Choosing A Location; Transporting The Compressor - Invacare HomeFill Oxygen System User Manual

Invacare® HomeFill® Oxygen System
q Connect the compressor to the concentrator.

3.3 Choosing a Location

DANGER!
Risk Of Death, Injury, Or Damage From Fire
Textiles, oil or petroleum substances, grease,
greasy substances and other combustibles are
easily ignited and burn with great intensity in
oxygen enriched air and when in contact with
oxygen under pressure. To avoid fire, death,
injury or damage:
– DO NOT SMOKE while using this device.
– DO NOT use near OPEN FLAME or IGNITION
SOURCES.
– DO NOT use any lubricants on the compressor
unless recommended by Invacare.
– NO SMOKING signs should be prominently
displayed.
– Avoid creation of any spark near oxygen
equipment. This includes sparks from static
electricity created by any type of friction.
– Keep all matches, lighted cigarettes or other
sources of ignition out of the room in which
this compressor is located and away from
where oxygen is being delivered.
– Keep the oxygen tubing, cord, and compressor
out from under such items as blankets,
bed coverings, chair cushions, clothing, and
away from heated or hot surfaces including
space heaters, stoves, and similar electrical
appliances.
14
The compressor should be at least three inches away from
walls, draperies or furniture to ensure sufficient air flow.
Avoid placing the compressor next to heaters, radiators or
hot air registers.
DO NOT use in a closet.
The compressor should sit on a hard flat stable surface, such
as a table or the Ready Rack.

3.4 Transporting the Compressor

WARNING!
– NEVER transport a compressor with a cylinder
connected to or stored on the compressor,
otherwise injury or damage can occur.
CAUTION!
– When transporting the compressor, be careful
not to bump the compressor or the connectors
into obstacles. Otherwise, damage to the
compressor may occur.
1100873-M