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Gross Particle Filters:
There is a gross particle (foam) filter located at the bottom of the device at the filter door. This filter does not require any patient maintenance
or cleaning, but should be replaced every 2 years as part of preventative maintenance or more frequently as needed.
An OPTIONAL gross partcile filter can also be used in the handle of the device. This is not required for proper operation, but can be utilized
for harsh environments or provider requirements. If this is in use, the patient should inspect and clean it once weekly.
HEPA Filter
The HEPA filter is located inside of the Companion 5 on the front case half of the unit. It is designed to last the life of the unit and does not
have a requirement for replacement.
Preventative Maintenance
Preventative Maintenance (PM) should be performed every 2 years. It can be performed more frequently as required by the provider based on
their requirements or dirty operating environments. Preventative Maintenance consists of:
• Replace the Air Intake Filter
• Replace the gross partcile filter at the bottom of the device.
Maintenance should not be performed by patients. Note: Step-by-step instructions for these maintenance procedures can be found in the
Provider Technical Manual.
Oxygen Concentration
The Companion 5 will produce oxygen at 90% (+5.5/-3%) at all flow rates.
Oxygen concentration should be tested upon delivery to a patient and at periodic intervals determing by the equipment provider.
Hour Meter
The LCD hour meter is clearly visible to the right of the flow meter on the front of the Companion 5. It displays the cumulative hours to the
nearest tenth and cannot be re-set.
The hour meter will display a diagnostic alarm code if the Companion 5 is in an alarm condition.
Alarms
Condition
Visual Indicator
Audible Indicator
Alarm Code
None
Green Solid Light
None
None
System Malfunction
Red Solid Light
Continuous Alarm
AL-P01
Power Loss
Red Solid Light
Continuous Alarm
AL-P02
Low Flow
Red Flashing Light
Beeping
AL-P20
High Flow
Red Flashing Light
Beeping
AL-P40
Low O2 Concentration (<85%)**
Yellow Flashing Light
Beeping
AL-P08
Low O2 Concentration (<70%)**
Yellow Solid Light
Continuous
AL-P04
**Only for OCSI units**.
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Technology
Companion 5 features a patent-pending variable valve timing system that adjusts the valve cycle timing based on flow rate.
• Reduces power below 300W @ 3.0LPM below.
• Reduced operating temperatures, system pressures, sound levels, and component strain at lower flow rates.
• Reduces compressor lead by 25%
