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Patient ManualFreeStyle™ PortableOxygen Concentrator

Never use FreeStyle with the device itself located in the trunk of an automobile.Do not allow either the air intake filter or the air outlets to becom

FREESTYLE PORTABLE OXYGEN CONCENTRATOR7AirSep recommends an alternate source of supplemental oxygen in the event of a power outage,alarm condition, or

8Getting Started with Your FreeStyle Portable Oxygen ConcentratorThe FreeStyle packaging contains the following items, as shown in Figures 1-3. If any

FREESTYLE PORTABLE OXYGEN CONCENTRATOR9Optionally, you may also have an AirBelt for extended battery life. That packaging contains the following, as s

10Battery ChargingCheck to make sure your unit’s battery is fully charged before venturing out with FreeStyle for the first time or uponsubsequent use

FREESTYLE PORTABLE OXYGEN CONCENTRATOR11Nasal CannulaA nasal cannula and tubing are used to deliver oxygen from the FreeStyle unit to the user. The tu

Figure 9: Close-Up of Keypad/Alarm DisplayDust CoverAlarm/ServiceIndicatorPulse FlowIndicator(s)Flow Selection Button(Internal) BatteryButton12HandleO

FREESTYLE PORTABLE OXYGEN CONCENTRATOR13Operating Instructions1. Locate and position FreeStyle so that the air inlets and air outlets are not obstruct

14Power SuppliesFreeStyle can be powered in four different ways – the internal battery, an AC power supply, DC power supply, and anoptional AirBelt ba

FREESTYLE PORTABLE OXYGEN CONCENTRATOR15FiltersAir enters FreeStyle through an air intake filter located under the cover on the lower front of the oxy

16Setting of the Flow Selector for Prescribed Oxygen ConcentrationThe FreeStyle unit has three pulse flow settings: 1, 2, and 3, providing flows equi

FREESTYLE PORTABLE OXYGEN CONCENTRATOR17Alarm/Light IndicatorsWhen the FreeStyle unit senses inhalation, a pulse of oxygen is sent through the nasal c

18• Cannula disconnectedWhen FreeStyle is operating but does not sense breathing within a predetermined time period, a constantalarm sounds, and the r

FREESTYLE PORTABLE OXYGEN CONCENTRATOR19Audible AlarmBrief, continuous, atstart-upNoNoNoLight(Green) pulse;continuous light(Green) pulse;intermittent

20Audible AlarmContinuous:BeepIntermittent:Beep, beep, beep...Rapid intermittent:Beep, beep, beep...Rapid intermittent:Beep, beep, beep...Light(Red) a

21CabinetTurn off the FreeStyle unit, and disconnect the power cord from FreeStyle before you clean thecabinet.Keep the FreeStyle unit clean and free

22FilterAir Intake FilterAt least one time each week, remove the cover on the lower front of the unit, and wash the air intake filter,which is positio

23Carrying BagTo clean the carrying bag and strap, brush only with warm soapy water (Do not saturate the bag.), thenallow to air dry. Do not machine

24FreeStyle AccessoriesIn addition to the nasal cannula, AirSep recommends that you do not use accessories with FreeStyle other than thoselisted below

25ProblemFreeStyle does not operate when a pulseflow selection button is pressed.A continuous alarm sounds and the (red)alarm light illuminates contin

TABLE OF CONTENTSAirSep®Freestyle™ PortableOxygen ConcentratorWhy Your Physician Prescribed Oxygen 2What Is the FreeStyle PortableOxygen Concentrator?

26SolutionConnect to a DC or an AC outlet within 2minutes, or connect to the optional AirBelt.Connect to a DC or an AC outletimmediately, or connect t

27FreeStyle Specifications Oxygen Concentration:*] 1-3 pulse settings; equivalent to a continuous flow of 90% oxygenDimensions: 8.6 in. high x 6.1 i

28ClassificationType of protection against electric shock:Class II Protection from electric shock is achieved by double insulation.Degree of protectio

Symbol Description Symbol DescriptionWarning Class IICaution CE markRefer to Patient Manual instructionsType BF equipment29SymbolsSy

30Limited WarrantyAirSep Corporation warrants the FreeStyle Oxygen Concentrator to be free from defect in parts for three years (asspecified on the or

31For European representative:Gavin AylingE-mail: [email protected]

Manufactured by:AirSep CorporationBuffalo, NY 14228-2085 USAFor service on your FreeStyle Portable Oxygen Concentrator, please contact your local Equi

TABLE OF CONTENTSAirSep®Freestyle™ PortableOxygen ConcentratorCleaning, Care, and Proper Maintenance 21Cabinet 21Filters 22Carrying Bag 23Alarm/Servic

FREESTYLE PORTABLE OXYGEN CONCENTRATOR1AirSep’s FreeStyle™ Portable Oxygen ConcentratorThis Patient Manual will acquaint you with AirSep’s FreeStyle™

2Why Your Physician Prescribed OxygenMany people suffer from a variety of heart, lung, and other respiratory diseases. A significant number of these

FREESTYLE PORTABLE OXYGEN CONCENTRATOR3What Is the FreeStyle Portable Oxygen Concentrator?Oxygen concentrators were introduced in the mid-1970s and ha

4FreeStyle delivers a flow of oxygen up to an equivalent flow of 3 LPM (liters per minute) in this lightweight packagethat can be easily carried and u

FREESTYLE PORTABLE OXYGEN CONCENTRATOR5Important Safety RulesCarefully review and familiarize yourself with the following important safety information