SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES

Operating Information

For optimum performance, Invacare recommends that each concentrator be on and running for a minimum of 30 minutes at a time. Shorter periods of operation may reduce maximum product life.

Keep the oxygen tubing, cord, and unit out from under such items as blankets, bed coverings, chair cushions, clothing and away from heated or hot surfaces, including space heaters, stoves and similar electrical appliances.

DO NOT move or relocate concentrator by pulling on the power cord.

NEVER drop or insert any object or liquid into any opening.

Invacare recommends that Crush‐Proof oxygen tubing be used with this product and not exceed 15.2 m (50 ft) in length. There are no user serviceable parts. This does not include normal maintenance items. See maintenance section for user maintenance items.

A product should NEVER be left unattended when plugged in. Make sure the Platinum is Off when not in use.

Close supervision is necessary when this product is used near children or physically‐challenged individuals.

Additional monitoring or attention may be required for patients using this device who are unable to hear or see alarms or communicate discomfort.

DO NOT connect the concentrator in parallel or series with other oxygen concentrators or oxygen therapy devices.

Radio Frequency Interference

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with

EMC limits specified by IEC/EN 60601‐1‐2. These limits are designed to provide a reasonable protection against

electromagnetic interference in a typical medical installation.

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