Invacare XPO100 User Manual page 18

Invacare® XPO₂™
Arriving at the Airport
1. Allow the security agent to inspect your XPO
even if you are using it, when going through the security
checkpoint.
They are required to allow you to travel through the
checkpoint with your POC, but they MUST inspect it
for security reasons.
2. Use your AC power adapter while you are in the airport, if
possible. This will keep the batteries at full charge and give you
the most battery powered operating time on the aircraft.
Boarding the Plane
You are not permitted to sit in an exit row if you plan to use
your XPO concentrator at any time during the flight.
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1. If you plan on using the XPO
you are the plane, verify that your XPO
not block access to an emergency exit or aisle way. If it does,
request a seat change.
2. Show the pilot or flight crew your signed physician's statement
regarding your use of the XPO
3. In order for the flight crew to ensure the safety of you and all
of the other passengers on the flight, allow them to inspect
the XPO concentrator to confirm that it is FAA approved for
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use on the flight.
4. If you are not planning to use your XPO
taxi, takeoff, or landing, you MUST store it in an approved
storage area so it does not block the row or aisle access.
Contact the flight crew about location of approved
storage areas.
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concentrator,
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concentrator the entire time
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concentrator does
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concentrator, if asked.
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concentrator during
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On the Plane
You MUST store the supplemental battery either securely
connected to the XPO
baggage. The supplemental battery MUST be protected from
damage and shorting out the external power connector.
1. You may use your XPO
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cabin, ONLY after the pilot turns off the "Fasten Seat Belt" sign.
2. Turn off the unit if the XPO
flight, unless the alarm resets itself. If the alarm does not reset,
the XPO concentrator MUST be turned off and stored in an
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approved storage area.
3. If an AC power outlet is available on the flight, perform the
following:
a. Connect the power adapter to the XPO
b. Plug in the power adapter into the airline power outlet.
c. Turn the unit on.
If you have any trouble making the connections to the plane's
power outlet, contact the flight crew for assistance.
After the Flight
1. Ensure you have enough power to run your XPO
while leaving the airport. Recharge the batteries, if necessary.
Refer to Recharging the Battery in the owner's manual.
2. Contact your medical gas supplier to obtain your backup oxygen
supply, if necessary.
Traveling by Boat
Contact the cruise line and inform them you are traveling with a
POC. There should be no restrictions on your use of the XPO
concentrator during your travel but it is wise to check with them
concentrator or in your carry-on
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concentrator when moving about the
concentrator alarms during the
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concentrator.
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concentrator
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