Routine Maintenance By The Patient - CAIRE FreeStyle Manual

TRAVELING BY TRAIN
When traveling by train, instruct your patient to inform the rail line in advance that the
FreeStyle or FreeStyle 5 will be used onboard. Operate the unit only from the battery pack. The
patient must ensure that they have an adequate number of spare batteries to last for the
duration of their trip.
USAGE DURING SLEEP
CAIRE recommends that the FreeStyle or FreeStyle 5 be used while sleeping with the guidance
of the prescribing clinician. In addition, some patients who mouth-breathe while asleep may
benefit from the use of a chin strap.
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE BY THE PATIENT
To ensure accurate output and efficient operation of the unit, the patient must perform simple
routine maintenance tasks:
• Clean the air intake / gross particle filter, cabinet, and power supplies weekly.
CLEANING THE AIR INTAKE / GROSS PARTICLE FILTER
Turn OFF the unit and disconnect the power cord from the electrical
outlet before you clean the unit to prevent accidental electrical shock
and burn hazard.
Remove the battery from the unit before performing any maintenance to
prevent accidental electrical shock and burn hazard.
The FreeStyle or FreeStyle 5 must be off and disconnected from external power
before removing the battery pack.
The patient must clean this filter weekly, as described below. The filter may
require daily cleaning if the unit operates in a harsh environment, for example, a
house heated by wood, kerosene, or oil, or one with excessive cigarette smoke.
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