Operating Zen-O; Connecting Nasal Cannula - GCE Zen-O RS-00500 Manual Del Usuario

• Connect the oxygen adapter hose (max 50 cm) to the angle adapter and fit the other
end to the oxygen outlet on the concentrator. Make sure all connections are secure.
• Connect the nasal cannula to the humidifier bottle outlet and ensure oxygen is flowing
through the cannula.
• The concentrator and the humidifier should always be used in an upright position to
prevent water from entering the nasal cannula.
NOTE: Using only specified cannula.
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7 . OPERATING ZEN-O™

IMPORTANT: Read Chapter 3 - Safety Instructions before using this device.
Zen-O™ Portable Oxygen Concentrator is designed for ease of use, with all functions ac-
cessed through just a few buttons on the control panel.
The device should be carried in its carry bag, placed on a cart and used when positioned
upright on a table or on the floor while in the carry bag. The patient should be within the
recommended cannula length during use.
IMPORTANT: Except during startup and shutdown sequences, the backlight on the dis-
play screen will remain off. Pressing any button will turn the backlight on briefly. The
backlight will also remain activated during an un-
muted alarm condition.

7 . 1 . CONNECTING NASAL CANNULA

CAUTION: Replace the cannula on a regular basis .
Check with your home oxygen provider or clinician
to determine how often the cannula should be
replaced .
CAUTION: Always follow cannula manufacturer's
instructions for proper use.
Connect the tubing to the cannula port as shown in Fig. 5.
To connect the cannula to the patient, position the cannula tips in
patient's nostrils and pass tubing over both ears and under chin.
Follow manufacturer's instructions.
Slide adapter up tubing to adjust for comfort and fit.
Once the cannula is secured, breathe normally through the
nose. Zen-O™ will detect a breath and deliver the oxygen during
inhalation.
IMPORTANT: Improper cannula placement may result in the device
being unable to detect all respiratory efforts of the patient. Ensure
cannula is connected securely and it has been fully inserted.
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Fig. 5
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