Invacare IRC5LX Owners Manual - Page 16

SECTION 5-OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS SECTION 5-OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Introduction Your oxygen concentrator is intended for individual use indoors. It is an electronically operated device that separates oxygen from room air. It provides high concentration of oxygen directly to you through a nasal cannula. Clinical studies have documented that oxygen concentrators are therapeutically equivalent to other types of oxygen delivery systems. Your provider will show you how to use your oxygen concentrator. He/She should be contacted with any questions or problems regarding your oxygen concentrator. This owner's manual will tell you about your concentrator and will serve as a reference as you use your concentrator. Select a Location ƽ 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. Keep unit at least 3 inches away from walls, draperies, furniture, and the like. You may select a room where using your oxygen concentrator would be most convenient. Your concentrator can be easily rolled from room to room on its casters. The air intake of the unit should be located in a well ventilated area to avoid airborne pollutants and/or fumes. DO NOT place in a closet. Platinum™ Series 16 Part No 1118353