Troubleshooting problem solution – Invacare Compressor User Manual

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SECTION 7—TROUBLESHOOTING

HomeFill

Compressor

Part No 1100873

NOTE: Refer to the cylinder’s manual for proper fill times.

NOTE: Filling times are approximate and may vary on environmental
conditions.

BELOW NORMAL

(YELLOW) light stays On

1. Ensure the concentrator has warmed up for at least
20 minutes.If it has not been 20 minutes, turn the
compressor Off until the concentrator warms up. If the
YELLOW light still remains on proceed to STEP 2.
2. Inspect the connection between the compressor and
the concentrator for damage or pinching.
• If damaged, replace.
• If pinched, straighten tubing. Turn the compressor
Off for at least 10 seconds. Turn the compressor On.
If the YELLOW light still remains on after 10 minutes,
proceed to STEP 3.
3. The concentrator may need service, contact your
home health care provider or Invacare.

Fill times exceed maximum as
recommended fill times OR
GREEN filling light stays On.

1. Ensure the cylinder regulator is set to Off.
2. Check the recommended fill times shown in the
individual cylinder’s manual.
3. Check that the cylinder is connected properly. Turn
the compressor Off. Remove the cylinder and reinstall.
Turn the compressor ON.
4. Check the compressor/concentrator line for proper
connection and/or damage (i.e. - leaks or kinks).
5. Check the concentrator liter flow setting is at three
L/min or less. If necessary, adjust the liter flow setting
(refer to the concentrator owner’s manual). If the
GREEN filling light does not go Off, the compressor
and/or concentrator may need service. Contact your
home health care provider or Invacare.

Excessive noise when
compressor is On

1. Call home health care provider or Invacare for
service.

Hissing sound from Regulator
when flow selector is Off

1. Turn flow selector Off.
2. If hissing sounds continue, call home health care
provider or Invacare.

Regulator is On but O

is not

being delivered

1. Refill cylinder
2. Check that cannula is straight and not pinched. If
damaged, replace.
3. Call home health care provider or Invacare for
service.

TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM

SOLUTION