O2 Concepts, LLC Oxlife FREEDOM User manual

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Oxlife FREEDOM
PORTABLE OXYGEN CONCENTRATOR
USER: READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THIS DEVICE.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
HEALTH-CARE PROVIDER: THIS MANUAL MUST BE PROVIDED TO THE END USER.
USER MANUAL

PROUDLY ASSEMBLED IN THE U.S.A.

Table of Contents
SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION ..............................................................................................................................................6
INTENDED USE ..........................................................................................................................................................................6
SYMBOLS REFERENCE.................................................................................................................................................................7
Information/Safety Symbols.............................................................................................................................................7
Device Symbols.................................................................................................................................................................8
SPECIFICATIONS.........................................................................................................................................................................9
CONTRAINDICATIONS ...............................................................................................................................................................10
INDICATIONS FOR USE ..............................................................................................................................................................11
DYNAMIC NETWORK ANALYSIS...................................................................................................................................................12
SECTION 2: SAFETY GUIDELINES ...................................................................................................................................... 13
DEVICE SAFETY GUIDELINES.......................................................................................................................................................13
PATIENT SAFETY GUIDELINES .....................................................................................................................................................14
BATTERY AND POWER SUPPLY SAFETY GUIDELINES ........................................................................................................................16
SECTION 3: PRODUCT DESCRIPTION................................................................................................................................ 18
DEVICE AND ACCESSORIES .........................................................................................................................................................18
FEATURE IDENTIFICATION ..........................................................................................................................................................19
UNDERSTANDING THE CONTROL PANEL .......................................................................................................................................20
SECTION 4: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS .......................................................................................................................... 21
BEFORE OPERATING.................................................................................................................................................................21
LOCATING YOUR DEVICE ...........................................................................................................................................................21
DEVICE SETTINGS.....................................................................................................................................................................22
INSTALLING AND REMOVING THE BATTERY....................................................................................................................................23
TYPICAL BATTERY OPERATING TIMES ...........................................................................................................................................23
BATTERY TIME MANAGEMENT ...................................................................................................................................................24
AC POWER SUPPLY..................................................................................................................................................................25
DC POWER SUPPLY..................................................................................................................................................................26
Starting the Device on DC Power....................................................................................................................................26
Disconnecting the Device from DC Power ......................................................................................................................27
DC Power Supply Troubleshooting Guide .......................................................................................................................27
CARRY BAG ............................................................................................................................................................................28
ACCESSORY BAG......................................................................................................................................................................28
CANNULA USE ........................................................................................................................................................................29
SECTION 5: USER ALERTS AND ALARMS .......................................................................................................................... 30
ALARM AND ALERT SCREEN DESCRIPTIONS ...................................................................................................................................31
ACCESSING THE ALARM SYSTEM TEST ..........................................................................................................................................35
SECTION 6: MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING .................................................................................................................... 37
MAINTENANCE........................................................................................................................................................................37
PRE-USE FUNCTIONAL CHECK ....................................................................................................................................................37
DEVICE CARE AND CLEANING .....................................................................................................................................................37
Cleaning..........................................................................................................................................................................37
Disinfection.....................................................................................................................................................................37
AC AND DC POWER SUPPLIES AND CORDS ...................................................................................................................................38
AIR INLET FILTER CLEANING .......................................................................................................................................................39

CARRY BAG CLEANING ..............................................................................................................................................................40
CANNULA CLEANING ................................................................................................................................................................40
DEVICE DISPOSAL ....................................................................................................................................................................41
BATTERY DISPOSAL ..................................................................................................................................................................41
SECTION 7: TRAVELING ................................................................................................................................................... 42
ACCESSING THE AIRPLANE MODE SCREEN ....................................................................................................................................43
SECTION 8: STANDARDS COMPLIANCE............................................................................................................................ 44
CLASSIFICATION.......................................................................................................................................................................44
NOTES ............................................................................................................................................................................. 46
OXLIFE FREEDOM – LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT.................................................................................................... 47
PRODUCT RETURN GUIDELINES ...................................................................................................................................... 49

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Section 1: Introduction
PLEASE READ THIS USER MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS DEVICE. BE AWARE OF ALL WARNINGS
AND SAFETY INFORMATION. ONLY USE ACCESSORIES APPROVED BY O2 CONCEPTS® AND REFERENCED
WITHIN THIS MANUAL.
IF YOU DO NOT FULLY UNDERSTAND ALL THE WARNINGS, SAFETY PRECAUTIONS OR OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS CONTACT YOUR AUTHORIZED DEALER OR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER FOR TECHNICAL
SUPPORT.
Please contact your authorized dealer or healthcare provider if your Oxlife Freedom requires service.
Please call O2 Concepts Customer Service to report any unexpected operation or events associated
with the device at 1-800-867-4008 EXT 331.
Information about the Oxlife Freedom and O2 Concepts can also be found on our website at
www.o2-concepts.com.
CAUTION: U.S. FEDERAL LAW RESTRICTS THIS DEVICE TO SALE BY OR ON THE ORDER OF A PHYSICIAN.
Intended Use
The Oxlife Freedom is a portable oxygen concentrator used on a prescriptive basis by patients
requiring supplemental oxygen to be treated in a home environment, in an institutional environment or
in a vehicle/mobile environment.
The device delivers 87%-95% pure oxygen to the patient through a standard single lumen nasal
cannula. The Oxlife Freedom detects a patient’s breath and delivers a bolus of oxygen during the
inhalation period.
The Oxlife Freedom can be set to deliver flowrates in Settings 1-5.
The device has standard power options including a 100-240V AC Power Supply, 10-15V DC Power
Supply and a rechargeable lithium ion battery.
User Profile
The Oxlife Freedom is suitable for adult patients with chronic pulmonary diseases such as chronic
bronchitis, emphysema, asthma, or lung cancer, those in the terminal stages of cancer or any patient
requiring supplemental oxygen.

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Symbols Reference
Information/Safety Symbols
ICON
MEANING
ICON
MEANING
Caution represents the possibility
of damage to the equipment
Warning represents the possibility
of harm to the operator or
patient
No smoking while using or near
device
Not suitable for use in the
presence of a flammable
anesthetic mixture
No open flames
Do not incinerate battery
Indoor use only Use no grease or oils
Do not disassemble
Do not dispose of in household
waste
Refer to instructions Keep dry in transport and
storage
Type BF equipment Class II equipment
Recycle battery Prescription only
Drip proof equipment Manufacturer
Alternating current
Direct current

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Device Symbols
ICON
MEANING
ICON
MEANING
Power button Cell connected
Menu button GPS signal
Increase flow setting
RDM connected
(Tech Support Only)
Decrease flow setting
RDM mode
(Tech Support Only)
Battery life indication Alarm
AC/DC charging indicator Breath detection
Cell signal strength Device status
Exit
AC/DC power
Airplane mode
Contains Dynamic Network
Analysis®(DNA) technology

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Specifications
DIMENSIONS
Device Dimensions
H: 9.4” (23.87cm) W: 9.0” (22.86 cm) D: 3.4” (8.63cm)
WEIGHTS
Device
4.53 lbs. (2.05kg)
Battery
1.35 lbs. (0.61 kg)
AC Charger
1.2 lbs. (0.54 kg)
DC Charger
1.4 lbs. (0.63 kg)
MODES OF OPERATION
Flow Control Settings
5 Settings: 1 to 5
Breathing Frequency
Up to 40 Breaths per Minute (BPM)
Inspiratory Trigger Sensitivity
≤ 0.2 cm H2O
Battery Specification
14.4V Lithium Ion Battery
External Power Supply Power
Input
AC power: 100 - 240V AC, 50/60 Hz @ 1.0-2.0 amps
DC power: 12-15V DC; Recommended: 15A outlet at 12V
Altitude
0-13,123ft or (0-4000m)
Oxygen Purity
91% ± 4% (87 – 95%) on all settings; measured purity values are within ± 2% of actual
values; there is no variation in purity within the operating altitude. This applies to the full
range of environmental operating conditions.
Operating Temperature
50°F (10°) to 104°FSee (40°C)
Operating Humidity
10% - 95% @ 82.4°F (28°C)
Operating Atmospheric Pressure
101kPa to 63kPa
Operating Environment
Free of smoke, pollutants and fumes363
Transport/ Storage Temperature
-4°F (-20°C) to 140°F (60°C)
Transport/ Storage Humidity
0 – 95% non-condensing
Cannula Specification
DO NOT use cannula tubing longer than 7ft (2.13m)
Sound Level (Sound Pressure)
56dBA (on setting 5)
Alarm Sound Level
All alarms triggered by the device will be 48dBA or higher at 1 meter from the unit.
Maximum Outlet Pressure
Less than 137kPa (normal or single fault)
Warranty
Device: 3 years/Sieve Tubes: 1year/Accessories: 1 year

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Contraindications
Under certain circumstances, the use of non-prescribed oxygen therapy can be hazardous. This
device should only be used when prescribed by a physician.
Not for use in the presence of aerosol sprays or flammable anesthetics.
Additional monitoring may be required for patients using this device who are unable to hear or
see alarms or communicate discomfort. If the patient exhibits signs of discomfort, consult a
physician immediately.
The Oxlife Freedom is contraindicated for any patient who would experience adverse health
consequences as the result of a temporary interruption in oxygen therapy.
The availability of an alternate source of supplemental oxygen is strongly recommended in the
case of power interruption or a mechanical failure of the device. Consult your healthcare
provider for a recommendation of an alternate source of oxygen.
It is the patient’s responsibility to arrange for an alternate oxygen supply when traveling. O2
Concepts assumes no liability for persons choosing not to adhere to manufacturer
recommendations.
This device is for adult use only. It is not qualified for use by pediatric patients.
This device is not qualified for use by patients with a tracheotomy.
This device is not intended to be used in conjunction with a humidifier or nebulizer or connected
to any other equipment. Use of this device with any other equipment may damage the device
or impair device performance and will void the warranty.