Invacare IRC1175 Operation from the Wall Outlet, Operating from the Freeway Freedom Battery Pack

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OPERATION

OPERATION FROM THE WALL OUTLET

The Freeway Freedom power pack is required for running the Freeway Freedom from AC wall outlets and to recharge the batteries when not in use. Your AC/DC power pack and cord are designed to operate from U.S. and North American outlet voltages and plug configurations (90 - 240 VAC, 50 - 60Hz). By purchasing travel plug adaptors, the Freeway Freedom can be utilized around the world.

1.Ensure that the ON/OFF switch is in the OFF (O) position.

2.Connect the Freeway Freedom AC/DC power pack to the power cord.

3.Plug the power cord into the wall and the power pack outlet lead into the Freeway Freedom DC inlet. The GREEN charging

indicator light( ) will come ON.

4.Proceed to PREPARING FOR TREATMENT section in this manual.

OPERATING FROM THE FREEWAY FREEDOM BATTERY PACK

1.Ensure the AC/DC power pack or 12 volt lead is NOT plugged into the control unit panel of the Freeway Freedom.

2.Ensure that the ON/OFF switch is in the OFF ( O ) position.

3.Insert the charged Freeway Freedom battery pack into the unit. Refer to INSTALLING THE FREEWAY FREEDOM BATTERY PACK section in this manual.

4.Proceed to the PREPARING FOR TREATMENT section in this manual.

OPERATING FROM A CAR OR A BOAT

The Freeway Freedom’s 12 volt lead will fit into the majority of car cigarette lighter sockets. The vehicle MUST BE a negative ground system. This is normal on practically all modern vehicles. Connection to a positive ground system cannot damage the Freeway Freedom, the unit simply will NOT operate or charge the battery from an incorrect polarity DC supply.

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Contents Operators Manual Invacare Freeway FreedomSpecial Notes Table of Contents Safety Summary Safety Summary Features Model IRC1175 Specifications FlowrateIntroduction Traveling InformationFreeway Freedom Battery Pack Installing the Freeway Freedom Battery Pack FigureInitial Battery Charging Normal Battery Charging ProceduresExplanation of Power Indicator Lights Power Supply OptionsOperation Operating from the Freeway Freedom Battery Pack Operation from the Wall OutletOperating from a CAR or a Boat Preparing for Treatment Figure Preparing for Treatment Taking the Treatment After the Treatment Figure Maintenance Prolonging the Life of Your BatteryCleaning the Freeway Freedom MaintenanceCleaning the Sidestream Nebulizer Replacing the AIR Filter FigureFuse Replacement Accessories and Spare PartsServicing Troubleshooting Problem Possible SolutionsLimited Warranty Limited Warranty Manufactured by