Operating Instructions - CAIRE FreeStyle Comfort User Manual

Operating Instructions

1. Locate and position the FreeStyle Comfort in a
proper location for use.
a. The concentrator should be well-ventilated
so that the air intake filters and air outlet are
not obstructed.
b. The concentrator should be positioned so that
all audible and visual indicators and alarms
can be easily seen and heard.
c. Be sure the air intake filters are in place be-
fore operating the unit. If the unit is missing
a filter, contact your equipment provider.
2. Install a Battery Pack in the concentrator.
a. Align the battery with the bottom housing
from the center of the FreeStyle Comfort.
b. Slide the battery inward until you hear a
click to confirm that it has locked in place.
FreeStyle Comfort
3. Insert the AC or DC power supply into the
power port receptacle on the front, bottom right
side of the unit.
4. Connect a nasal cannula to the oxygen outlet
barb. Ensure the connection is secure before
operation.
NOTE: Any cannula(s) used other than the recom-
mended may affect performance.
Note: To Equipment Provider: The following oxygen
administration accessories are recommended for
use with the Oxygen Concentrator:
• Nasal Cannula with 7 feet (2.1 m) of tubing (1 to
6 LPM): PN 5408-SEQ
• For any additional recommended accessories,
please see the Accessories Catalog (PN ML-
LOX0010) available on www.CAIREmedical.com.
A firebreak is required for use with any cannula.
• CAIRE offers the OxySafe™. This is intended to be
used in conjunction with the oxygen concentrator.
The OxySafe™ is a thermal fuse to stop the flow of
gas in the event that the downstream cannula or
oxygen tubing is ignited and burns to the OxySafe.
It is placed in-line with the nasal cannula or oxygen
tubing between the patient and the oxygen outlet
of the FreeStyle Comfort.
For proper use of the OxySafe, always refer to the
manufacturer's instructions (included with each
OxySafe kit).
CAIRE offers an OxySafe™ kit that includes a
cannula headpiece, OxySafe™, and 7' tubing: PN
20629671.
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