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General| Brand | CAIRE |
|---|---|
| Model | HELiOS Marathon H850 |
| Category | Oxygen Equipment |
| Language | English |
This section contains important safety information related to general use of the HELIOS MARATHON H850 portable oxygen system.
Warnings alert the user to potential serious outcomes (death, injury, or adverse events) to the patient or user.
Cautions alert the user to exercise care necessary for the safe and effective use of the HELIOS Marathon H850 portable oxygen unit.
Explains the meaning of various symbols used in the manual and on the equipment.
Basic safety information provided on the HELIOS MARATHON H850 portable oxygen unit label.
Warns that the exterior can become extremely cold at higher flow rates, advising to avoid skin contact.
Advises using a specified nasal cannula and notes design variations affecting the conserving device.
Advises using the oxygen supply line only when the H850 flow control knob is set to a demand mode.
Introduces the section on how to use the HELIOS MARATHON H850 portable oxygen unit, emphasizing safety and position.
Provides step-by-step instructions for filling the portable oxygen unit from the reservoir.
Warns about extreme cold hazard and not leaving the unit unattended during filling.
Specifies cleaning fill connectors on both units with a clean, dry, lint-free cloth to prevent issues.
Guides on positioning the portable oxygen unit over the reservoir's recessed area for filling.
Details carefully lowering the unit to ensure alignment of the fill connectors for proper engagement.
Instructions on pressing the unit down to engage connectors, avoiding the release button, and maintaining force.
Warns against opening the vent valve during non-fill use due to fire hazard or personal injury risks.
Describes how to close the portable oxygen unit vent valve when the filling process is complete.
Provides steps if the vent valve fails to close, including disengaging and warming the unit.
Warns about touching liquid oxygen due to extreme cold and about keeping clear during disengagement to avoid injury.
Provides steps for disconnecting the portable oxygen unit from the reservoir by pressing the release button.
Advises allowing frozen parts to warm before disengaging and provides steps for minor leaks during disengagement.
Instructions on how to check the portable oxygen unit's contents indicator to ensure it is full.
Warns against overfilling, as it can cause liquid oxygen spray and injury.
Lists recommended reservoirs and notes filling times may vary or require wait times.
Details positioning the unit on its back with the flow control knob OFF during the wait time after filling.
Explains how to breathe from the unit using a dual-lumen nasal cannula, including cannula designs.
Instructions for attaching both ends of the dual-lumen cannula to the portable oxygen unit, noting connector functions.
Explains how to set the oxygen flow rate using continuous and demand modes based on physician prescription.
Details setting the flow control knob counterclockwise for continuous flow rates (C1-C6).
Details setting the flow control knob clockwise for demand flow rates (D1.5-D4).
Guides on placing the cannula tips into nostrils and adjusting the tubing for comfort in standard or alternate positions.
Describes routing tubing over ears and under chin for a comfortable, standard cannula placement.
Describes routing tubing over the head from behind for an alternate cannula placement.
Instructions on checking the indicator for remaining liquid oxygen levels in the portable unit.
Warns against placing the unit on its face, which can cause malfunction, leaks, frostbite, and reduce time away from the reservoir.
Describes acceptable positions for the unit: sitting upright, lying flat on its back, or angled between the two.
Details unacceptable positions, including lying on its front or edge, which can cause oxygen loss or frostbite.
Steps for threading the oxygen supply line nut onto the reservoir oxygen supply outlet and ensuring a tight connection.
Instructions for connecting the opposite end of the supply line to the portable oxygen unit's oxygen supply connector.
How to check the reservoir contents using the indicator and what the green or yellow lights signify.
Advises avoiding damage or tripping hazards for the unrolled supply line and checking for frost as a sign of damage.
Provides steps for disconnecting the supply line by pressing the release button and removing the unit.
Advice on planning routes, checking oxygen supply, and finding refill locations when traveling by car.
Advises contacting bus companies regarding policies for supplemental oxygen use on board.
Information on airline restrictions, prescriptions, and arrangements for oxygen use during flights.
Advises contacting railway lines about policies for supplemental oxygen use on board their trains.
Advises notifying travel agents/cruise lines about oxygen needs and supply arrangements for ship travel.
Instructions for checking the liquid oxygen contents in the reservoir using the indicator and interpreting the light signals.
Instructions for cleaning the portable oxygen unit and reservoir components, with specific warnings about cleaning agents.
Warns against using alcohol, solvents, or oily substances for cleaning and allowing water into controls/connectors.
Instructions on how to empty the moisture container when it reaches the full line to prevent overflow.
Warns against attempting repair or disassembly, advising to call the supplier for any issues.
Instructions on how to replace the reservoir battery when indicated by a yellow light on the contents indicator.
Introduces the troubleshooting section to help solve simple operational problems with the portable oxygen unit.
Guides users to identify problems and take corrective actions, or contact CAIRE Inc. Technical Support.
Addresses issues where the unit does not pulse after filling, potentially due to pressure loss during the filling process.
Explains that hissing after filling or at low settings is normal but can indicate a leak or internal pressure correction.
Addresses excessive frost and hissing, distinguishing normal occurrence from potential malfunction requiring service.
Lists checks for when the unit stops pulsing, including flow settings, cannula connections, and cannula condition.
Troubleshooting steps if the unit does not fill, checking reservoir pressure, fill connectors, and engagement.
Addresses issues with the vent valve not closing, including warnings about liquid oxygen and necessary actions.
Troubleshoots frost formation on the supply line, suggesting checking for leaky connections or splits.
Addresses difficulty disengaging the unit, possibly due to frozen connectors, and advises allowing parts to warm.
Provides immediate actions for a large liquid oxygen leak from the reservoir after removal, including safety precautions and contacting the provider.
Explains the function of the dual-lumen cannula for delivering and sensing oxygen to the user's nostrils.
Describes the supply line used to connect the portable oxygen unit to the reservoir for oxygen delivery.
Describes the roller base for indoor use, facilitating reservoir movement for refills.
Describes the carrier for convenient transport of the portable oxygen unit, offering backpack or shoulder strap configurations.
Explains the use of an external flow control device for adjustable, continuous flow, based on physician recommendation.
Describes the device with a humidifier bottle providing additional humidity for breathing air.
Specifies the operating temperature range (-20°C to 40°C) and humidity (95% max) for the unit.
Specifies the storage temperature range (-40°C to 70°C) and humidity (95% max) for the unit.
Provides fields to record doctor's information, prescribed oxygen flow settings, home care provider, and emergency contacts.
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