Precision Medical EasyFlow5 PM4300 Series User manual

USER MANUAL
(PM4351 Shown)
300 Held Drive Tel: [phone]
Northampton, PA 18067 USA Fax: [phone]
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Federal (USA) law restricts this device to sale by
or on the order of a physician.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Model: PM4300 Series

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CONTENTS
RECEIVING / INSPECTION.......................................................2
INTENDED USE.........................................................................2
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING ..........................2
EXPLANATION OF ABBREVIATIONS ......................................2
SAFETY INFORMATION - WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS.........3
SPECIFICATIONS......................................................................5
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION...................................................6
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS...................................................7
ALARM / INDICATORS / TROUBLESHOOTING .......................8
MAINTENANCE / CLEANING..................................................10
RETURNS ................................................................................10
DISPOSAL INSTRUCTIONS....................................................10
REPLACEMENT PARTS..........................................................10
LIMITED WARRANTY.............................................................. 11
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RECEIVING / INSPECTION
Remove the Precision Medical, Inc. PM4300 Series Oxygen Concentrator
from the packaging and inspect for damage. If there is any damage,
DO NOT USE and contact your Provider.
INTENDED USE
The Precision Medical, Inc. Stationary Oxygen Concentrator is intended
to provide supplemental oxygen to persons requiring oxygen therapy.
The device is not intended to be life supporting or life sustaining.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
This manual is provided for your safety and to prevent damage to the
Oxygen Concentrator. If you do not understand this manual, DO NOT
USE the Concentrator and contact your Provider.
EXPLANATION OF ABBREVIATIONS
l/min Liters Per Minute
LED Light Emitting Diode
DANGER
This product is not intended as a life-sustaining or life-supporting
device.

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SAFETY INFORMATION - WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate
injury.
CAUTION Used without the safety alert symbol indicates
a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in property damage.
62NA
PM4300 WITH RESPECT TO ELECTRICAL
SHOCK, FIRE AND MECHANICAL HAZARDS
ONLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH UL60601-1,
IEC60601-1, CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 601.1
Caution! U.S. Federal Law restricts this device to
sale by or on the order of a physician.
CONSULT ACCOMPANYING DOCUMENTS
Degree of protection against ingress of liquids
General Mandatory Action Sign
Class II Equipment Type BF Equipment
General Alarm Alternating Current
Power ON Power OFF
NO SMOKING Dangerous Voltage
NO Oil or Grease DO NOT
Disassemble

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DANGER
• DO NOT smoke, allow others to smoke or have open ames near the
Concentrator when in use.
• DO NOT use near any type of ame or ammable/explosive substances.
• DO NOT allow Concentrator to exceed “Operating or Storage
Temperature Specications”.
• The Concentrator is not suitable for use in the presence of ammable
anesthetic.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK:
• DO NOT use while bathing.
• DO NOT reach for a Concentrator that has fallen into water.
Unplug immediately!
• DO NOT attempt to repair Concentrator. Any attempt could result in
electrical shock.
WARNING
• Use the Concentrator for its “Intended Use” as described in this manual.
• In the event of an equipment audible alarm or if you are experiencing any
signs of discomfort, connect to another source of oxygen and contact
your Provider and/or Health Care Professional immediately.
• In certain circumstances oxygen therapy can be hazardous; any user
should seek medical advice prior to using this Concentrator.
• Where the prescribing Health care professional has determined that an
interruption in the supply of oxygen, for any reason, may have serious
consequences to the user, an alternative source of oxygen should be
available for immediate use.
• ALWAYS keep the Concentrator in an upright position.
• ALWAYS keep at least 6 in. (15.24 cm) away from walls, furniture, and
especially curtains that could prevent adequate airow to the Concentrator.
• DO NOT place the Concentrator in a small closed space such as a closet.
• DO NOT use extension cords or electrical adapters.
• The Concentrator is designed to operate with a single lumen, adult cannula.
• Flow is available ONLY at the listed settings.
There is NO FLOW between settings.
• Flow Setting Knob does not rotate 360 degrees.
TO REDUCE RISK OF BURNS, ELECTROCUTION, FIRE, OR INJURY
TO PERSONS:
• Keep the Concentrator away from heat or open ame.
• DO NOT use if Concentrator has a damaged power cord or plug.
• DO NOT use if Concentrator has been dropped or damaged.
• DO NOT use oil or grease on the Concentrator.
• D O NOT cover the air vents, the Concentrator requires proper ventilation.
• DO NOT remove the cover on the Concentrator. Servicing must be
performed by a trained professional.

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CAUTION
DO NOT place any liquids on or near the Concentrator. If any liquid
gets on or in the Concentrator, immediately turn “OFF” the power
switch, unplug from the electrical outlet and contact your Provider
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SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions:
Length: 17.1 in (43.5 cm)
Width: 12.3 in (31.1 cm)
Height: 17.0 in (43.2 cm)
Weight: 29.6 lbs (13.4 kg)
Shipping Weight: 33.9 lbs (15.4 kg)
Altitude*: Sea Level to 10,000 ft (3,048 m)
Operating Temperature: 50˚F to 95˚F (10˚C to 35˚C)
Storage/ Transport Temperature: -29˚F to 140˚F (-34˚C to 60˚C)
Operating / Storage / Transport
Relative Humidity:
Up to 95% Non-condensing
Outlet Pressure: 8.0 psi ±10%
Oxygen Concentration and Flow Tolerance:
*Altitude Flow Tolerance (l/min) Oxygen %
Up to 6,500 ft ± 10% of settings 2 - 5
± 200 ml settings 0.5 -1.5 87 - 95 %
6,501 - 10,000 ft ± 20% of settings 1 - 5
± 200 ml settings 0.5 85 - 90 %
When checking the concentrator’s performance, the oxygen analyzer
used should comply with ISO 21647 standard.
Start up time: 87% O
2 Concentration ≤3 min
Electrical (AC Power):
115 VAC ±10%, 60 Hz, 3.2 Amps; 350 Watts
Tubing Limitations: 7 ft cannula with a maximum 40 ft of Crush-
Proof Tubing (47 ft total).
Equipment Classication:
Class II - with respect to protection from electrical shock
Type BF - degree of protection against electrical shock
IPX1 - degree of protection against ingress of liquids
Mode of Operation - Continuous
This Concentrator meets the requirements of IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2,
IEC 60601-1-4 and Safety Requirements for ISO 8359.
Specications are subject to change without prior notice.

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COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
CAUTION
Missing or illegible labels must be replaced, contact Precision
Medical, Inc.
PM4351 shown
Model PM4351Model PM4350
Inlet Filter
Access Cover
Product
Serial #
Label
(4)Casters
AC Power Cord
Carry Handle
Front ViewBack & Side View
Low Oxygen
Concentration
Alarm Indicator
Hour Meter
Power
Indicator
General
Alarm
Indicator
Oxygen
Outlet
Flow Setting
Knob
ON / OFF
Switch
Serial# / Model#
Label
Action
Required
Power
Indicator
General
Alarm
Indicator
Oxygen
Outlet
Flow Setting
Knob
ON / OFF
Switch
Hour Meter Serial# / Model#
Label

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
• Read this User Manual before operating the Concentrator.
• Additional monitoring or attention may be required for patients
using this Concentrator who are unable to hear or see alarms or
communicate discomfort.
CAUTION
• Inspect the Concentrator for visual damage before use,
DO NOT USE if damaged.
• To prevent damage to the Concentrator, DO NOT operate the
Concentrator without the inlet lter.
1. Place the Concentrator in a location where room air can be drawn in without
being restricted.
NOTE: There must be at least six (6) in. (15.24 cm) of space around
the Concentrator when operating.
2. Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet.
NOTE: The Concentrator is equipped with a polarized plug (one blade
 iswiderthantheother).Asasafetyfeature,thisplugwilltina
 polarizedoutletonlyone(1)way.Iftheplugdoesnotfullyt
 intheoutlet,reversetheplug.Ifitstilldoesnott,contacta
 qualiedelectrician.DO NOT attempt to defeat this safety feature.
To use without a bubble humidier:
3. Attach the Cannula to the Oxygen Outlet.
To use with a bubble humidier:
3. Attach humidier adaptor to Oxygen Outlet, ll the bubble humidier bottle
and connect as per bubble humidier instructions.
NOTE: • Be sure not to cross thread, this may cause a leak.
• ConcentratorcanbeusedwithorwithoutHumidier.
3a. Attach the Cannula to the bubble humidier bottle.
4. Push the Power On/Off ( / ) switch to “ON” ( ) position. The Power
Indicator light below the On/Off ( / ) switch will illuminate green when the
Concentrator is powered ON.
NOTE: If there is no electrical power or the device has not been plugged into
the electrical outlet correctly, turning the Concentrator “ON” will cause
an Audible Alarm for up to two (2) minutes.
5. Set the ow to the prescribed setting by turning the ow setting knob on the
Concentrator to the prescribed ow.
NOTE: • There is NO FLOW between settings. The Flow Setting Knob
must point to a specic number in order to obtain ow.
• Flow Setting Knob does not rotate 360 degrees.
6. Oxygen should be owing through the cannula. If it is not, refer to the
“ALARM / INDICATORS / TROUBLESHOOTING”.

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7. Place the cannula over your
ears and position the prongs
in your nose as instructed
by your Provider or cannula
manufacturer.
OR
8. When the Concentrator is not in use, press the power On/Off ( / ) switch to
“OFF” ( ) position.
9. Unplug Concentrator from electrical outlet for complete disconnection from
Power Source.
ALARM / INDICATORS / TROUBLESHOOTING
The Audible Alarm and LED Indicators are listed in the chart below.
Visual Indicator/
Problem
Audible
Alarm Probable Cause Remedy
YELLOW indicator
ashes
Repeated
beeping
Flow to patient is
occluded
Remove occlusion, kink or block
in patient cannula
When device is
turned “ON”, device
does not function
and the GREEN
Power Indicator
does not light.
Continuous Concentrator is not
properly plugged into
electrical outlet.
Make sure Concentrator is
properly plugged into the electrical
outlet.
RED General
Alarm Indicator
is “ON” steady
or continuously
blinking; device
stops functioning.
Repeated
beeping
System malfunction. Turn power switch “OFF” and
wait 5 minutes, then turn back
“ON”. If condition persists, turn
the concentrator “OFF”, connect
to another source of oxygen and
contact your Provider.
RED General Alarm
Indicator ashes
once, device
momentarily stops
functioning, then
automatically
restarts.
Single beep Momentary AC power
interruption.
It is normal for this to occur
occasionally (such as during
severe weather); however, if this
condition persists, connect to
another source of oxygen and
contact your Provider.
GREEN Power
Indicator is “ON”,
YELLOW and RED
General Alarm
Indicators are
ashing and device
is running
Repeated
beeping
Device overheating Internal temp above 109°
Move Concentrator to a cooler
location. Ensure Concentrator
is positioned away from curtains
or drapes, hot air registers or
heaters. Be certain to place the
Concentrator so all sides are at
least 6 in. (15.24 cm) away from a
wall or other obstruction. DO NOT
place concentrator in a conned
area.
Continued on next page.

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Visual Indicator/
Problem
Audible
Alarm
Probable Cause Remedy
RED General Alarm
Indicator is ashing
while beeping,
device stops
functioning.
Repeated
beeping
Device overheating Move Concentrator to a cooler
location. Ensure Concentrator
is positioned away from curtains
or drapes, hot air registers or
heaters. Be certain to place the
Concentrator so all sides are
at least 6 in. (15.24 cm) away
from a wall or other obstruction.
DO NOT place concentrator in a
conned area.
(PM4351 ONLY)
YELLOW Oxygen
Concentration
Indicator is “ON”
steady.
None Low oxygen
concentration.
Continue to use concentrator,
but contact your Provider.
(PM4351 ONLY)
YELLOW Oxygen
Concentration and
RED General Alarm
Indicators are “ON”
while beeping;
device stops
functioning.
Repeated
beeping
Very low oxygen
percentage.
Turn the concentrator “OFF”,
connect to another source
of oxygen and contact your
Provider.
No ow from nasal
cannula.
None 1. Kinked tubing.
2. Nasal cannula has
become disconnected
from oxygen outlet on
concentrator or from
extension tubing.
3. Connection between
bubble humidier
and oxygen outlet
on concentrator has
become loose.
1. Check tubing and nasal
cannula for kinks.
2. Check cannula and tube
ttings for proper connection.
3. Tighten bubble humidier
bottle.
Limited or no
oxygen ow.
None Dirty or obstructed
bubble humidier, or leak
present.
Remove the bubble humidier
bottle and if ow is restored,
clean or replace the bubble
humidier.
Condensation
collects in the
oxygen tubing
when you use a
bubble humidier
bottle.
None Concentrator not properly
ventilated, elevated
operating temperatures.
Ensure Concentrator is
positioned away from curtains
or drapes, hot air registers or
heaters. Be certain to place the
Concentrator so all sides are at
least 6 in. (15.24 cm) away from
a wall or other obstruction. DO
NOT place the Concentrator in a
conned area.
DO NOT OVERFILL bubble
humidier. Allow the oxygen
tubing to dry out, or replace with
new tubing.

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MAINTENANCE / CLEANING
WARNING
DO NOT remove cover or attempt to repair. There are no user
serviceable parts inside. Contact your Provider for repairs.
1. Patient should connect to an alternate Oxygen source.
2. Turn the Concentrator to the “OFF” ( ) position.
3. Unplug the Power Cord from electrical outlet.
4.
Clean exterior surfaces of the Concentrator with a cloth dampened
with water and mild detergent.
5. Wipe the Concentrator dry with a clean cloth.
6. When not in use, store the Concentrator in a clean area free from
grease, oil and other sources of contamination.
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REPLACEMENT PARTS
DESCRIPTION PART#
Humidier Adapter 507324
RETURNS
Returned products require a Returned Goods Authorization (RGA)
number, contact Precision Medical, Inc. All returns must be packaged
in sealed containers to prevent damage. Precision Medical, Inc. will not
be responsible for goods damaged in transit. Refer to Precision Medical,
Inc. Return Policy available on the Internet, www.precisionmedical.com.
DISPOSAL INSTRUCTIONS
This device may contain electrical components that are hazardous to the
environment. DO NOT dispose device into standard trash. Contact your
local waste Management for disposal of Electronic Equipment.

LIMITED WARRANTY
AND
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
Precision Medical, Inc. warrants that the Oxygen Concentrator, (the
Product), will be free of defects in workmanship and/or material for
the following period:
Oxygen Concentrator three (3) years from date of purchase
Precision Medical, Inc. is NOT responsible for normal wear and tear, or any
neglect or abuse of the product.
Precision Medical, Inc. is NOT responsible for the shipping cost of the
repair.
Should any failure to conform to this warranty appear within the
applicable period, Precision Medical, Inc. shall, upon written
notication thereof and substantiation that the goods have been
stored, installed, maintained and operated in accordance with
Precision Medical, Inc.’s instructions and standard industry practice,
and that no modications, substitutions, or alterations have been
made to the goods, correct such defect by suitable repair or
replacement at its own expense.
ORAL STATEMENTS DO NOT CONSTITUTE WARRANTIES.
The representatives of Precision Medical, Inc. or any retailers are not
authorized to make oral warranties about the merchandise described
in this contract, and any such statements shall not be relied upon
and are not part of the contract for sale. Thus, this writing is a nal,
complete and exclusive statement of the terms of that contract.
THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IS IN LIEU OF ANY
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OTHER WARRANTY OF QUALITY,
WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.
Precision Medical, Inc. shall not under any circumstances be liable
for special, incidental or consequential damages including but not
limited to lost prots, lost sales, or injury to person or property.
Correction of non-conformities as provided above shall constitute
fulllment of all liabilities of Precision Medical, Inc. whether based
on contract, negligence, strict tort or otherwise. Precision Medical,
Inc. reserves the right to discontinue manufacture of any product or
change product materials, designs, or
specications without notice.
Precision Medical, Inc. reserves the right to correct clerical or
typographical errors without penalty.
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