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eQuinox

Optional Humidifier

contamination. Follow the cleaning recommendations provided 

WARNING: DO NOT USE LIQUID DIRECTLY ON THE UNIT.  
A LIST OF UNDESIRABLE CHEMICAL AGENTS INCLUDES 
BUT IS NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING: ALCOHOL AND 

ALCOHOL

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BASED PRODUCTS, CONCENTRATED CHLORINE-BASED 

PRODUCTS (ETHYLENE CHLORIDE), AND OIL- BASED PRODUCTS 
(PINE-SOL®, LESTOIL®). THESE ARE NOT TO BE USED TO CLEAN THE 
PLASTIC

 

HOUSING ON OXYGEN CONCENTRATOR, AS THEY CAN DAM

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AGE THE

 

UNIT’S PLASTIC.

CAUTION: DO NOT operate the eQuinox and ambulate 
while a humidifier is attached. Remove the humidifier 
bottle before walking. DO NOT lay the eQuinox down while 

attached to a humidifier bottle.

Universal Cart

Before cleaning the Universal Cart, remove it from the eQuinox. 

Use a damp (not wet) cloth or sponge and mild detergent solution 

to clean the Universal Cart.

Power Cartridge (Battery)

The Battery in the eQuinox requires special care to assure a 

longer life and the highest level of performance. The SeQual 

Battery is the only approved Battery recommended for use with 

the eQuinox.

Use a damp (not wet) cloth or sponge to clean the Battery. First 

spray the cloth or sponge with a mild detergent then clean the 

Battery case and the latch.  

SeQual Recommended Monthly Battery Service: Run the 

eQuinox on Battery completely down to power loss condition 

(red light and alarm). Plug eQuinox into AC power and recharge 

until full on indicator. The device does not have to be running to 

charge (which allows for shorter charge time).

SeQual recommends replacing the power cartridge after 2 years.

Battery Disposal

Your Battery is rechargeable and can be recycled. Always return 

it to your home care provider for proper disposal. You can also 

disposal of the Battery.

AC Power Supply, 12VDC Cable, Power Cord and Outer Case: 

Turn OFF the eQuinox and disconnect from AC or DC power 

before any cleaning or disinfection activity. DO NOT spray the 

outer case directly. Use a damp (not wet) cloth or sponge. Spray 

the cloth or sponge with a mild detergent solution to clean the 

cabinet and power supplies. To disinfect the eQuinox, use Lysol® 

Brand II disinfectant (or equivalent). Proceed as directed by the 

cleaner manufacturer.  

WARNING: ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD.  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. ONLY 
YOUR EQUIPMENT PROVIDER OR A QUALIFIED SERVICE TECHNICIAN 
SHOULD REMOVE THE COVERS OR SERVICE THE UNIT. DO NOT USE 
LIQUID DIRECTLY ON THE UNIT.  A LIST OF UNDESIRABLE CHEMICAL 
AGENTS INCLUDES BUT IS NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING: AL-
COHOL AND ALCOHOL-BASED PRODUCTS, CONCENTRATED CHLO-
RINE-BASED PRODUCTS (ETHYLENE CHLORIDE), AND OIL- BASED 
PRODUCTS (PINE-SOL®, LESTOIL®). THESE ARE NOT TO BE USED TO 
CLEAN THE PLASTIC HOUSING ON OXYGEN CONCENTRATOR, AS THEY

 

CAN DAMAGE THE UNIT’S PLASTIC.
WARNING: ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD.  DISCONNECT THE POWER 
CORD FROM THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET BEFORE YOU CLEAN THE UNIT 
TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL ELECTRICAL SHOCK AND BURN HAZARD. 
ONLY YOUR EQUIPMENT PROVIDER OR A QUALIFIED SERVICE TECHNI-
CIAN SHOULD REMOVE THE COVERS OR SERVICE THE UNIT.
WARNING: CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN TO PREVENT THE OXYGEN CON-
CENTRATOR AND THE BATTERY FROM GETTING WET OR ALLOWING 
FLUIDS TO ENTER THE UNIT. THIS CAN CAUSE A MALFUNCTION OR 
SHUT DOWN, AND CAUSE AN INCREASED RISK FOR ELECTRICAL 
SHOCK OR BURNS.
WARNING: CLEAN THE CABINET, CONTROL PANEL, AND POWER 
CORD ONLY WITH A MILD HOUSEHOLD CLEANER APPLIED WITH A 
DAMP (NOT WET) CLOTH OR SPONGE, AND THEN WIPE ALL SURFACES 
DRY. DO NOT ALLOW ANY LIQUID TO GET INSIDE THE DEVICE. PAY 
SPECIAL ATTENTION TO THE OXYGEN OUTLET FOR THE CANNULA 
CONNECTION TO MAKE SURE IT REMAINS FREE OF DUST, WATER, 
AND PARTICLES.

Summary of Contents for eQuinox

Page 1: ...eQuinoxTM User Manual eQuinox...

Page 2: ...Output Do not get wet Type B Applied Part degree of protection against electric shock the applicable U S and Canadian standards Recycle Symbol This device complies with the requirements of Directive 9...

Page 3: ...ations for Use 7 Contraindications for Use 7 Safety Guidelines 7 Recommended Operating Environments 9 Operating Instructions 10 First Time eQuinox Operation 14 User Troubleshooting Table 16 Cleaning C...

Page 4: ...s Cautions and additional device information in the rest of this manual Become familiar with the key features of the eQuinox and the User Control Panel BACK Power Cartridge Latch Exhaust Vent Power Ca...

Page 5: ...Pulse Dose Mode Indicator illuminates and a pulse of oxygen is delivered with each inspiratory effort ALERT Yellow Indicator Low and Medium Priority Alerts When illuminated this indicates a low priori...

Page 6: ...g the eQuinox 7 Universal Cart Operation Flow Mode Button and Indicator Pressing this button repeatedly will toggle you back and forth between 0 5 and 3 0 LPM In Pulse Dose Mode oxygen is supplied in...

Page 7: ...S WITHIN THE SAME ROOM OF 1 THIS DEVICE OR 2 ANY OXYGEN CARRYING ACCESSORY FAILURE TO OBSERVE THIS WARNING CAN RESULT IN SEVERE FIRE PROPERTY DAMAGE AND OR CAUSE PHYSICAL INJURY OR DEATH WARNING DO NO...

Page 8: ...XYGEN CONCENTRATOR IN THE PRESENCE OF FLAMMABLE GASES THIS CAN RESULT IN RAPID BURNING CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE BODILY INJURIES OR DEATH WARNING REMOVING THE CANNULA AND PUTTING IT ON CLOTH ING BEDDING...

Page 9: ...rmal operating temperature before being turned on Refer to the Specifications section in this manual Note When the automobile in which you are using the Oxygen Con centrator unit is turned off disconn...

Page 10: ...wer source and replenish the battery Proper connection of the AC Supply or 12VDC cable requires aligning the power plug with the recessed external power receptacle on the eQuinox The recessed external...

Page 11: ...Flow Setting Continuous Bolus Size mL Pulse 0 5 Yes 1 0 Yes 16 Yes 1 5 Yes 24 Yes 2 0 Yes 32 Yes 2 5 Yes 40 Yes 3 0 Yes 48 Yes 56 Yes 64 Yes 72 Yes 80 Yes 88 Yes 96 Yes 128 Yes 160 Yes 192 Yes Note W...

Page 12: ...if not fully charged or too warm If the Battery is not present or fully discharged during an AC power interruption the eQuinox will shut down and alarm The Battery is fully discharged when the Power...

Page 13: ...ry charges when in the device is operating on AC power only The Battery will also charge from the optional Desktop Charger Typical New Power Cartridge Operating Times Operating Type Battery Type 12 ce...

Page 14: ...ulse Dose Mode and Continuous Flow Mode The proper mode and proper setting should be prescribed for you by your physician Continuous Flow Mode Operation When operating in the Continuous Flow Mode a co...

Page 15: ...for use with the Oxygen Concentrator Nasal Cannula with 7 feet 2 1 m of tubing PN 5408 SEQ For any additional recommended accessories please see the Accessories Catalog PN ML LOX0010 available on www...

Page 16: ...re adequate air flow Filter restricted Clean or replace Air Inlet Filter Position your eQuinox to ensure adequate air flow Exceeding maximum breath rate in Pulse Dose mode See Pulse Dose mode Breath R...

Page 17: ...you with cleaning disinfection and replacement information Cleaning Care Routine Maintenance CAUTION Do not operate the Oxygen Concentrator with out the air intake filter in place If a second filter i...

Page 18: ...Cable Power Cord and Outer Case Turn OFF the eQuinox and disconnect from AC or DC power before any cleaning or disinfection activity DO NOT spray the outer case directly Use a damp not wet cloth or s...

Page 19: ...92 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 8 9 Table is based on 15 Breaths Per Minute for Pulse Dose Mode only Pulse Dose Mode Power Cartridge Airline Travel Table mL SETTING FLIGHT LENGTH in Hrs During taxi take off and la...

Page 20: ...82 2473 Worldwide www CAIREmedical com Medical Product Services GmbH Borngasse 20 35619 Braunfels Germany Worldwide www CAIREmedical com PN 4805 C3_01 A Chart SeQual Technologies Inc reserves the righ...

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