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Med Systems Electro Flo 5000 User Manual

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Electro Flo
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Airway Clearance System
User Manual
www.medsystems.com
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U.S. Patent No: US 8,777,880 B2
Canadian Patent No: 2,804,531
Made in the USA
P/N 5011, V/05/28/2019

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  • Page 1 Electro Flo 5000 ® Airway Clearance System User Manual www.medsystems.com Rx only U.S. Patent No: US 8,777,880 B2 Canadian Patent No: 2,804,531 Made in the USA P/N 5011, V/05/28/2019...
  • Page 2 Electro Flo® 5000 – User Manual Page Intentionally Left Blank P/N 5011, V/05/28/2019...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Electro Flo® 5000 – User Manual Read this manual completely before using your Electro Flo® 5000 System Table of Contents Definitions ................4 How does the Electro Flo 5000 work? ........5 The Electro Flo 5000 ...............5 Indications for Use ..............6 Contraindications ..............6 Safety Instructions ..............7 Electro Flo 5000 System Description ........8...

  • Page 4: Definitions

    Electro Flo® 5000 – User Manual Definitions This manual contains words and symbols that bring attention to specific statements. – WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. – CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury, or failure or damage of the device.

  • Page 5: How Does The Electro Flo 5000 Work

    Gravity helps ensure effective outcomes by using postural drainage positions to aid in moving mucus from the lungs up to the throat for clearance. The Electro Flo 5000  Is designed for convenient, personalized Chest Physiotherapy (CPT)  May be self-administered over individual lobes ...

  • Page 6: Indications For Use

    Contraindications  The Electro Flo 5000 is not intended for infants or children less than 50 lbs.  The Electro Flo 5000 should not be used on patients who have severe calcium deficiencies or severe osteoporosis.

  • Page 7: Safety Instructions

    – or personal injury, follow these instructions:  Keep this device out of the reach of children.  Do not use the Electro Flo 5000 with or in water. Do not use near flammable anesthetics or near fire.  CAUTION...

  • Page 8: Electro Flo 5000 System Description

    Electro Flo® 5000 – User Manual Electro Flo 5000 System Description ® The Electro Flo 5000 System is composed of the following ® assemblies:  Control Box  Power Head  Carrying Case  User Manual  Accessory Self-Administrator® Strap The power and speed of percussion may be increased by turning the knobs clockwise.
  • Page 9 Electro Flo® 5000 – User Manual There is a 10 foot power cord to connect the Control Box to an outlet and a 6 foot cord between the Control Box and the Power Head. Electro Flo 5000 – Control Panel ®...

  • Page 10: Self-Administrator - Personalized Cpt

    It has adjustable straps that can be adjusted to fit anyone’s reach and for the treatment position being used. Adjustable Straps Refer to MED SYSTEMS website for a demonstrational video of percussion treatment with the Self-Administrator. P/N 5011, V/05/28/2019...

  • Page 11: Operating Instructions

    Electro Flo® 5000 – User Manual Operating Instructions Step 1 – Setup a) Begin by gathering all necessary materials such as tissues, pillows, and towels. b) Remove equipment from carrying case and set-up on a stable horizontal surface. c) Before plugging the unit in, fully turn both knobs counter clockwise on the Control Panel.
  • Page 12 When using the Self- Administrator Strap, place it on a flat surface with the opening toward you and the Med Systems logo away from you. f) Open the Velcro closure and insert the Electro Flo 5000 Power Head as Placing the shown.

  • Page 13: Step 2 - Treatment

    Electro Flo® 5000 – User Manual Step 2 – Treatment CAUTION Do not percuss over bare skin.  Do not percuss directly on the shoulder blade, collar  bone, spine, breast bone (sternum) or breasts. Do not place Self-Administrator over head or around ...
  • Page 14 Electro Flo® 5000 – User Manual d) Start at the lowest settings of power and speed as shown by the lines on the knobs. e) To achieve percussive action, turn the power knob one step from Stand By to 1. This will begin low power, slow speed percussive action.
  • Page 15 Electro Flo® 5000 – User Manual CAUTION  Percussion should not hurt. If it does, STOP. Reduce the pressure applied to the rear cover and /or reduce the power setting on the Control Box.  Do not block the fan vent with your hand or fingers. h) Treat each area to be drained for approximately 3...
  • Page 16 Electro Flo® 5000 – User Manual k) Positioning the Power Head firmly between your back and a desk chair allows for a hands free treatment. NOTE – If the Power Head slips out of the Self- Administrator during treatment, pulling the straps toward the chest will correct its position.

  • Page 17: Step 3 - Shutdown

    Electro Flo® 5000 – User Manual Step 3 – Shutdown a) After use, turn the power knob counter clockwise to the Stand-by position. This will stop percussion and cycling power, but allow the unit to cool with the fan running. b) If using the Self-Administrator, remove the Power Head from the strap and place it on a lint free surface for COOL DOWN.

  • Page 18: Cleaning Instructions

    Electro Flo® 5000 – User Manual Cleaning Instructions Control Box and Power Head While system is turned off and unplugged, wipe the outside of the Power Head and Control Box using an isopropyl alcohol (IPA) wipe or a disinfecting wipe, as needed. CAUTION - DO NOT spray disinfectant on the Control Box and Power Head;...

  • Page 19: Maintenance

    Disposal Please dispose of your retired percussor by contacting your local landfill and requesting a designated e-waste drop off location. Alternatively, you may return the retired unit to Med Systems for disposal. P/N 5011, V/05/28/2019...

  • Page 20: Repairs

    Electro Flo® 5000 – User Manual Repairs NOTE – The Electro Flo 5000 has no user-serviceable parts; contact MED SYSTEMS if it appears to be malfunctioning. 1. DO NOT DISASSEMBLE THE UNIT AT ANY TIME. 2. Any unit needing repair must be returned to MED SYSTEMS directly.

  • Page 21: Warranty

    United States and Canada. MED SYSTEMS warrants the Electro Flo 5000 System for one year from date of purchase in other countries. MED SYSTEMS shall replace or repair any product deemed defective, upon receipt of written claim of defect, at its option.

  • Page 22: Operating Environment

    Electro Flo® 5000 – User Manual Operating Environment Operating Temperature 50°F to 95°F (10°C to 35°C) Storage & Transport 32°F to 158°F (0°C to 70°C) Temperature Relative Humidity MAX 95%, Non-Condensing Specifications Category Specification Medical Chest Percussor Product Type Durable Medical Equipment Model Model 5000 Type BF, Patient...
  • Page 23 Electro Flo® 5000 – User Manual Page Intentionally Left Blank P/N 5011, V/05/28/2019...
  • Page 24 ISO 13485 Compliant Company 2631 Ariane Drive, San Diego, CA 92117, USA U.S. Toll Free 800-345-9061 Office 858-483-9671 Fax 858-483-9827 www.medsystems.com P/N 5011, V/05/28/2019...

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