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PROVIDER TECHNICAL MANUAL

Companion 5

Oxygen Concentrator

Summary of Contents for Companion 5

Page 1: ...PROVIDER TECHNICAL MANUAL Companion 5 Oxygen Concentrator...

Page 2: ...Up 17 Adjust Flow Control Rate 18 Maintenance Patient 19 Clean and Care for Tubing and Cannula 19 Clean the Cabinet 19 Patient Training Checklist 19 Table of Contents Preventive Maintenance Provider 2...

Page 3: ...peration Providers are given proper guidance in the use of the Com panion 5 and its accessories that can be conveyed to patients Providers are made aware of the care diagnostics mainte nance and repai...

Page 4: ...Introduction to the Companion 5 Oxygen Concentrator FRONT Companion 5 LED Display Power Switch Flow Meter Oxygen Outlet Barb Humidifier Bottle Support Stand Bottle optional LCD Display Outer Case BAC...

Page 5: ...ygen Concentration below 85 OCSI models only Nominal Sound Level 2 0 LPM Continuous Flow 40 dB A Operating Environment Temperature Humidity 41 F to 104 F 5 to 40 C 10 to 95 Non condensing 82 4 F 28 C...

Page 6: ...and Drug Administration FDA and as a Class IIA device by the European Medical Device Directive MDD Provider Support Policy Objective As a manufacturer our organizational goal is to provide customer s...

Page 7: ...e observed to verify normal operation in the configuration in which it will be used Guidance and Manufacturer s Declaration electromagnetic emissions The Companion 5 is intended for use in the electro...

Page 8: ...o line s 2 kV line s to earth 1 kV line s to line s 2 kV line s to earth Mains power quality should be that of a typical commercial or hospital environment Voltage dips short interruptions and voltage...

Page 9: ...rs as determined by an electromagnetic site survey a should be less than the compliance level in each frequency range b Interference may occur in the vicinity of equipment marked with the following sy...

Page 10: ...transmitter W Separation distance according to frequency of transmitter m 150 kHz to 80 MHz 80 MHz to 800 MHz 800 MHz to 2 5 GHz 0 01 0 12 0 12 0 23 0 1 0 38 0 38 0 73 1 1 2 1 2 2 3 10 3 8 3 8 7 3 100...

Page 11: ...alve that controls volumetric flow LPM to the patient Is read against the printed scale HEPA Filter HEPA level filtration of outlet flow Printed Circuit Board PCB Responsible for all of the electrical...

Page 12: ...anual After exiting the concentration and flow rate sensors oxygen flows through the flow control valve FCV at the LPM flow rate selected by the patient and indicated on the flow meter The oxygen gas...

Page 13: ...in operation and to display alarm conditions The LCD display cannot be re set and displays time to the nearest tenth of an hour Audible Alarm The CAIRE Companion 5 contains an audible buzzer that is...

Page 14: ...ion of this manual The concentrator takes several minutes to build internal pressure and concentration This is known as the warm up period and the signal from the sensor is ignored by the PCB for ten...

Page 15: ...ied Part degree of protection against electric shock This device complies with the requirements of Directive 93 42 EEC concerning medical devices It therefore bears the CE marking as shown This symbol...

Page 16: ...ncentrator Setting up and training your patient to use the Companion 5 has never been easier You can expect your patients and care providers to easily learn how to use the device by following the dire...

Page 17: ...de air circulation Warning Avoid placing the unit over a floor heat register or against a baseboard heating system Warning Do not use in the presence of flammable anesthetics solvents aerosols or flam...

Page 18: ...decrease flow The middle of the ball indicates flow rate There are two sets of lines front and back In the example below the flow meter would read 4LPM WARNING It is very important to select only the...

Page 19: ...nion 5 use Lysol Brand II disinfec tant or equivalent Spray or wet a cloth or sponge with the disinfectant DO NOT spray the cabinet or the LED LCD display Proceed as directed by the manufacturer Patie...

Page 20: ...ronment in which the Companion 5 is used Inspect AC Power cord and plug for damage Read and record hour meter Check flow rate concentration and alarm functions Replace air intake filter and HEPA filte...

Page 21: ...position and unplug the electrical cord 2 Use a long stem Phillips to remove the 6 screws from the back case 3 Separate the front case from the back case 4 Disconnect the HEPA filter from the outlet...

Page 22: ...concentration at least once every six months for non OCSI units 1 Plug the AC Power Cord into an electrical outlet and turn the power switch in the ON I position 2 Allow the concentrator to run conti...

Page 23: ...uivalent Proceed as directed by the manufacturer WARNING Disconnect and remove ALL power supply con nectors before cleaning the exterior cabinet DO NOT use denatured alcohol or apply liquid spray or a...

Page 24: ...oncen trator or recorded in accordance with your company s standard procedure Whenever the case of the Companion 5 is opened the flow rate concentration and alarm status should be verified per the Tes...

Page 25: ...cceptable range per Table 8 4 Make sure the unit is cycling properly by observing the flow meter ball is stable flow meter ball does not move up and down more than liter 5 Place your thumb over outlet...

Page 26: ...eaks Verify that there are no leaks and that all connections are secure Replace any tubing or parts if necessary 7 Flow Meter Malfunction Verify the functionality and accuracy of the flow meter Replac...

Page 27: ...ify that the power switch is plugged into to the main circuit board Replace the power switch if necessary 3 Electrical Cord Malfunction Verify that the electrical cord is plugged into to the main circ...

Page 28: ...tor The audible buzzer has the ability to both pulse beep and to sound continu ously There are 3 LED warning lights that are visible on the front of the Companion 5 1 Green LED Indicates normal operat...

Page 29: ...P40 Beeping Red Flashing High Product Flow Rate AL P04 Beeping Yellow Flashing Failed O2 Alarm Condition O2 Levels Less Than 70 1 Ensure the air intake filter is not is not clogged or restricted 2 En...

Page 30: ...acement parts must be factory ap proved They should be marked Cleaned for Oxygen Service and should be stored in sealed plastic bags Use only replacement parts authorized by CAIRE Inc Service of the C...

Page 31: ...components Outlet Pressure Test 1 Turn the power switch to the ON position 2 Set the flow meter to 5 LPM 3 Allow the concentrator to run for a minimum of ten 10 minutes 4 Connect an external test pre...

Page 32: ...s shown in table below 6 Flow Rate must be 10 or 200ml min whichever is greater See table below Table 8 Flow Rate Tolerances Flow Setting LPM Minimum Actual Flow LPM Maximum Actual Flow LPM 0 5 0 30 0...

Page 33: ...nit s I 0 power switch to the I position 2 Turn the flow meter adjustment knob counter clockwise until it reaches maximum flow 3 Allow the unit to run for ten minutes 4 Install test pressure gauge to...

Page 34: ...tor 4 Turn the regulator counter clockwise to disconnect it from the sieve bed base Showing Connections to Pressure Regulator 6 To replace reverse steps 1 5 Flapper Check Valve 1 Press the power switc...

Page 35: ...eve bed to moisture 3 Disconnect the capacitor s wires CAUTION Do not touch capacitor wire contacts because of risk of electrical shock 4 Pull upward to remove capacitor 5 Remove the four 4 screws fro...

Page 36: ...e electrical cord 2 Remove the outer case 3 Disconnect all wires from the PCB noting location of wires connected to PCB PCB connections Mounting Screws 4 Remove the four 4 mounting screws on the PCB u...

Page 37: ...d 4 Pull outward on the top of the sieve bed assembly to remove it from the grommet at the top of the case 5 Lift upward to remove the sieve beds and product holding chamber from the base of the conce...

Page 38: ...tward on the flow meter from the outside of the con centrator to remove it 6 To replace reverse steps 1 5 Power Cord 1 Press the power switch in the OFF position and unplug the electrical cord 2 Remov...

Page 39: ...Oxygen Concentrator PN 14940837 B 39 Parts Price List Contact Customer Service or visit www CAIREmedical com to obtain your parts list...

Page 40: ...the Humidifier Adapter to the oxygen outlet port of the Companion 5 and then to the humidifier Attach the cannula or oxygen tubing to the humidifier outlet Salter Labs Oxygen Supply Tubing Part Numbe...

Page 41: ...35619 Braunfels Germany E mail techservice europe chart ind com www CAIREmedical com Companion 5 are registered trademarks of CAIRE Inc PRO2 Check Elite is a trademark of Salter Labs Inc Lysol is a re...

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