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WARNING: DO NOT TOUCH THE BATTERY CONTACTS AND
THE PATIENT AT THE SAME TIME WHEN ENERGIZING THE
UNIT WITH THE EXTERNAL POWER SUPPLY (AC POWER
SUPPLY) AND WITH NO BATTERY PACK INSTALLED.
CAUTION: Use only accessories recommended by the
manufacturer. Use of any other may be hazardous, cause
serious damage to your oxygen concentrator and will
void the warranty.
CAUTION: Do not use extension cords with this unit or connect too
many plugs into the same electrical outlet. The use of extension
cords could adversely affect the performance of the device. Too
many plugs into one outlet can result in an overload to the electri-
cal panel causing the breaker/fuse to activate or fire if the breaker
or fuse fails to operate.
CAUTION: Use of cables and adapters other than those specified,
with the exception of cables and adapters sold by the manufacturer
of the medical electrical equipment as replacement parts for in-
ternal components, may result in increased emissions of decreased
immunity of the Oxygen Concentrator.
12VDC Cable
12VDC Cable
A 12VDC Cable allows the system to operate from DC outlets,
such as those found in motor vehicles.
1. Start your vehicle.
2. Insert the 12 Volt DC cord into the recessed power
receptacle on the side of the device.
3. Insert the 12VDC Cable plug into the DC power outlet in
your motor vehicle.
When the device is properly connected and receiving power
from the DC power source, the green External Power Indicator
on the control panel will illuminate.
eQuinox DC Supply Connection
When the eQuinox is connected to the DC supply in a vehicle, the
following applies:
• The eQuinox will run at all continuous flow settings 0.5–
3.0LPM and all pulse settings 1–9 while being operated with
the DC Supply in a car.
• The battery will only charge if there is sufficient power
remaining after the device is running at the prescribed flow
rate. The eQuinox will dedicate the power supplied to run
the unit first. Any power left over will be used as a trickle
charge to re-charge the battery. If the eQuinox battery is being
charged, the battery symbol will waterfall. If the eQuinox
battery is not charging, the battery symbol will be displayed
solid.
WARNING: DO NOT ALLOW EITHER THE AIR INTAKE OR THE
AIR OUTLET VENTS TO BECOME BLOCKED. THIS CAN CAUSE
THE OXYGEN CONCENTRATOR TO OVERHEAT AND IMPAIR
PERFORMANCE.
WARNING: IF THE VEHICLE'S DC POWER SOURCE DROPS BELOW 11.5
VOLTS, THE EQUINOX WILL REVERT TO THE BATTERY OPERATION (IF
THE BATTERY IS PRESENT AND CHARGED).
CAUTION: When the automobile in which you are using
the Oxygen Concentrator unit is turned off, disconnect
and remove the device from the automobile. Do not store
the Oxygen Concentrator in a very hot or cold automobile or in
other similar, high-or low-temperature environments. DO NOT leave
the Oxygen Concentrator or the Power Supply plugged into the
vehicle if the ignition is in the OFF position. Doing so may drain the
vehicle's battery.
Note: While operating the device from a 12VDC Cable, the Battery may
not charge.
Note: When operating the eQuinox from a 12VDC Cable, it is recommend-
ed that the Pulse Dose Mode be used if prescribed to use a pulse dose
device.
Note: To ensure that the device is utilizing the DC power, check that the
External Power Indicator is illuminated. If a beep is heard, this could indi-
cate a loss of external power. Check if the green External Power Indicator
LED is on or off. If the battery is removed on DC power, it will ensure no
loss of charge while the unit is running. If the indicator is not illuminated,
the battery is powering the device.
Note: Actual performance of the eQuinox may vary depending upon usage
conditions of the motor vehicle. Some vehicles may not be able to support
full functionality on DC power. In the event the vehicle cannot provide
enough power to operate at the current setting, the eQuinox will first
stop charging the battery and continue to run at the prescribed flow rate.
If the vehicle still cannot provide enough power, the eQuinox will then
lower the flow rate if the flow rate is 2.0LPM or greater. If the flow rate is
less than 2.0LPM, the eQuinox will shut down.
If low flow rates are experienced, remove all other electronic devices
connected to the power circuit (GPS, cell phone charger, etc.). If sufficient
power is restored, flow rates are not automatically increased back to the
original setting; user will need to manually adjust. If the eQuinox is still
not operating at the prescribed flow rate, attempt to remove the battery
pack.
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