Invacare HomeFill HF2ECE6, User Manual

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Safety
types of products Invacare suggests you wash your hands prior to
using the HomeFill unit. If the bottle fitting should come in contact
with such substances it should be cleaned off with a dry cloth prior
to connecting it to the compressor.
NEVER oil or lubricate the compressor coupler or bottle fittings.
NEVER use any penetrating oil or lubricant such as WD-40® or
3-IN-ONE®. If connection difficulty is experienced, verify that the
bottle fitting is being inserted straight down into the compressor
coupler. If continued difficulty is experienced, contact your supplier
for assistance.
DO NOT use a humidifier with this product.
DO NOT allow cylinders to tip or fall. Secure gas cylinders so they
cannot fall. Ensure cylinder is always in upright position.
DO NOT store cylinders near sources of heat or flame.
This product is equipped with a relief valve. If you hear a loud hissing
or popping sound coming from the product, discontinue use of
product, turn the flow selector to the “O” position, and contact your
dealer/Home Care equipment provider.
DO NOT use while sleeping without consulting your healthcare
provider.
This product is designed to operate with a standard or high flow
dual lumen, adult oxygen nasal cannula with a maximum length of
2.1 m (7 ft).
The cannula is for single patient use only.
Cannula MUST be installed on outlet connection prior to use.
DO NOT place the unit under clothing while in use. When this
product is in use a small amount of oxygen is vented. Wearing the
unit under clothing may saturate fabrics with oxygen and cause them
to burn rapidly if exposed to sparks or flame. It may take several
hours for oxygen levels in fabrics to return to normal.
DO NOT use HomeFill compressor unit, to fill cylinder outdoors
or anywhere below 13°C (55°F).
NEVER attempt to fill cylinder with anything other than the HomeFill
compressor.
2.3 Disposal
This product has been supplied from an environmentally aware
manufacturer that complies with the Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2002/96/CE. This product may contain
substances that could be harmful to the environment if disposed of in
places (landfills) that are not appropriate according to legislation.
Follow local governing ordinances and recycling plans regarding
disposal of the device or components normally used in operation.
The device does not generate waste or residue in operation. DO
NOT dispose of the device in the normal waste stream. Any
accessories not part of the device MUST be handled in accordance
with the individual product marking for disposal.
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