Respironics EverFlo User manual

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EverFlo EverFlo Q

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Table of Contents
Symbol Key ....................................................................................................... 2
Abbreviations................................................................................................... 2
Chapter 1: Introduction................................................................ 3
Intended Use.................................................................................................... 3
About Your EverFlo / EverFlo Q.................................................................3
Parts of Your Concentrator .......................................................................... 3
Accessory Equipment and Replacement Parts .................................... 3
Warnings and Cautions ................................................................................ 4
Chapter 2: Operating Instructions.............................................. 5
Chapter 3: Cleaning & Maintenance .......................................... 7
Cleaning............................................................................................................. 7
Service ................................................................................................................ 7
How to Contact Respironics........................................................................ 7
Chapter 4: Alarms and Troubleshooting ................................... 8
Troubleshooting Guide ................................................................................ 9
Chapter 5: Specications............................................................10
Appendix A: EMC Information ..................................................12
Limited Warranty .........................................................................14
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EverFlo is a trademark of Respironics, Inc. and its affiliates.
© 2008 Respironics, Inc. and its affiliates. All rights reserved.
Symbol Key
Follow Instructions for Use AC Power
Type BF Applied Part REF Model Number
Class II equipment SN Serial Number
No smoking On (Power)
No oil or grease O (Power)
Do not disassemble IPX1 Drip proof equipment
General Alarm Action Required, Check System Notication
European Declaration of
Conformity
CompliantwiththeWasteElectricalandElectronic
Equipment/Restrictionofthe Use ofCertain
Hazardous Substances inElectricalandElectronic
Equipment (WEEE/RoHS) recycling directives
Canadian/US
Certication
Abbreviations
LED Light Emitting Diode
LPM Liters per Minute
OPI Oxygen Percentage Indicator

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Chapter 1: Introduction
Your health care professional has determined that supplemental oxygen is of benefit to you and has prescribed
an oxygen concentrator set at a specific flow setting to meet your needs. DO NOT change the flow settings
unless your health care professional tells you to do so. Please read and understand this entire manual before
using the device.
Intended Use
e EverFlo / EverFlo Q Oxygen Concentrator is intended to provide supplemental oxygen to persons
requiring oxygen therapy. e device is not intended to be life supporting or life sustaining.
About Your EverFlo / EverFlo Q
e device produces concentrated oxygen from room air for delivery to a patient requiring low flow oxygen
therapy. e oxygen from the air is concentrated using a molecular sieve and a pressure swing adsorption
process. Your home care provider will show you how to operate the concentrator and will be available to answer
any questions. If you have additional questions or problems, contact your home care provider.
Parts of Your Concentrator
Accessory Equipment and Replacement Parts
Contact your home care provider if you have questions about this equipment. Use only the following
Respironics accessories and replacement parts with this device:
- Air Inlet Filter
- Humidifier Connector Tube
Control Panel
On/O Switch
Flow Meter
Oxygen Outlet
Port
Humidier Bottle
Mounting Strap
Humidier
Connector
Tube
Filter Door
Air Inlet Filter

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Warnings and Cautions
Warnings
A warning represents the possibility of harm to the operator or patient.
• For proper operation, your concentrator requires unobstructed ventilation. The ventilation ports are located at the rear
base of the device and at the side air inlet filter. Keep the device at least 15 to 30 cm away from walls, furniture, and
especially curtains that could impede adequate airflow to the device. Do not place the concentrator in a small closed
space (such as a closet).
• Do not remove the covers of this device. Servicing must be referred to an authorized and trained Respironics home
care provider.
• In the event of an equipment alarm or if you are experiencing any signs of discomfort consult your home care provider
and/or your health care professional immediately.
• Oxygen generated by this concentrator is supplemental and should not be considered life supporting or life sustaining.
In certain circumstances oxygen therapy can be hazardous; any user should seek medical advice prior to using this
device.
• 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 alternate source of oxygen should be available for immediate use.
• Oxygen vigorously accelerates combustion and should be kept away from heat or open flame. Not suitable for use in
the presence of a flammable anesthetic mixture with air or with oxygen or nitrous oxide.
• Do not smoke, allow others to smoke or have open flames near the concentrator when it is in use.
• Do not use oil or grease on the concentrator or its components as these substances, when combined with oxygen, can
greatly increase the potential for a fire hazard and personal injury.
• Do not use the oxygen concentrator if either the plug or power cord is damaged. Do not use extension cords or
electrical adapters.
• Do not attempt to clean the concentrator while it is plugged into an electrical outlet.
• Device operation above or outside of the voltage, LPM, temperature, humidity and/or altitude values specified may
decrease oxygen concentration levels.
• Your home care provider is responsible for performing appropriate preventive maintenance at the intervals
recommended by the device manufacturer.
Cautions
A caution represents the possibility of damage to the equipment.
• Do not place liquids on or near the device.
• If liquid is spilled on the device, turn the power off and unplug from electrical outlet before attempting to clean up
spill. Call your home care provider if device does not continue to work properly.

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Chapter 2: Operating Instructions
Warning: Do not use extension cords or electrical adapters.
1. Select a location that allows the concentrator to draw in room air
without being restricted. Make sure that the device is at least 15 to
30 cm away from walls, furniture, and especially curtains that could
impede adequate airflow to the device. Do not place the device near
any heat source.
2. After reading this entire manual, plug the power cord into an electrical
outlet.
3. Do either Step A or Step B below.
A. If you are not using a humidifier, connect your nasal cannula to the
Oxygen Outlet Port, as shown in the top illustration on the right.
B. If you are using a humidifier, follow the steps below:
1. Open the filter door on the back of the device as shown.
2. Remove the humidifier connector tube from the back of the filter
door and replace the filter door, as shown.
3. Fill your humidifier bottle according to the manufacturer's
instructions.
4. Mount the filled humidifier on the top of the EverFlo / EverFlo Q
device inside the velcro strap, as shown in the illustration on the
right.
5. Tighten the velcro strap around the bottle and secure it so it is
held firmly in place.
6. Connect the humidifier connector tube (that you retrieved from
the filter door) to the Oxygen Outlet Port (as shown in Step 3-A
above).
7. Connect the other end of the humidifier connector tube
to the top of the humidifier with the elbow in the tubing
facing the front, as shown here.
8. Connect your cannula to the humidifier bottle according
to the humidifier bottle manufacturer's specifications.
Oxygen Outlet Port
Step 3-A
Step 3-B1
Step 3-B4
Step 3-B7

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4. Press the power switch to the On [I] position. Initially, all the LEDs will illuminate and the audible
alert will beep for a few seconds. After that time, only the green LED should remain lit. You can begin
breathing from the device immediately even though it typically takes 10 minutes to reach oxygen purity
specifications.
5. Adjust the flow to the prescribed setting by turning the knob on the top of the flow meter until the ball is
centered on the line marking the specific flow rate.
Flow Meter Knob
6. Be sure oxygen is flowing through the cannula. If it is not, refer to the Troubleshooting Guide in this
manual.
7. Put on the cannula as directed by your home care provider.
8. When you are not using the oxygen concentrator, press the power switch to the Off [O] position.

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Chapter 3: Cleaning & Maintenance
Warning: It is important to unplug the device before you perform any cleaning.
Caution: Excess moisture may impair the proper operation of the device.
Cleaning
Periodically, use a damp cloth to wipe down the exterior case of the EverFlo / EverFlo Q device. If you use
medical disinfectants, be sure to follow the manufacturer's instructions.
If you are using a humidifier, clean your device according to your home care provider's or manufacturer's
instructions.
Service
e EverFlo / EverFlo Q Oxygen Concentrator contains no user-servicable parts.
Warning: Do not remove the covers of this device. Servicing must be referred to an authorized and
trained Respironics home care provider.
How to Contact Respironics
To have your device serviced, contact your home care provider. If you need to contact Respironics directly,
call the Respironics Customer Service department at 1-724-387-4000 or Respironics Deutschland at
[phone]. You can also use the following addresses:
Respironics
1001 Murry Ridge Lane
Murrysville, PA 15668
USA
Respironics Deutschland
Gewerbestrasse 17
82211 Herrsching
Germany
Visit the EverFlo web site at: www.everflo.respironics.com

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Chapter 4: Alarms and Troubleshooting
Alarm and Indicators
e device has an audible alarm and three LED indicators, as shown below.
Audible Alarm / Colored LED Possible Cause Your Action
All 3 LEDs illuminate continuously and the
Audible Alarm is sounding continuously.
The device has detected a
system malfunction.
Immediately turn o the device, connect to a
back up oxygen source, and call your home care
provider.
The Audible Alarm is sounding continuously.
None of the LEDs are illuminated.
The device is turned on but
is not operating. Often this
indicates that the device is not
plugged in or there is a power
failure.
Check the power outlet and verify that the device
is plugged in. If the problem continues, connect
to a back up oxygen source and call your home
care provider.
Red LED illuminates continuously and the
Audible Alarm is sounding continuously.
The device has detected a
system malfunction.
Immediately turn o the device and wait
5 minutes. Restart the device. If the condition
persists turn the unit o, connect to a back up
oxygen source, and call your home care provider.
Yellow LED illuminates continuously. The
Red LED is blinking and the Audible Alarm is
beeping periodically.
The device has detected
an impeded oxygen ow
condition.
Follow the troubleshooting guide on the next
page. Connect to a back up oxygen source
and call your home care provider if your
troubleshooting actions fail to end this alert
condition.
Yellow LED illuminates continuously. The Red
LED is o and the Audible Alarm is silent.
The device has detected a low
oxygen condition (OPI units
only).
Continue using the unit but call your home care
provider about this condition.
NORMAL
Red Alarm Indicator
Yellow Check System Indicator
Green Power On Indicator

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Troubleshooting Guide
Problem Why it Happened What to Do
Yellow LED is blinking. The Red LED is o and the
Audible Alarm is beeping periodically.
The device has detected a high oxygen
ow condition.
Turn the ow rate down to your
prescribed level.Wait at least 2 minutes.
If the condition persists turn the unit o,
connect to a back up oxygen source, and
call your home care provider.
Green LED illuminates continuously. The other
LEDs are o and the Audible Alarm is silent.
The device is turned on and working
properly. Take no action.
The device is not working when it is turned on.
(The Audible Alarm is sounding continuously.
All LEDs are o.)
The power cord plug is not properly
inserted into the electrical outlet.
Make sure the device is properly plugged
in to the electrical outlet.
The unit is not receiving power from
the electrical outlet.
Check your household outlet fuse or
circuit.
Internal part failure. Connect to a back up oxygen source and
contact your home care provider.
The device is not working when it is turned on.
(The Audible Alarm is sounding continuously
and all 3 LEDs are illuminated.)
Internal part failure. Connect to a back up oxygen source and
contact your home care provider.
Impeded oxygen ow indication is activated.
(The Yellow LED illuminates continuously,
the Red LED is blinking and the Audible Alarm is
beeping periodically.)
The airow to the device is impeded
or blocked.
Remove any items that appear to be
blocking the airow into the device.
The ow meter knob is completely
closed.
Turn the ow meter knob
counterclockwise to center the ball on the
prescribed LPM ow.
The oxygen tubing is kinked and
blocking the delivery of oxygen.
Check to see that the tubing is not kinked
or blocked. Replace if necessary.
Limited oxygen ow to the user without any
fault indication.
(All LEDs are o and the Audible Alarm is silent.)
The oxygen tubing or cannula is faulty. Inspect and replace the items if
necessary.
There is a poor connection to a device
accessory.
Ensure that all connections are free from
leaks.

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Chapter 5: Specifications
Environmental
Operating Transport & Storage
Temperature 13 to 32°C -34 to 71°C
Relative Humidity 15 to 95%, noncondensing 15 to 95%, noncondensing
Altitude 0 to 2286 m N/A
Physical
Dimensions 58 cm x 38 cm x 24 cm
Weight 14 to 15 kg
Standards Compliance
This device is designed to conform to the following standards:
- IEC 60601-1 Medical Electrical Equipment, Part 1: General Requirement for Safety
- IEC 60601-1-2 2nd edition, Medical Electrical Equipment, Part 1-2: General Requirement for Safety – Collateral Standard:
Electromagnetic Compatibility – Requirements andTests.
- ISO 8359 Oxygen Concentrators for Medical Use – Safety Requirements
Electrical, AC Power Consumption
Models 1020000, 1020001
1020002, 1020003
1020014, 1020015
120 VAC ±10%, 350W, 60 Hz
1020004, 1020005 230 VAC ±10%, 320 W, 60 Hz
1020006,1020007, 1020008
1020009, 1020010
1020011, 1020012
1020016, 1020017
230 VAC ±10%, <300 W, 50 Hz
1020013 230 VAC ±10%, <300 W, 60 Hz

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Oxygen
Oxygen Concentration*
(All Models except
1020007, 1020008)
90-96% from 0.5 to 5 LPM
Models 1020007, 1020008 87-96% from 0.5 to 5 LPM
* Device operation above or outside of the voltage, LPM, temperature, humidity and/or altitude values
specified may decrease oxygen concentration levels.
Sound Level
Models 1020000, 1020001
1020002, 1020003
1020013
45 dBA typical
1020004, 1020005
1020006, 1020008
1020009, 1020010
1020011, 1020012
1020016, 1020017
43 dBA typical
1020007, 1020014
1020015 <40 dBA typical
Classification
e EverFlo / EverFlo Q Oxygen Concentrator is classified as:
• IEC Class II Equipment
• Type BF Applied Part
• IPX1 Drip Proof
• Not suitable for use in the presence of a flammable anesthetic mixture with air or with oxygen or nitrous
oxide.
• Continuous Operation
Disposal
Dispose of the device in accordance with local regulations.
WEEE/RoHS Recycling Directives
If you are subject to the WEEE/RoHS recycling directives, refer to www.respironics.com for the passport for
recycling this product.

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Appendix A: EMC Information
GUIDANCE AND MANUFACTURER’SDECLARATION – ELECTROMAGNETIC EMISSIONS: is device is intended for use in the
electromagnetic environment specified below. e user of this device should make sure it is used in such an environment.
EMISSIONS TEST COMPLIANCE ELECTROMAGNETIC ENVIRONMENT – GUIDANCE
RF emissions
CISPR 11
Group 1 The device uses RF energy only for its internal function.Therefore, its
RF emissions are very low and are not likely to cause any interference
in nearby electronic equipment.
RF emissions
CISPR 11
Class B The device is suitable for use in all establishments, including
domestic establishments and those directly connected to the public
low-voltage power supply network.
Harmonic emissions
IEC 61000-3-2
Class A
Voltage uctuations/Flicker emissions
IEC 61000-3-3
Complies
GUIDANCE AND MANUFACTURER’SDECLARATION – ELECTROMAGNETIC IMMUNITY:is device is intended for use in the
electromagnetic environment specified below. e user of this device should make sure it is used in such an environment.
IMMUNITY TEST IEC 60601 TEST
LEVEL
COMPLIANCE LEVEL ELECTROMAGNETIC ENVIRONMENT –
GUIDANCE
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)
IEC 61000-4-2
±6 kV contact
±8 kV air
±6 kV contact
±8 kV air
Floors should be wood, concrete or ceramic
tile. If oors are covered with synthetic
material, the relative humidity should be at
least 30%.
Electrical Fast Transient/Burst
IEC 61000-4-4
±2 kV for power supply lines
±1 kV for input-output lines
±2 kV for supply mains
±1 kV for input/output lines
Mains power quality should be that of a
typical home or hospital environment.
Surge
IEC 61000-4-5
±1 kV dierential mode
±2 kV common mode
±1 kV dierential mode
±2 kV for common mode
Mains power quality should be that of a
typical home or hospital environment.
Voltage dips, short
interruptions and voltage
variations on power supply
input lines
IEC 61000-4-11
<5% UT
(>95% dip in UT) for 0.5 cycle
40% UT
(60% dip in UT) for 5 cycles
70% UT
(30% dip in UT) for 25 cycles
<5% UT
(>95% dip in UT) for 5 sec
<5% UT
(>95% dip in UT) for 0.5 cycle
40% UT
(60% dip in UT) for 5 cycles
70% UT
(30% dip in UT) for 25 cycles
<5% UT
(>95% dip in UT) for 5 sec
Mains power quality should be that of a
typical home or hospital environment. If
the user of the device requires continued
operation during power mains interruptions,
it is recommended that the device be
powered from an uninterruptible power
supply or a battery.
Power frequency (50/60 Hz)
magnetic eld
IEC 61000-4-8
3 A/m 3 A/m Power frequency magnetic elds should be
at levels characteristic of a typical location in
a typical hospital or home environment.
Note: UTis the a.c. mains voltage prior to application of the test level.

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GUIDANCE AND MANUFACTURER’SDECLARATION – ELECTROMAGNETIC IMMUNITY:is device is intended for use in the
electromagnetic environment specified below. e user of this device should make sure it is used in such an environment.
IMMUNITY TEST IEC 60601 TEST LEVEL COMPLIANCE LEVEL ELECTROMAGNETIC ENVIRONMENT – GUIDANCE
Conducted RF
IEC 61000-4-6
Radiated RF
IEC 61000-4-3
3 Vrms
150 kHz to 80!MHz
3 V/m
80 MHz to 2.5 GHz
3 Vrms
3 V/m
Portable and mobile RF communications equipment should be
used no closer to any part of the device, including cables, than
the recommended separation distance calculated from the
equation applicable to the frequency of the transmitter.
Recommended separation distance:
d = 1.2 150 kHz to 80!MHz
d = 1.2 80 MHz to 800 MHz
d = 2.3 800 MHz to 2.5 GHz
Where P is the maximum output power rating of the transmitter
in watts (W) according to the transmitter manufacturer and d is
the recommended separation distance in meters (m).
Field strengths from xed RF transmitters, as determined
by an electromagnetic site survey a, should be less than the
compliance level in each frequency range b.
Interference may occur in the vicinity of equipment marked with
the following symbol:
Note 1: At 80 MHz and 800 MHz, the higher frequency range applies.
Note 2: These guidelines may not apply in all situations. Electromagnetic propagation is aected by absorption and reection from structures,
objects, and people.
a: Field strengths from xed transmitters, such as base stations for radio (cellular/cordless) telephones and land mobile radios, amateur radio, AM
and FM radio broadcast and TV broadcast cannot be predicted theoretically with accuracy. To assess the electromagnetic environment due to
xed RF transmitters, an electromagnetic site survey should be considered. If the measured eld strength in the location in which the device is
used exceeds the applicable RF compliance level above, the device should be observed to verify normal operation. If abnormal performance is
observed, additional measures may be necessary, such as re-orienting or relocating the device.
b: Over the frequency range 150 kHz to 80 MHz, the eld strengths should be less than 3 V/m.
RECOMMENDED SEPARATION DISTANCES BETWEEN PORTABLE AND MOBILE RF COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT AND THIS
DEVICE:e device is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances are controlled. e customer
or the user of this device can help prevent electromagnetic interference by maintaining a minimum distance between portable and mobile
RF communications equipment (transmitters) and this device as recommended below, according to the maximum output power of the
communications equipment.
RATED MAXIMUM POWER
OUTPUT OF TRANSMITTER
(W)
SEPARATION DISTANCE ACCORDING TO FREQUENCY OF TRANSMITTER
(m)
150 KHZTO 80 MHZ
d = 1.2
80 MHZTO 800 MHZ
d = 1.2
800 MHZTO 2.5 GHZ
d = 2.3
0.01 0.12 0.12 0.23
0.1 0.38 0.38 0.73
1 1.2 1.2 2.3
10 3.8 3.8 7.3
100 12 12 23
For transmitters rated at a maximum output power not listed above, the recommended separation distance (d) in meters (m) can be
estimated using the equation applicable to the frequency of the transmitter, where P is the maximum output power rating of the
transmitter in watts (W) according to the transmitter manufacturer.
Note 1: At 80 MHz and 800 MHz, the separation distance for the higher frequency range applies.
Note 2: These guidelines may not apply in all situations. Electromagnetic propagation is aected by absorption and reection from
structures, objects, and people.

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Limited Warranty
Respironics, Inc. warrants that the system shall be free from defects of workmanship and materials and will
perform in accordance with the product specifications for a period of three (3) years from the date of sale by
Respironics, Inc. to the dealer. Respironics warrants that the EverFlo / EverFlo Q units serviced by Respironics,
or an authorized service center, will be free from defects in serviced materials for a period of 90 days and free
from defects in workmanship for a period of 90 days from the time of service. Respironics accessories are
warranted to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 90 days from the time of purchase.
If the product fails to perform in accordance with the product specifications, Respironics, Inc. will repair or
replace – at its option – the defective material or part. Respironics, Inc. will pay customary freight charges from
Respironics, Inc. to the dealer location only. is warranty does not cover damage caused by accident, misuse,
abuse, alteration, and other defects not related to material or workmanship.
Respironics, Inc. disclaims all liability for economic loss, loss of profits, overhead, or consequential damages
which may be claimed to arise from any sale or use of this product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or
limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
is warranty is given in lieu of all other express or implied warranties, including the implied warranties of
merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. In addition, in no event shall Respironics be liable for lost
profits, loss of good will, or incidental or consequential damages, even if Respironics has been advised of the
possibility of the same. Some states or provinces do not allow the exclusion of limitation of implied warranties
or the disclaimer of incidental and consequential damages. Accordingly, the laws of your state or province may
give you additional protections.
To exercise your rights under this warranty, contact your local authorized Respironics, Inc. dealer or contact
Respironics, Inc. at:
Respironics
1001 Murry Ridge Lane
Murrysville, PA 15668
USA
Respironics Deutschland
Gewerbestrasse 17
82211 Herrsching
Germany
1-724-387-4000 [phone]