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PN 13402391 D | User Manual    9 - ENG

EMS 20

Troubleshooting

Issue

Solution

Inadequate Flow

• Verify flow control knob is on correct flow rate setting
• Verify flow control knob is not set in between flow rates.
• Verify liquid oxygen is in unit
• Verify if cannula is kinked or pinched
• Verify if cannula is properly connected to unit

NOTE: If issues persists, contact your service provider.

The liquid level meter 
does not work or is not 
accurate.

• The battery may need to be replaced or the meter re-calibrated. Contact service 

provider for assistance.

The low battery LED 
illuminated on liquid level 
meter.

• Contact service provider for assistance.

Frosting on coils of EMS 
20.

• Frosting on coils is normal operation when breathing off of EMS 20.

There is frosting on tank 
or side of EMS 20.

• Frosting on outside of tank is abnormal; contact service provider for assistance.

There is a hissing sound 
emanating from EMS 20.

• During normal operation the unit's primary relief valve will open from time to 

time to relieve excess pressure, especially soon after filling.

• If hissing is persistent or abnormal, this could indicate excess pressure being 

vented off or a leak in the system.  Contact service provider for assistance.

Liquid Oxygen evacuating 
from blue QDV.

• The QDV may have frozen open.  Open windows if possible and evacuate area 

immediately.  Contact service provider.

• To prevent frozen QDV, be sure to wipe QDV with dry lint free cloth before and 

after filling your portable.

Condensation or water 
pooling up on floor.

• As the frost melts on the coils, water may accumulate on the floor if the con-

densate bottle is not used or is full. Verify that condensate bottle is installed 
properly and emptied as needed.

Portable takes a long 
time to fill.

• It could take several minutes to fill portable device if the portable device is warm 

or hasn't been used recently.

• Consult user manual for your portable liquid oxygen device.

Portable not filling.

• Ensure reservoir tank has sufficient liquid to fill your portable device. Ensure 

portable device is pushed onto QDV correctly and the portable vent valve lever 
is held in the open position.

• Consult user manual for your portable liquid oxygen device.

Summary of Contents for EMS 20

Page 1: ...EMS 20 User Manual English...

Page 2: ...ual must be read Reg M002 Keep away from open flame fire sparks Open ignition source and smoking prohibited Reg P003 Do not smoke near unit or while operating unit Reg P002 Warning Reg W001 ADR Europe...

Page 3: ...y 21 0 L 50 7 lb 23 kg Gaseous Equivalent Capacity 17 337 L Weight Empty 39 lb 17 96 kg Weight Filled 89 7 lb 40 69 kg Height 24 5 in 622 mm Diameter 14 in 356 mm Typical use time at 2 LPM 6 days 12 h...

Page 4: ...The unit contains liquid oxygen which is extremely cold almost 300 F 184 C Exposure to such a low temperature can cause severe frostbite Liquid and gaseous oxygen though nonflammable cause other mater...

Page 5: ...tion OI contains the instruc tions for using the EMS system as well as informa tion regarding available accessories For detailed instructions regarding accessories please see their respective document...

Page 6: ...ne by pressing QDV poppet at end of transfer line against non painted surface for a few seconds 4 Connect pressure gauge to oxygen outlet and open outlet valve 5 Open vent valve on EMS unit 6 Connect...

Page 7: ...h continuous use the EMS 20 may develop an excessive amount of ice on the warming and breathing coils within the shroud You should defrost the unit between liquid oxygen fills to prevent this ice buil...

Page 8: ...between each fill to prevent freezing and possible equipment failure There are no user serviceable parts in the EMS 20s Your service provider is responsible for any mainte nance that my be required p...

Page 9: ...me to relieve excess pressure especially soon after filling If hissing is persistent or abnormal this could indicate excess pressure being vented off or a leak in the system Contact service provider f...

Page 10: ...e manual Disposal Always return EMS 20 including all components to your homecare provider for proper disposal You can also contact your local city or town offices for instructions on proper disposal o...

Page 11: ...C infor mation provided in this manual Caution Portable and mobile radio frequency RF communications equipment can affect Medical Electrical Equipment Caution The EMS 20 should not be used adjacent to...

Page 12: ...equipment which has been tested to specific test levels and over specific frequency ranges and been found compliant with regulations Table 3 Guidance and manufacturers declaration electromagnetic immu...

Page 13: ...by an electromagnetic site surveya should be less than the compliance level in each frequency rangeb Interference may occur in the vicinity of equip ment marked with the following symbol Test frequen...

Page 14: ...14 ENG PN 13402391 D User Manual EMS 20 Notes...

Page 15: ...PN 13402391 D User Manual 15 ENG EMS 20 Notes...

Page 16: ...ions specifications and or processes to its products at any time without prior notice and with no further obligation or consequence All rights not expressly stated herein are reserved by us as applica...

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