CAIRE FreeStyle Manual page 40

Ensure the cannula is fully inserted and secure. This ensures that the unit can
properly detect inspiration for oxygen delivery.
No Smoking or Open Flames. For safety concerns, all possible sources of
ignition must be kept away from the oxygen system and preferably out of the
room in which it is being used. Smoking in the proximity of an operation oxygen
concentrator is extremely dangerous and can permanently damage the device
and void the warranty. Keep the POC at least five (5 ft) feet (1.5 m) from heat
sources, sparking objects, or open flames.
Always place oxygen supply tubing and power cords in a manner that prevents
trip hazards or possible accidental strangulation.
To train your patient on mobility and ambulation, follow the procedures below:
TRAVELING BY VEHICLE
Ask your patient whether he or she will be using the device to travel by vehicle. If so, show your
patient how to safely use the POC while driving. Refer to the CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL
POWER section of this manual for proper setup of the unit in a vehicle.
Whenever possible, go to your patient's vehicle to demonstrate how to
connect the unit to DC power.
Be sure to accurately determine the amount of current the vehicle accessory
outlet is rated to supply.
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Avoid placing the FreeStyle or FreeStyle 5 in direct sunlight.
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Do not store the unit in a vehicle where the device may be subject to
extreme temperatures. Extreme heat or cold may impair operation and
damage the device and degrade the battery.
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When using the FreeStyle or FreeStyle 5 in a vehicle, check the cannula to
make sure it is not pinched or occluded.
Portable Oxygen Concentrator
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