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Manuel du patient
Gebrauchsanweisung für Patienten
Manual del paciente
Εγχειρίδιο για τον ασθενή
Patient Manual
Manuale del paziente
Patiënthandleiding
Manual do Paciente
Bruksanvisning
Patienthåndbog
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Buffalo, New York 14228 USA
Tel: 716-691-0202
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  • Page 1 Manuel du patient Gebrauchsanweisung für Patienten Manual del paciente Εγχειρίδιο για τον ασθενή Patient Manual Manuale del paziente Patiënthandleiding Manual do Paciente Bruksanvisning Patienthåndbog AirSep Corporation 401 Creekside Drive Buffalo, New York 14228 USA Tel: 716-691-0202 Fax: 716-691-4141 0459...
  • Page 2 BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE THIS EQUIPMENT; OTHERWISE, INJURY OR DAMAGE CAN RESULT. NO SMOKING signs should be prominently displayed in the home or wherever Focus is in use. Proper information about the dangers of smoking in the presence of medical oxygen should be provided.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ® AirSep Focus™ Portable Oxygen Concentrator AirSep’s Focus™ Portable Oxygen Concentrator Symbols GB1-2 Why Your Doctor Prescribed Oxygen What is the Focus Portable Oxygen Concentrator? Important Safety Rules GB4-8 Getting Started with Your Focus Portable Oxygen Concentrator GB8-13 Battery Charging...
  • Page 4 Symbols can also enable easier understanding of a concept within a restricted space. The following table is a list of symbols and definitions used with the Focus Portable Oxygen Concentrator. Symbol...
  • Page 5 Method of disposing of waste: All waste from AirSep’s Focus Oxygen Concentrator must be disposed of using the appropriate methods specified by local authorities. Method of disposing of the device: In order to preserve the environment, the concentrator must be disposed of using the appropriate methods specified by local authorities.

  • Page 6: Why Your Doctor Prescribed Oxygen

    This eliminates the waste associated with a continuous flow oxygen device that delivers oxygen even while you are exhaling. Focus produces the equivalent of 2 LPM (litres per minute) continuous flow oxygen in a lightweight package that patients can wear easily away from the home.

  • Page 7: Important Safety Rules Gb4-8

    Focus unit. Oxygen accelerates the combustion of flammable substances. The incorrect use of the Focus battery can cause the battery to get hot, ignite, and may cause serious injury. Be sure not to pierce, strike, step on, or drop the battery, or otherwise subject the battery to strong impacts or shocks.
  • Page 8 Federal (USA) law restricts this device to sale or rental by order of a physician or other licensed health care provider. In the event of an alarm or you observe that Focus is not working properly; consult the Troubleshooting section in this manual. If you cannot resolve the problem, consult your Equipment Provider.
  • Page 9 (Refer to the Specifications section of this manual.) When using Focus in a car, boat, or on other DC sources with the DC power supply, make sure that the vehicle is started and running before connecting the Focus unit. If the DC power supply...
  • Page 10 Focus™ The Focus battery does not need to be fully discharged before recharging. It is recommended to charge the Focus battery after each use. If the Focus power supply remains connected when the battery is fully charged, the four LEDs will turn off within half an hour.

  • Page 11: Getting Started With Your Focus Portable Oxygen Concentrator Gb8-13

    Focus™ Do not allow Focus or AirBelt to be stored in a very hot car or in other similar, high- or low-temperature environments. Operating AirBelt outside the normal temperature range can affect the performance. (Refer to the Specifications section in this manual.)
  • Page 12 Coil Cord without switch, connects battery to power supply only Focus Belt 10) Focus shoulder strap 11) Patient Manual (not shown) Figure 1: Focus with Battery Figure 2: Focus Power Supply with DC Input Cord and adapter ® GB-9 AirSep Corporation MN172-1 rev.
  • Page 13 Locate the arrow marking at the top of the connector. Insert connector (Figure 5) into the Focus power inlet (Figure 6) with the arrow on the side of the connector facing outward. Do not force the connector into the power inlet, as it can be inserted only one way.
  • Page 14 Focus™ Connecting Focus to AC electrical power: When you are near an AC socket, you may choose to operate Focus with the universal power supply rather than the battery. Connect the cord on the power supply labelled as DC OUT to Focus into the Focus unit’s power inlet, as shown in Figure 7.
  • Page 15 12-Volt DC socket. Connect the power supply cord labelled DC OUT to Focus into the Focus unit’s power inlet, as shown in Figure 8. Place the DC accessory adapter on the end of the DC power cord. Connect the other end into the power supply input connection labelled Accessory DC IN.
  • Page 16 (Figure 4), or belt (Figure 3). You may clip the battery on to either the strap or belt. Focus can be worn on the waist by feeding the AirSep-supplied waist belt (Figure 10) or the optional AirBelt, (Figure 11) through the loops on the back of the Focus unit’s carrying bag.

  • Page 17: Battery Charging

    Check to make sure your unit’s battery is fully charged before venturing out with Focus for the first time or upon subsequent use. To check the level of charge of the battery, press the button on the battery’s keypad. The battery gauge/indicator(s) illuminate to indicate the level of battery charge (25-100%).

  • Page 18: Optional Airbelt / Charging The Optional Airbelt Gb15-17

    Optional AirBelt Optionally, you may also have an AirBelt for extended use of Focus. The optional AirBelt (Figure 14), can power the Focus unit for up to 4 hours. Before using AirBelt, check that it is sufficiently charged. It requires approximately 3½...
  • Page 19 AirBelt may be damaged. Use only the AirBelt power supply provided to charge AirBelt. • The Focus AirBelt will completely recharge from its fully depleted state in approximately 3½ hours. • While charging a fully discharged battery, the LED will continue to blink until 25% capacity is reached.
  • Page 20 Do not store Focus or AirBelt in a very hot car or in other similar, high- or low-temperature environments. Operating or storing the AirBelt outside the normal temperature range can affect its performance.

  • Page 21: Nasal Cannula Gb18-19

    [Read the Important Safety Rules section before operating this equipment.] Nasal Cannula A nasal cannula with tubing is used to deliver oxygen from the Focus unit to the user. The tubing is connected to the unit’s oxygen outlet (See Figure 18).

  • Page 22: Focus Unit Components Gb19-20

    Focus™ Ensure the cannula is fully inserted and secure. This ensures that the Focus unit can properly detect inspiration for oxygen delivery. Cannula tubing must be non-kinking, which can be used for a total length of up to 7.6 m (25 ft) maximum.
  • Page 23 Air Inlet Figure 20: Focus Exterior View - Front Label/Patient Instructions Figure 21: Focus Exterior View - Back Now that you are familiar with Focus’s components, review the instructions on the following pages to operate the Focus unit. ® GB-20 AirSep Corporation MN172-1 rev.

  • Page 24: Operating Instructions

    (i.e., battery, AC or DC power supply, or optional AirBelt). Turn the Focus unit on by pressing the power switch to the on position (l). The LEDs on the control panel will illuminate, alternating between green and red, momentarily. Also, each time you turn on Focus, a brief alarm sounds.

  • Page 25: Power Supplies

    [Read the Important Safety Rules section before operating this equipment.] Power Supplies (Overview) Focus can be powered in four different ways – the battery, AC power, DC power, or an optional AirBelt. The Focus power supply functions both as an AC power supply and a DC power supply.

  • Page 26: Audible Alarm And Indicator Lights Gb23-25

    Low Battery Focus unit indicators: As the battery power approaches a low level, the amber light on the Focus unit will flash on for half a second with a 5-second pause and simultaneously, a half second alarm sounds with a 5-second pause. Following the battery warning indicators, if action is not taken, the unit will shut down.
  • Page 27 Focus battery supplied with the unit while using the unit. In the event of an alarm or you observe that Focus is not working properly, consult the Troubleshooting section in this manual. If you cannot resolve the problem, consult your Equipment Provider.

  • Page 28: How To Respond To Focus's Audible Alarm And Indicator Lights Gb25-26

    Focus™ When the service indicator illuminates solid amber, it is time for your Focus unit to be inspected and/or serviced by your Equipment Provider. After any necessary service and when the performance is verified by the Equipment Provider, the service indicator light will be reset.
  • Page 29 Focus™ Status Audible Light Indicates Action Alarm Battery 25% (Green) Battery charge is Connect the Focus unit Indicator light; flashes low. to a DC socket or an AC socket immediately. Charge battery. Alarm Intermittent: (Amber) alarm; Warning: Battery Connect the Focus unit...

  • Page 30: Cleaning, Care, And Proper Maintenance

    Do not use liquid directly on the Focus unit to clean it. A list of undesirable chemical agents includes but is not limited to the following: alcohol and alcohol-based products, concentrated chlorine-based products (ethylene chloride), and oil-based products (Pine-Sol, Lestoil).

  • Page 31: Carrying Bag

    For proper performance and safety, use only these listed accessories supplied by AirSep through your Equipment Provider. Use of accessories not listed below could adversely affect the performance and/or safety of the Focus Portable Oxygen Concentrator. Part Number / Description...

  • Page 32: Reserve Oxygen Supply

    Your Equipment Provider may recommend another source of supplemental oxygen therapy in case there is a mechanical failure or a power cut. In the event of an alarm or you observe that Focus is not working properly, consult the Troubleshooting section in this manual. If you cannot resolve the problem, consult your Equipment Provider.
  • Page 33 Focus need inspection Contact your Equipment audible alarm. and / or service. Provider. It is time for your Focus unit to be inspected and / or serviced by your Equipment Provider. After any necessary service and when the performance is verified by...
  • Page 34 Focus™ Focus Specifications Oxygen Concentration:* Pulse setting equivalent to a continuous flow of 90% oxygen - 3% / +5.5% Dimensions: 16.4 cm high x 12.2 cm wide x 6.1 cm deep (6.4 in. high x 4.8 in. wide x 2.5 in. deep) Weight: Concentrator 0.8 kg (1.75 lb)
  • Page 35 FCC Part 15, Subpart B – Class B Unintentional Radiators Method of cleaning and infection control allowed: Please refer to “Cleaning, Care, and Proper Maintenance” section of this Focus Patient Manual. Degree of safety of application in the presence of flammable anaesthetic gases: Equipment not suited for such application.
  • Page 36 (or part thereof) shown to be defective or, at AirSep Corporation’s option, to refund the purchase price of any such defective item of equipment.

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