HomeFill Compatible ™...

  • Page 2: Accessories

    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. NOTE: Updated versions of this manual can be found at www.invacare.com.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    SensO Oxygen Purity Indicator (If Your Unit Features the O Sensor Feature)... 22 Initial Startup of the Concentrator ... 23 Explanation of Oxygen Purity Indicator Lights - Model IRC5PO2 ... 23 Part No 1143482 Table of Contents Perfecto Series ™...
  • Page 4 Table of Contents TABLE OF CONTENTS Indicators (If Your Unit Does Not Feature the O SECTION 6—MAINTENANCE ... 25 Routine Maintenance... 25 SECTION 7—TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ... 28 LIMITED WARRANTY ... 31 Perfecto Series ™ Part No 1143482 Sensor) ... 24...

  • Page 5: Special Notes

    SPECIAL NOTES Signal words are used in this manual and apply to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in personal injury or property damage. Refer to the following table for definitions of the signal words. SIGNAL WORD DANGER WARNING CAUTION The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice.

  • Page 6: Section 1-General Guidelines

    SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES In order to ensure the safe installation, assembly and operation of the Perfecto concentrator these instructions MUST be followed. 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/she practices to use or order the use of this device.”...
  • Page 7 DO NOT use any lubricants unless recommended by Invacare. For optimum performance, Invacare recommends that each concentrator be on and running for a minimum of 30 minutes at a time. Shorter periods of operation may reduce maximum product life.

  • Page 8: Maintenance

    DO NOT overfill. Keep unit at least three inches away from walls, draperies, furniture, and the like. Invacare recommends that Crush-Proof oxygen tubing be used with this product and not exceed 50 ft. (15.2m) in length. Maintenance The Invacare Oxygen Concentrator was specifically designed to minimize routine preventive maintenance.

  • Page 9: To Reduce The Risk Of Burns, Electrocution, Fire Or Injury To Persons

    SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES WARNING To Reduce The Risk Of Burns, Electrocution, Fire Or Injury To Persons. Avoid using while bathing. If continuous usage is required by the physician’s prescription, the concentrator MUST be located in another room at least seven feet from the bath. DO NOT come in contact with the concentrator while wet.

  • Page 10: Polarized Plug Instruction

    In certain circumstances oxygen therapy can be hazardous. Invacare recommends that you seek medical advice before using this machine. This equipment is to be used as an oxygen supplement and is not considered life supporting or life sustaining.

  • Page 11: Section 2-Features

    When not in use, the plug provided with the concentrator should be inserted into the outlet fitting. For more information about the HomeFill, contact your Invacare dealer. Oxygen Purity Indicator Lights / Fault and Power Indicator Lights Circuit Breaker...

  • Page 12: Section 3-Handling

    The shipping container has been designed to assure maximum protection of the concentrator. If the concentrator is to be reshipped by common carrier, additional cartons are available from Invacare. Unpacking NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 3.1. 1. Check for any obvious damage to the carton or its contents.

  • Page 13: Section 4-Typical Product Parameters

    Perfecto 5 - 0.5 to 5 L/min For flowrates less than 1 L/min, we recom- mend the use of the Invacare Pediatric Flow- meter IRCPF16 Accessory. Perfecto 5 - 0 L/min to 0.5 L/min Rapid Audible Alarm Beeping (No Accessories Connected).
  • Page 14 SECTION 4—TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS Safety System: Width: Height: Depth: Weight: Shipping Weight: Operating Ambient Temperature: Exhaust: Oxygen Output: Cabinet: Regulatory Listing: Electrical: Placement: Tubing: Relative Humidity: Time of Operation: Recommended Storage and Shipping Temperature: *NOTE: Stated concentration levels achieved after initial warm-up period (approximately 30 minutes).
  • Page 15 85% (±2%) SYSTEM FAILURE Below 73% (±3%) LABEL SYMBOL SYSTEM OKAY SYSTEM FAILURE Part No 1143482 IRC5PO2 INDICATORS PURITY GREEN Indicator Light YELLOW Indicator light A. YELLOW Solid B. YELLOW Flashing Sensor Failure Call a qualified technician. RED Indicator Light...

  • Page 16: Section 5-Operating Instructions

    SECTION 5—OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING SECTION 5— INSTRUCTIONS Introduction Your oxygen concentrator is intended for individual use in the home. It is an electronically operated device that separates oxygen from room air. It provides high concentration of oxygen directly to you through a nasal cannula. Clinical studies have documented that oxygen concentrators are therapeutically equivalent to other types of oxygen delivery systems.

  • Page 17: Recommended Guidelines For Optimum Performance

    Recommended Guidelines for Optimum Performance Temperature: Electrical: Placement: Tubing and Cannula: Environment: Relative Humidity: Time of Operation: Flow Rate Minimum Operating Time: NOTE: Ensure that your concentrator is at least three inches away from walls, draperies or furniture to assure sufficient air flow. Avoid deep pile carpets and heaters, radiators or hot air registers.
  • Page 18 SECTION 5—OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Connect Humidifier (If So Prescribed) For optimum performance, Invacare recommends that each concentrator be on and running for a minimum of 30 minutes at a time. Shorter periods of operation may reduce maximum product life. DO NOT overfill humidifier.
  • Page 19 Insert Flat Head Screwdriver Here FIGURE 5.2 5. Attach the humidifier bottle adapter to the humidifier bottle by turning the wing nut on the humidifier bottle counterclockwise until it is securely fastened. See Detail “A” in FIGURE 5.3. 6. Place the humidifier bottle/adapter assembly in the humidifier compartment on the concentrator.
  • Page 20 SECTION 5—OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS DETAIL “A” Humidifier Bottle Adapter Humidifier Bottle DETAIL “B” Oxygen Outlet Connector Oxygen Tubing Humidifier Bottle Outlet Humidifier Bottle Humidifier Compartment FIGURE 5.3 Humidifier Compartment Perfecto Series Part No 1143482 ™...

  • Page 21: Power Switch

    Power Switch NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 5.4. 1. Press power switch to on position. All the panel lights and the audible alarm will come on for one second, indicating that the unit is functioning properly. After one second, only the GREEN system ok/power light will stay on.

  • Page 22: Senso Oxygen Purity Indicator (If Your Unit Features The O Sensor Feature)

    SECTION 5—OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2. If the flowrate on the flowmeter ever falls below 0.5 L/min for Perfecto 5 for more than about one minute, the LOW FLOW alarm will be triggered. This is a rapid beeping of the audible alarm. Check your tubing or accessories for blocked or kinked tubing or a defective humidifier bottle.

  • Page 23: Initial Startup Of The Concentrator

    Explanation of Oxygen Purity Indicator Lights - Model IRC5PO2 NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 5.6. GREEN light (O ) - Normal Operation.

  • Page 24: Indicators (If Your Unit Does Not Feature The O Sensor)

    SECTION 5—OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Indicators (If Your Unit Does Not Feature the O Sensor) NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 5.7. IRC5P Model Indicator Light Explanation RED light ( ) - Total Unit Shut-Down. Switch IMMEDIATELY to a back-up oxygen supply. Call supplier IMMEDIATELY.

  • Page 25: Section 6-Maintenance

    SECTION 6—MAINTENANCE NOTE: The Invacare concentrators are specifically designed to minimize routine preventive maintenance. In places with high dust or soot levels, maintenance may need to be performed more often. Only qualified personnel should perform preventive maintenance on the concentrator. Power should be disconnected before beginning preventive maintenance on the Invacare concentrator.
  • Page 26 SECTION 6—MAINTENANCE FIGURE 6.1 Cleaning the Cabinet Filter Cabinet UNPLUG the concentrator when cleaning. To avoid electrical shock, DO NOT remove cabinet. 1. Clean the cabinet with a mild household cleaner and non-abrasive cloth or sponge. Humidifier NOTE: To clean the oxygen humidifier, follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer.

  • Page 27: Preventive Maintenance Record

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE RECORD Model No. IRC _______________________________ Serial No.____________________________________ On Each Inspection Record Date Of Service Record Elapsed Hours on Hour Meter Clean Cabinet Filters Check Prescribed L/min Flow Rate Annually, During Preventive Maintenance Schedule, Or Between Patients Clean/Replace Cabinet Filters Check outlet HEPA Filter* Check Compressor Inlet...

  • Page 28: Section 7-Troubleshooting Guide

    SECTION 7—TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE SECTION 7—TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE SYMPTOM: PROBABLE CAUSE: Alarm: Main Power Loss: Short beeps, long 1. Power cord not pause plugged in. Concentrator not 2. No power at outlet. operating, power switch On. Beep...Beep... 3. Tripped circuit breaker. Alarm: System Failure: Continuous 1.
  • Page 29 SYMPTOM: PROBABLE CAUSE: YELLOW or RED 1. Low oxygen purity.* light Illuminated. 2. Kinked or blocked tubing, cannula or humidifier.* Alarm: Continuous On RED light only. 3. Flowmeter set at 0.5 L/min for Perfecto * Only applies to models. 4. Unit overheating due to blocked air intake.
  • Page 30 SECTION 7—TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE SYMPTOM: PROBABLE CAUSE: Alarm: LOW FLOW ALARM 1a. Kinked or blocked Rapid tubing, cannula or Beep...Beep... humidifier. Beep...Beep 1b. Flowmeter set at 0.5 L/min for Perfecto Perfecto Series ™ SOLUTION: 1a. Inspect for kinks or blockages. Correct, clean or replace item.

  • Page 31: Limited Warranty

    Invacare or a dealer, with a copy of the seller’s invoice required for coverage under this warranty.
  • Page 32 CONTAINED HEREIN. THE APPLICATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY WHATSOEVER SHALL NOT EXTEND BEYOND THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY PROVIDED HEREIN. INVACARE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION...

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