Cleaning, Care & Routine Maintenance; Air Intake Filters; Battery Pack Care; Battery Pack Storage - CAIRE FreeStyle Comfort User Manual

Cleaning, Care & Routine
Maintenance
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
Servicing of internal components inside of the cabi-
net of the FreeStyle Comfort must be performed by
the oxygen provider.
The operator of the unit is responsible for the
following maintenance procedures.
• Weekly – Clean the Air Intake Filters
WARNING: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPEN
OR REMOVE THE PLASTIC COVERS OF
THE OXYGEN CONCENTRATOR. THE
UNIT SHOULD ONLY BE OPENED BY A
QUALIFIED SERVICE TECHNICIAN.

AIR INTAKE FILTERS

Air enters the FreeStyle Comfort through air intake
filters located on the front, bottom of the oxygen
concentrator. These filters prevent dust and other
large particles in the air from entering the unit.
At least once per week, the air intake filters should
be cleaned. Your oxygen provider may advise you
to clean them more frequently, depending upon the
operating conditions. Follow these steps to properly
clean the air intake filters.
1. Remove the two filters from the front of the
FreeStyle Comfort by pushing up on the corre-
sponding tab and pulling outward.
FreeStyle Comfort
2. Wash both filters in a warm solution of soap and
water.
3. Rinse the filters thoroughly and remove excess
water with a soft, lint-free cloth. Ensure the filters
are completely dry before replacing it.
4. Re-install the clean, dry filters.
WARNING: DO NOT OPERATE THE
OXYGEN CONCENTRATOR WITHOUT
THE AIR INTAKE FILTER IN PLACE.

BATTERY PACK CARE

Do not allow the battery pack to be exposed to
liquids.
Do not attempt to disassemble or open the battery
pack.
Do not expose the battery to open flames.
Do not drop the battery pack.
Keep the battery pack away from children.
If your battery pack appears damaged, contact your
oxygen provide before use.
Do not place the battery in or near a microwave or
other cooking appliances.

BATTERY PACK STORAGE

The oxygen concentrator battery does not need to
be fully discharged before recharging. It is recom-
mended to charge the oxygen concentrator battery
after each use.
Do not leave the battery in a location exposed to
excessive heat, such as in direct sunlight or in a car.
Doing so could cause the battery's performance and
life to deteriorate. It may also cause the battery to
generate heat, smoke, catch fire, or explode. The
battery pack should be stored in a stable environ-
ment characterized by low-humidity (less than 70%
RH) and free of corrosive gasses. To prevent rust,
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