Unpacking And Setup; Initial Inspection; Patient Setup - DeVilbiss 525DS Service Manual

iniTial inSPecTion

It is suggested that an initial inspection be performed upon receiving the oxygen concentrator.
1. After removing the DeVilbiss Oxygen Concentrator from the carton, examine it for any external damage. If shipping damage has occurred,
contact the DeVilbiss Customer Service Department at 1-800-338-1988 (814-443-4881) for specific instructions. Save the carton for possible later
return; note the position of the unit and placement of the packing material.
2. Open the filter door and record the number of hours on the hour meter. Check to make sure the air filter is in place.
3. Check to be sure the intake bacteria filter is in place.
4. Plug the unit into an electrical outlet, turn the unit "On," and check the audible and visible alerts.
5. Set the flow meter to maximum recommended liter flow and let the unit run for at least 20 minutes.
6. Use an oxygen analyzer to check the concentration.
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 I ftheunitfailstooperateproperly(oxygenconcentrationnotwithinspecification)orifinternaldamageisfound,contacttheDeVilbiss
CustomerServiceDepartmentat1-800-338-1988(814-443-4881).

PaTienT SeTuP

1. Position the unit near an electrical outlet in the room where the patient spends most of his or her time.
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Do not connect to an electrical outlet controlled by a wall switch. The outlet should be independent of other appliances.
2. Position the unit at least 6 inches (16 cm) from walls, draperies, or any other objects that might prevent the proper flow of air in and out of the
oxygen concentrator.
3. Locate the unit a minimum of 5 feet (1.6 meters) from fireplaces, radiators, heaters, and hot-air registers.
Warning
oxygen promotes rapid burning. Do not smoke when using this unit or when near a person receiving oxygen therapy. Do
not operate the oxygen concentrator within a minimum of 5 feet (1.6 meters) from hot, sparking, or burning objects or
naked flames. Do not use in rooms heated by paraffin or portable gas heaters.
electric Shock Hazard. only qualified Devilbiss Healthcare homecare providers may remove the cabinet.
4. Attach the appropriate oxygen accessories (oxygen tubing or humidifier) to the oxygen outlet port.
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 A maximumof50feet(15meters)oftubingplus7feet(2.1meters)ofcannulaplusabubblehumidifierisallowedbetweenthe
concentrator and the patient.
oxygen Tubing only connection
1. Thread the cannula fitting (part #CN100) onto the oxygen outlet port.
2. Attach the 5/32" (4 mm) I.D. oxygen tubing (part #OST07, OST15, OST25, or OST50).
oxygen Tubing with Humidification connection
If the physician has prescribed an oxygen humidifier as part of the patient's therapy, follow these steps:
1. Fill the humidifier bottle (part #HUM16) with distilled, demineralized, or boiled water. Do not overfill. (If using a prefill, go to Step 3.)
2. Thread the wing nut located on the top of the humidifier bottle to the oxygen outlet port so that it is suspended. Make sure it is securely
tightened.
3. Attach the 5/32" (4 mm) I.D. oxygen tubing (part # OST07, OST15, OST25, or OST50), not to exceed 50 feet (15 meters), directly to the
humidifier bottle outlet fitting.
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 F oroptimumperformance,theDeVilbissOxygenConcentratorhasapresetnominaloutputpressureof8.5psi(58.6kPa).Use
only"bubble-type"humidifiers.Donotuse"jet-type"humidifiers.
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 C ondensationfromthehumidifiermayoccurinlongerlengthsoftubingorifthetubingislayingonacoldfloor.
When ready for operation
1. Attach the nasal cannula, catheter, or face mask to the oxygen tubing (per the manufacturer's directions).
2. Follow the Operating Instructions on the next page.
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