Oxygen Concentrator
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Record Hours of Operation
To help maintain the Companion 5, you may obtain the total
hours of operation.
Hour Meter
A digital hour meter is mounted on the PCB and is displayed on
the concentrator’s front panel. Its purpose is to continually count
and display the hours that the concentrator has been in
operation. The hour meter cannot be re-set and displays time to
the nearest tenth of an hour.
Cleaning the Companion 5
Clean inside the unit, as needed, using a small vacuum
cleaner or brush to remove any accumulation of dust or debris
prior to at-taching the covers.
Use mild detergent solution to clean the cabinet. Turn OFF the
Companion 5 and discon nect from AC power before any
cleaning or disinfection activity. DO NOT spray the cabinet. Use
a damp (not soaking wet) cloth or sponge. Spray the cloth or
sponge with a mild detergent solution to clean the cabinet and
power cord. To disinfect the Companion 5, use Lysol® Brand II
disinfectant or equivalent. Dilute as directed by manufacturer of
cleaning the product, but do not spray
liquid
directly on
Companion 5.
WARNING:
Turn off the Companion 5 and disconnect from
AC power. DO NOT use denatured alcohol or
apply liquid spray or aerosol cleaners.
Shipping and Transporting the
Companion 5
When shipping the Companion 5, use original packaging if
possible. If original packaging material is not available, then
place the Companion 5 in a plastic bag and surround the
concentrator with a minimum of two inches of soft foam
packing material or bubble wrap. Place the Companion 5 in
an appropriate cardboard box for shipping.
WARNING:
DO NOT expose the Companion 5 to water.
Electrical shock or damage to the unit may
result.
Storing the Companion 5
Heat and humidity may degrade performance or severely
damage the Companion 5. Store the device in a cool, dry,
protected area away from high temperatures, moisture and
humidity.
Discarding
Local environmental laws may prohibit disposal of electrical
and/ or electronic equipment such as the Companion 5.
Contact the local city or town offices for instructions on
proper disposal of electrical or electronic equipment.
Alternately, CAIRE Inc. may be contacted for disposal
information.
