CAIRE VisionAire 5, User Manual

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PN MN238-C4 A | User Manual ENG - 11
VisionAire Family
CAUTION: The Manufacturer rec-
ommends an alternate source of
supplemental oxygen in the event
of a power outage, alarm condition,
or mechanical failure. Consult your
physician or Equipment Provider for
the type of reserve system required.
CAUTION: It is very important to select only the
prescribed level of oxygen. Do not change the
flow selection unless you have been directed to
do so by a licensed clinician.
CAUTION: The Oxygen Concentrator may be
used during sleep under the recommendation
of a licensed clinician.
CAUTION: Operating or storing the Oxygen
Concentrator outside of its normal operating
temperature range can impair the performance
of the unit. Refer to the specification section of
this manual for storage and operating tempera-
ture limits.
CAUTION: In the event of an alarm or you ob-
serve the Oxygen Concentrator is not working
properly; consult the troubleshooting section of
this manual. If you cannot resolve the problem,
consult your Equipment Provider.
CAUTION: If the audio alarm is weak or does
not sound at all, consult your Equipment Pro-
vider immediately.
CAUTION: If the humidifier bottle tubing is not
properly connected to the humidifier bottle
fitting or to the oxygen outlet, an oxygen leak
can occur.
CAUTION: Normally, you should not need to ad-
just the flowmeter on your unit. If you turn the
flowmeter adjustment knob clockwise, you will
decrease and can shut off the flow of oxygen
from your unit. For your convenience, the flow-
meter is marked in ½ LPM increments. For units
equipped with the 2 LPM flowmeter option, the
flowmeter is marked in 1/8 LPM increments for
flow settings up to 2 LPM.
Note: Cannula must be non-kinking, which can be
used for a total length of 25 ft. (7.6 m) max.
Ensure the cannula is fully inserted and secure. You
should hear or feel oxygen flow to the prongs of
the nasal cannula. If oxygen does not seem to flow,
first verify that the flow meter ball is registering
a flow. Then, place the tip of the cannula into a
glass of water; if bubbles come out of the cannula,
oxygen is flowing. If bubbles do not appear, refer to
the troubleshooting section of this manual.
Note: Always follow the cannula manufacturer’s
instructions for proper use. Replace the disposable
cannula as recommended by the cannula manufac-
turer or your Equipment Provider. Additional sup-
plies are available from your Equipment Provider.
Note: The VisionAire Oxygen Concentrator must be
operated for at least five minutes at 2 LPM before
using the unit.
The VisionAire is appropriate for usage by two
users, provided the combined flow is a minimum of
2 LPM and does not exceed the maximum capacity
of the concentrator.
To Equipment Provider: The following oxygen ad-
ministration accessories are recommended for use
with the VisionAire Oxygen Concentrator:
• Humidifier Bottle: Part No. HU003-1
• Nasal Cannula with 7 feet (2.1 m) of tubing (6
LPM max): Part No. CU002-1
• OxySafe Kit: Part No. 20629671
Note: The Manufacturer does not recommend the
sterilization of this equipment.
Note: If the unit has not been used for an extended
period of time, it needs to operate for several
minutes before power failure alarm can become
activated.
Note: The concentrator releases warm air out the
bottom of the unit which can permanently discolor
temperature sensitive flooring surfaces such as
vinyl. The concentrator should not be used over
flooring that is sensitive to heat staining. The
Manufacturer is not responsible for flooring that
becomes discolored.
Note: To prevent a void warranty, follow all manu-
facturers’ instructions.
Note: Do not attempt any maintenance other than
the possible solutions listed within the manual.