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IMPORTANT
• It is recommended that the homecare provider lock the flow control knob to prevent inadvertent adjustment. A flow setting other than prescribed may affect the
patient therapy .
• Do not service or clean this device while in use with a Patient .
• Do not use a low-output flow meter with this concentrator.
• The Device is classified as IP21 which means it is protected against finger access to hazardous parts and protected against vertically falling water drops.
• Equipment not suitable for use in the presence of a flammable anesthetic mixture with air or with oxygen or nitrous oxide.
• This device contains electrical and/or electronic equipment . Follow local governing ordinances and recycling plans regarding disposal of device components .
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INTRODUCTION
This instruction guide will acquaint you with your Drive DeVilbiss oxygen concentrator . Make sure that you read and understand this guide before operating your unit . Important
safeguards are indicated throughout this guide . Pay special attention to all safety information . Contact your Drive DeVilbiss equipment provider should you have any questions .
Intended Use
The Drive DeVilbiss 10 Liter Oxygen Concentrator intended use is to provide supplemental low flow oxygen therapy for patients suffering from COPD, cardiovascular disease,
and lung disorders . The oxygen concentrator is used in home type environments, homes, nursing homes, patient care facilities, etc .
Indications For Use
The Drive DeVilbiss Oxygen Concentrator is intended for use as an oxygen concentrator to provide supplemental low flow oxygen therapy in the home, nursing homes, patient
care facilities, etc .
Contraindications
The device is not intended to be life supporting or life sustaining .
Essential Performance
Essential Performance of the Oxygen Concentrator is to deliver a continuous flow of oxygen enriched gas. Visual and audible alarms indicate if the device is not meeting
specification or a failure has been detected.
Service Life
The expected service life of the 1025 is 5 years of operation, when used in accordance with all manufacturer guidance for safe use, maintenance, storage, handling and
general operation . Expected service life of the unit, and in particular the sieve beds and compressor, may vary based on the operating environment, storage, handling and the
frequency and intensity of use .
Why Your Physician Prescribed Supplemental Oxygen
Today, many people suffer from heart, lung and other respiratory diseases. Many of these people can benefit from supplemental oxygen therapy. Your body requires a steady
supply of oxygen to function properly . Your physician prescribed supplemental oxygen for you, because you are not getting enough oxygen from room air alone . Supplemental
oxygen will increase the amount of oxygen that your body receives .
Supplemental oxygen is not addictive. Your physician prescribed a specific oxygen flow to improve symptoms such as headaches, drowsiness, confusion, fatigue or increased
irritability . If these symptoms persist after you begin your supplemental oxygen program, consult your physician .
The oxygen delivery setting has to be determined for each patient individually with the configuration of the equipment to be used, including accessories.
The proper placement and positioning of the prongs of the nasal cannula in the nose is critical to the amount of oxygen delivered to the respiratory system of the patient .
Your Delivery settings of the oxygen concentrator should be periodically reassessed for the effectiveness of therapy .
How Your Drive DeVilbiss Oxygen Concentrator Works
Oxygen concentrators are the most reliable, efficient and convenient source of supplemental oxygen available today. The oxygen concentrator is electrically operated. The unit
separates oxygen from room air which allows high-purity supplemental oxygen to be delivered to you through the oxygen outlet. Although the concentrator filters the oxygen in
a room, it will not affect the normal amount of oxygen in your room .
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