DeVilbiss 525DS-Q - Unpacking and Setup; Initial Inspection; Patient Setup; Operating Instructions

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UNPACKING AND SETUP
INITIAL INSPECTION
It is suggested that an initial inspection be performed upon receiving the oxygen
concentrator.
1. After removing the DeVilbiss Oxygen Concentrator from the carton,
examine it for any external damage. If shipping damage has occurred,
contact the DeVilbiss Customer Service Department at 1-800-338-1988
(814-443-4881) for specic instructions. Save the carton for possible later
return; note the position of the unit and placement of the packing material.
2. Open the lter door and record the number of hours on the hour meter.
Check to make sure the air lter is in place.
3. Check to be sure the intake bacteria lter is in place.
4. Plug the unit into an electrical outlet, turn the unit “On,” and check the
audible and visible alerts.
5. Set the ow meter to maximum recommended liter ow and let the unit run
for at least 20 minutes.
6. Use an oxygen analyzer to check the concentration.
7. With unit still running, unplug to test the power fail alarm.
NOTE–If the unit fails to operate properly (oxygen concentration not within
specication) or if internal damage is found, contact the DeVilbiss Customer
Service Department at 1-800-338-1988 (814-443-4881).
PATIENT SETUP
1. Position the unit near an electrical outlet in the room where the patient
spends most of his or her time.
NOTE–Do not connect to an electrical outlet controlled by a wall switch.
2. Position the unit at least 6 inches (16 cm) from walls, draperies, or any
other objects that might prevent the proper ow of air in and out of the
oxygen concentrator.
3. Locate the unit a minimum of 5 feet (1.6 meters) from replaces, radiators,
heaters, and hot-air registers.
WARNING
Oxygen causes rapid burning. Do not smoke while your oxygen
concentrator is operating, or when you are near a person utilizing oxygen
therapy. Keep the oxygen concentrator and cannula at least 5 feet (1.6m)
from hot, sparking objects or naked sources of ame.
Electric Shock Hazard. Only qualied DeVilbiss Healthcare homecare
providers may remove the cabinet.
4. Attach the appropriate oxygen accessories (oxygen tubing or humidier) to
the oxygen outlet port.
NOTE–A maximum of 50 feet (15 meters) of tubing plus 7 feet (2.1 meters) of
cannula plus a bubble humidier is allowed between the concentrator and the
patient.
NOTE–The oxygen supply accessory (patient tubing) shall be
equipped with a means that in case of re stops the delivery
of oxygen to the patient. This means of protection should be
located as close to the patient as practicable.
Oxygen Tubing Only Connection
1. Thread the cannula tting onto the oxygen outlet port.
2. Attach the 5/32” (4 mm) I.D. oxygen tubing.
Oxygen Tubing with Humidification
Connection
If the physician has prescribed an oxygen humidier as part of the patient’s
therapy, follow these steps (If using a prell, go to Step 3.):
1. Fill the humidier bottle with distilled, demineralized, or boiled water. Do not
overll.
2. Thread the wing nut located on the top of the humidier bottle to the
oxygen outlet port so that it is suspended. Make sure it is securely
tightened.
3. Attach the 5/32" (4 mm) I.D. oxygen tubing, not to exceed 50 feet (15
meters), directly to the humidier bottle outlet tting.
NOTE–For optimum performance, the DeVilbiss Oxygen Concentrator has a
preset nominal output pressure of 8.5 psi (58.6 kPa). Use only “bubble-type”
humidiers. Do not use “jet-type” humidiers.
NOTE–Condensation from the humidier may occur in longer lengths of tubing
or if the tubing is laying on a cold oor.
When ready for operation
1. Attach the nasal cannula to the oxygen tubing (per the manufacturer’s
directions).
2. Follow the Operating Instructions.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Remove the power cord completely from the strap. Make sure the power
switch is in the “Off” position.
2. 115 Volt Units– Insert the plug into an electrical outlet. The DeVilbiss
Oxygen Concentrator uses a two-prong polarized plug and is double-
insulated to protect against electric shock.
220/230/240 Volt Units – Ensure cord is connected to the unit before
inserting plug into an appropriate electrical outlet.
WARNING
The plug on the DeVilbiss 525DS concentrators has one blade wider than
the other. To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to t in
a wall outlet only one way. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.
Improper use of the power cord and plugs can cause a burn, re, or other
electric shock hazards. Do not use the unit if the power cord is damaged.
Oxygen causes rapid burning. Do not smoke while your oxygen
concentrator is operating, or when you are near a person utilizing oxygen
therapy. Keep the oxygen concentrator and cannula at least 5 feet (1.6m)
from hot, sparking objects or naked sources of ame.
WARNING
The DeVilbiss oxygen concentrators manufactured since July 1, 2012 are
equipped with a re mitigating outlet tting that prevents propagation of
re into the unit. DeVilbiss oxygen concentrators manufactured prior to
July 1, 2012 must be retrotted by your dealer with the re mitigating outlet
tting.
In order to prevent a re propagating from the patient through the cannula
towards the unit, a means of protection should be located as close to the
patient as practicable. Please contact your dealer for this means of
protection.
3. Press the power switch to the “On” position. When the unit is turned “On,”
all four indicator lights (Power, Service Required, Low Oxygen, and Normal
Oxygen) on the front panel will briey illuminate and an audible signal will
sound (the patient alert system) momentarily. After a few seconds, only the