Introduction; Intended Use; Indications For Use; Contraindications - DeVilbiss 525 Serie Guía De Instrucciones

INTRODUCTION

This instruction guide will acquaint you with your DeVilbiss oxygen concentrator . Make sure that you read and understand this guide before operating your unit . Important
safeguards are indicated throughout this guide . Pay special attention to all safety information . Contact your DeVilbiss equipment provider should you have any questions .

Intended Use

The DeVilbiss 5 Liter Oxygen Concentrator intended use is to provide supplemental low flow oxygen therapy for patients suffering from COPD, cardiovascular disease, and
lung disorders . The oxygen concentrator is used in home type environments, homes, nursing homes, patient care facilities, etc .

Indications For Use

The DeVilbiss Oxygen Concentrator is intended for use as an oxygen concentrator to provide supplemental low flow oxygen therapy in the home, nursing homes, patient care
facilities, etc .

Contraindications

The device is not intended to be life supporting or life sustaining .
The DeVilbiss 5 Liter Oxygen Concentrator may be contraindicated in patients at risk of experiencing serious adverse health consequences resulting from a temporary loss of
function . Please consult with your prescribing physician if you believe you may be at risk .

Essential Performance

Essential Performance of the Oxygen Concentrator is to deliver a continuous flow of oxygen enriched gas. Visual and audible alarms indicate if the device is not meeting
specification or a failure has been detected.

Service Life

The expected service life of the 525 series oxygen concentrator, which includes the performance of any required service or maintenance, is 5 years . The expected service life
is based on the operation of the device in accordance with all manufacturer guidance for safe use, maintenance, servicing, storage, shipping, handling, and general operation .
The actual service life of the unit, and in particular the service life of certain subcomponents, including the Filters, Sieve Beds and Compressor Cup Seals, will vary based on a
number of variables, including the operating environment, storage environment, shipping, handling, performance of preventive maintenance, and both the frequency and
intensity of use .
The 525 series oxygen concentrators have internal sensors and diagnostic systems designed to monitor the system performance, including the oxygen concentration (purity),
flow and temperature. The 525 concentrators will alert the user when the device requires maintenance or service. Please see the Troubleshooting and Maintenance Sections
for more detailed information .

Why Your Physician Prescribed Supplemental Oxygen

Today, many people suffer from heart, lung and other respiratory diseases. Many of these people can benefit from supplemental oxygen therapy. Your body requires a steady
supply of oxygen to function properly . Your physician prescribed supplemental oxygen for you, because you are not getting enough oxygen from room air alone . Supplemental
oxygen will increase the amount of oxygen that your body receives .
Supplemental oxygen is not addictive. Your physician prescribed a specific oxygen flow to improve symptoms such as headaches, drowsiness, confusion, fatigue or increased
irritability . If these symptoms persist after you begin your supplemental oxygen program, consult your physician .
The oxygen delivery setting has to be determined for each patient individually with the configuration of the equipment to be used, including accessories.
The proper placement and positioning of the prongs of the nasal cannula in the nose is critical to the amount of oxygen delivered to the respiratory system of the patient .
Your Delivery settings of the oxygen concentrator should be periodically reassessed for the effectiveness of therapy .
How Your DeVilbiss Oxygen Concentrator Works
Oxygen concentrators are the most reliable, efficient and convenient source of supplemental oxygen available today. The oxygen concentrator is electrically operated. The unit
separates oxygen from room air which allows high-purity supplemental oxygen to be delivered to you through the oxygen outlet. Although the concentrator filters the oxygen in
a room, it will not affect the normal amount of oxygen in your room .
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