2. SAFETY NOTES
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1.3 Placement
Select a room in your home where using your oxygen concentrator would be
most convenient. Your concentrator can easily roll from room to room on its
casters.
Do not place the oxygen concentrator in an area where its airflow may be
obstructed.
Be sure to place the oxygen concentrator so that all sides are at least 10 cm
(4
”) away from walls, draperies, furniture, or similar surfaces. Avoid placing on
deep pile carpets. Avoid placing near heaters, radiators, and hot air registers.
Do not place the unit in a confined area.
The oxygen concentrator MUST be kept away from heat, fire, and water
sources.
The oxygen concentrator should be placed in an area that is clear of pollutants
and fumes.
Do not place items on top of the concentrator.
NEVER block the air intake or air exhaust of the device, and keep them free
from lint, hair, and dust.
Do not place the unit on a soft surface, such as a bed or couch, where the
concentrator may tip or fall.
1.4 Fire Warning and Explosion
Keep the concentrator away from flammable and explosive areas.
Users MUST NOT SMOKE while using this device. Keep all matches, lighted
cigarettes or other sources of ignition out of the room in which this product is being
used. NO SMOKING signs should be prominently displayed. Textiles and other
materials, even those that may not normally burn easily, will quickly ignite and burn
with high intensity when exposed to oxygen-enriched air. Failure to observe this
warning can result in severe fire, property damage, physical injury, or DEATH.
Use of oxygen therapy requires that special care be taken to reduce the risk of
fire. Many materials, even those that may not be flammable under normal
conditions, are easily ignited and will burn rapidly when exposed to high
