LT-2334
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BATTERY OPERATION AND CHARGING
Battery
To check the battery charge level percent, press and hold either the“+” or
“-“ button, and the percent of battery remaining display will be shown.
The display will revert back to prescription setting in a few seconds, but
the battery status indicator is always shown.
The iGo2 concentrator will operate for a minimum of 3.5 hours at a
setting of 2 at 20 BPM (breaths per minute) using a new fully charged
battery.
NOTE– The battery may have 75% of its initial capacity after 300
charge/discharge cycles; in this case, you can expect up to 2.5 hours of
runtime at a setting of 2 and 20 BPM.
Initial Battery Charge
Before using the device on battery power for the rst time, the battery
needs to be fully charged. Optional spare batteries purchased should
also be fully charged before rst use.
1. To charge iGo2 portable concentrator battery, simply attach the
power supply to the device and an AC or DC power source using
the appropriate power cord.
2. The battery status indicator blinks to show charge level while the
battery is charging, and stays on once battery is fully charged
(99%).
NOTE– If you purchased spare batteries for backup, insert into the
concentrator one at a time and charge as above.
Battery Charging
During charge, the battery status indicator blinks while the battery is
charging; it stays on solid when battery is not charging.
To charge iGo2 portable concentrator battery:
1. Using AC Power - Attach the power supply to the concentrator and
an AC power source using the appropriate power cord.
2. Using DC Power - Your iGo2 includes a DC Cord that allows the
concentrator to operate from DC accessory power port outlets such
as those found in motor vehicles.
a. START YOUR VEHICLE.
NOTE– DO NOT leave the iGo2 or Power Supply plugged
into the vehicle without the engine running or attempt to start
the vehicle while either is connected to the vehicle. This may
drain the vehicle’s battery.
b. Attach Power Supply to the concentrator and to the vehicle
accessory power port using the DC power cord.
c. Secure the iGo2 POC and Power Supply in your vehicle and
make sure the air inlet and exhaust vents are not blocked.
NOTE– Battery will not charge if plugged into power source less than
13.8V but the device will function correctly.
NOTE– A separate battery charging station is also available for
purchase.
Typical Battery Recharge Time
The typical time to recharge your battery from a fully discharged
condition is less than 5 hours dependent upon the setting.
NOTE– Battery will charge in less than 3 hours from fully discharged
state with device off and plugged into AC power; or less than 4 hours
when using DC power. While using the concentrator, charge time will be
less than 5 hours from fully discharged state using either AC or DC
power.
NOTE– Battery will not charge if plugged into power source less than
13.8V but the device will function correctly.