SECTION 4—OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

4.Listen for leaks. If a leak is present, close the cylinder valve, check the CGA870 seal washer, and reinstall. If the leak persists, DO NOT use the equipment. Contact your Home Care Provider for repair.

5.Check the oxygen pressure gauge to verify the cylinder pressure.

6.Ensure that the vent hole on the side of the unit is not obstructed.

7.Position the cylinder so the oxygen cylinder valve outlet is pointing away from the user and any other person(s).

8.Attach a standard adult single lumen oxygen nasal cannula, no longer than seven feet to the product’s outlet fitting. DO NOT use pediatric, low flow nasal cannulas or oxygen masks with this product.

NOTE: A unit without cannula attached may pulse if set at position 1‐6.

9.Place the cannula over your ears and position the prongs in your nose according to the cannula manufacturer’s instructions, or as instructed by your Health Care provider. Refer to FIGURE 4.1.

FIGURE 4.1 Cannula Placement

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Invacare IOC100P manual Cannula Placement