Invacare IRC5PO2 User manual

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user.
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Operator’s Manual
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Perfecto2
™Series
Oxygen Concentrators without SensO2®,
Oxygen Concentrators with SensO2
HomeFill™Compatible
Model IRC5PO2 Model IRC5P

WARNING
Perfecto2
™Series 2 Part No 1143482
 WARNING
DO NOT OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT
FIRST READING AND UNDERSTANDING THIS
MANUAL. IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNDERSTAND
THE WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, AND INSTRUCTIONS,
CONTACT INVACARE TECHNICAL SERVICES
BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE THIS EQUIPMENT -
OTHERWISE SERIOUS INJURY OR PROPERTY
DAMAGE MAY RESULT.
ACCESSORIES
There are many different types of humidifiers, oxygen tubing,
cannulas and masks that can be used with this device. You
should contact your local home care provider for
recommendations on which of these devices will be best for
you. They should also give you advice on the proper usage,
maintenance, and cleaning.
 WARNING
Invacare products are specifically designed and
manufactured for use in conjunction with Invacare
accessories. Accessories designed by other manufacturers
have not been tested by Invacare and are not
recommended for use with Invacare products.
NOTE: Updated versions of this manual can be found at
www.invacare.com.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Part No 1143482 3 Perfecto2
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Table of Contents
ACCESSORIES .................................................. 2
SPECIAL NOTES ............................................... 5
SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES .................. 6
Maintenance.......................................................................................... 8
Radio Frequency Interference.......................................................... 8
To Reduce The Risk Of Burns, Electrocution, Fire Or
Injury To Persons................................................................................ 9
Polarized Plug Instruction................................................................10
SECTION 2—FEATURES .................................. 11
SECTION 3—HANDLING ................................. 12
Unpacking............................................................................................12
Inspection............................................................................................12
Storage.................................................................................................12
SECTION 4—TYPICAL PRODUCT
PARAMETERS ................................................ 13
SECTION 5—OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ....... 16
Introduction........................................................................................16
Select a Location ...............................................................................16
Recommended Guidelines for Optimum Performance............17
Plug in Power Cord ..........................................................................17
Power Switch .....................................................................................21
Flowrate...............................................................................................21
SensO2Oxygen Purity Indicator (If Your Unit Features
the O2Sensor Feature)....................................................................22
Initial Startup of the Concentrator ...............................................23
Explanation of Oxygen Purity Indicator Lights - Model
IRC5PO2 .............................................................................................23

Table of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Perfecto2
™Series 4 Part No 1143482
Indicators (If Your Unit Does Not Feature the O2Sensor) ...24
SECTION 6—MAINTENANCE .......................... 25
Routine Maintenance........................................................................25
SECTION 7—TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ......... 28
LIMITED WARRANTY .................................... 31

SPECIAL NOTES
Part No 1143482 5 Perfecto2
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SPECIAL NOTES
Signal words are used in this manual and apply to hazards or
unsafe practices which could result in personal injury or
property damage. Refer to the following table for definitions
of the signal words.
NOTICE
The information contained in this document is subject to
change without notice.
 DANGER
DO 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 located and away
from where oxygen is being delivered.
NO SMOKING signs should be prominently displayed.
Textiles and other materials that normally would not
burn are easily ignited and burn with great intensity in
oxygen enriched air. Failure to observe this warning can
result in severe fire, property damage and cause physical
injury or death.
SIGNAL WORD MEANING
DANGER
Danger indicates an imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious
injury.
WARNING
Warning indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
CAUTION
Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in property
damage.

SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES
Perfecto2
™Series 6 Part No 1143482
SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES
In order to ensure the safe installation, assembly and
operation of the Perfecto2concentrator these instructions
MUST be followed.
CAUTION
“Caution: Federal law restricts this device to sale or rental by
or on order of a physician, or any other practitioner licensed
by the law of the State in which he/she practices to use or
order the use of this device.”
 WARNING
SECTION 1 - GENERAL GUIDELINES contains
important information for the safe operation and use of
this product. DO NOT use this product or any available
optional equipment without first completely reading and
understanding these instructions and any additional
instructional material such as Owner’s Manuals, Service
Manuals or Instruction Sheets supplied with this product
or optional equipment. If you are unable to understand
the Warnings, Cautions or Instructions, contact a
healthcare professional, dealer or technical personnel
before attempting to use this equipment - otherwise,
injury or damage may occur.
 DANGER
Risk of electric shock. DO NOT disassemble. Refer servicing
to qualified service personnel.

SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES
Part No 1143482 7 Perfecto2
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 DANGER
The use of oxygen therapy requires that special care be taken
to reduce the risk of fire. Any materials that will burn in air,
and some that will not, are easily ignited and burn rapidly in
high concentrations of oxygen. For safety concerns, it is
necessary that all sources of ignition be kept away from the
product and out of the room in which it is being used. NO
SMOKING signs should be prominently displayed.
 WARNING
A spontaneous and violent ignition may occur if oil, grease or
greasy substances come in contact with oxygen under
pressure. These substances MUST be kept away from the
oxygen concentrator, tubing and connections, and all other
oxygen equipment. DO NOT use any lubricants unless
recommended by Invacare.
For optimum performance, Invacare recommends that each
concentrator be on and running for a minimum of 30 minutes
at a time. Shorter periods of operation may reduce maximum
product life.
If the concentrator has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not
working properly, if it has been dropped or damaged, or
dropped into water, call qualified technician for examination
and repair.
Keep the oxygen tubing, cord, and unit away from heated or
hot surfaces, including space heaters, blankets, stoves and
similar electrical appliances.
DO NOT move or relocate concentrator by pulling on the
cord.
NEVER drop or insert any object into any opening.

SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES
Perfecto2
™Series 8 Part No 1143482
 WARNING
NEVER block the air openings of the product or place it on a
soft surface, such as a bed or couch, where the air opening
may be blocked. Keep the openings free from lint, hair and the
like. Fill humidifier with water to the level shown by the
manufacturer. DO NOT overfill.
Keep unit at least three inches away from walls, draperies,
furniture, and the like.
Invacare recommends that Crush-Proof oxygen tubing be
used with this product and not exceed 50 ft. (15.2m) in length.
Maintenance
The Invacare Oxygen Concentrator was specifically designed
to minimize routine preventive maintenance. Only
professionals of the healthcare field or persons fully
conversant with this process such as factory trained personnel
should perform preventive maintenance or performance
adjustments on the oxygen concentrator.
Radio Frequency Interference
Most electronic equipment is influenced by Radio Frequency
Interference (RFI). Caution should be exercised with regard to
the use of portable communications equipment in the area
around such equipment.

SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES
Part No 1143482 9 Perfecto2
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 WARNING
To Reduce The Risk Of Burns,
Electrocution, Fire Or Injury To
Persons.
Avoid using while bathing. If continuous usage is required by
the physician’s prescription, the concentrator MUST be
located in another room at least seven feet from the bath.
DO NOT come in contact with the concentrator while wet.
DO NOT place or store product where it can drop into water
or other liquid.
DO NOT reach for product that has fallen into water. Unplug
IMMEDIATELY.
A product should NEVER be left unattended when plugged
in.
This device is to be used only in accordance with the
prescription of a physician and this Owner’s Manual. If at any
time the patient or attendant conclude that the patient is
receiving an insufficient amount of oxygen, the supplier
and/or physician should be contacted IMMEDIATELY.
DO NOT change the L/min setting on the flowmeter unless a
change has been prescribed by your physician or therapist.
Close supervision is necessary when this product is used near
children or physically-challenged individuals.
Use this product for only intended use as described in this
manual.
DO NOT connect the concentrator in parallel or series with
other oxygen concentrators or oxygen therapy devices.

SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES
Perfecto2
™Series 10 Part No 1143482
 WARNING
Use of some administration accessories or certain humidifiers
not specified for use with oxygen concentrator may impair the
performance.
In certain circumstances oxygen therapy can be hazardous.
Invacare recommends that you seek medical advice before
using this machine.
This equipment is to be used as an oxygen supplement and is
not considered life supporting or life sustaining.
Avoid creation of any spark near medical oxygen equipment.
This includes sparks from static electricity created by any type
of friction.
Polarized Plug Instruction
As a safety feature, this appliance has a polarized plug (one
blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized
outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet,
reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified
electrician. DO NOT attempt to defeat this safety feature.