Invacare IRC 1705 User Manual
Invacare, Select, Operator’s manual
Table of contents
Document Outline
- Invacare® Select
- Compressor Nebulizer System
- Model IRC 1705
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- DO NOT use this product or any available optional equipment without first completely reading and understanding these instructions and any additional instructional material such as owner’s manuals, service manuals or instruction sheets supplied with...
- Invacare products are specifically designed and manufactured for use in conjunction with Invacare accessories. Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by Invacare and are not recommended for use with Invacare products.
- Register Your Product 4
- special notes 5
- important safeguards 6
- introduction 11
- typical product parameters 12
- supplemental information 14
- section 1—handling 15
- section 2—operating instructions 16
- section 3—Cleaning and Disinfecting 20
- section 4—mAINTENANCE 24
- section 5—TROUBLESHOOTING 26
- Limited Warranty 29
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- Register Your Product
- special notes
- NOTICE
- caution
- Federal law restricts this device to sale or rental by or on the order of a physician, or any other practitioner licensed by the law of the State in which he/she practices to use or order the use of this device.
- “This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). As a safety feature, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact ...
- READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
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- FIRE RISK - DO NOT use this product in an oxygen enriched environment (i.e – oxygen tent).
- Risk of electric shock. DO NOT disassemble. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
- To Reduce the Risk of Electrocution:
- ALWAYS unplug this product IMMEDIATELY after using.
- DO NOT use while bathing.
- DO NOT place or store product where it can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink.
- DO NOT place in or drop into water or other liquid.
- DO NOT reach for a product that has fallen into water. Unplug IMMEDIATELY.
- To Reduce the Risk of Burns, Electrocution, Fire and Injury to Persons:
- This product should NEVER be left unattended when plugged in.
- Close supervision is necessary when this product is used by, on, or near children and physically challenged individuals.
- Use this product only for its intended use as described in this manual and only with the prescribed medication. Use this product only under physician’s direction.
- NEVER operate this product with a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it was dropped or damaged, or if it was dropped into water. Call qualified service personnel for examination and repair.
- Keep the nebulizer tubing, cord, and unit away from heated or hot surfaces, including space heaters, electric blankets, stoves and similar electrical appliances.
- NEVER drop or insert objects into any opening or hose.
- NEVER use while sleeping or drowsy.
- NEVER block the air openings of the product or place it on a soft surface, such as a bed or couch, where the air openings may be blocked. Keep the air openings free from lint, hair and the like. Blocked openings may cause the unit to shut down. Conta...
- The compressor nebulizer system uses the surrounding air to effectively administer the prescribed medication through the nebulizer. The user and administrator should be aware of surroundings so as not to have contaminated air filtered through the com...
- DO NOT use the compressor nebulizer system in these environments. Otherwise, serious bodily injury may occur.
- This unit is oil-less. DO NOT lubricate.
- This equipment is not suitable for use in the presence of a flammable anesthetic mixture with air or with nitrous oxide.
- When not administering treatment, keep out of the reach of small children. Some of the parts of the nebulizer are small enough for children to swallow. The tubing may present a strangulation hazard
- NEVER touch the unit with wet hands.
- DO NOT pull on the power cord to unplug the unit from an electrical outlet.
- DO NOT overload wall outlets.
- Maintenance MUST be performed by a qualified service technician.
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- introduction
- typical product parameters
- supplemental information
- Compressor
- Extension Cords
- Section 1— handling
- Section 2— operating instructions
- caution
- Caution
- DO NOT add over 6 ml of medication to the medication cup.The maximum capacity of the nebulizer medication cup is 6 ml.
- 4. Add the prescribed amount of medication to the cup of the nebulizer using an eyedropper, pre-measured dose or ampoule.
- Eyedropper
- FIGURE 2.1 Adding Medication
- 5. Gently twist the top and bottom sections together to assemble the nebulizer. Be sure the two sections fit securely.
- 6. Attach one end of the air tubing to the air tubing connector located on the front of the compressor.
- 7. Attach the other end of the air tubing to the base of the nebulizer.
- 8. Attach the mouthpiece to the top section of the nebulizer. Refer to the nebulizer manual for additional instructions.
- 9. With the power switch off, plug the power cord into an appropriate electrical outlet.
- FIGURE 2.1 Adding Medication
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- This device is for intermittent use: 30 min. ON / 30 min. OFF. Failure to operate within these limits could damage the device beyond repair.
- Treatment Instructions
- NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 2.2.
- 3. As aerosol begins to flow, inhale deeply, slowly, and hold breath for ten seconds. Then exhale slowly through the mouthpiece.
- 4. When treatment is complete, turn the unit off by setting the switch to the “O” position and unplug the unit from the electrical outlet.
- 5. Before storing supplies between treatments, clean and dry the nebulizer and accessories. Refer to Cleaning and Disinfecting on page 20.
- Section 3— Cleaning and Disinfecting
- Following the cleaning instructions after each use will prevent any remaining medication in the nebulizer cup from drying and causing the device to nebulize ineffectively.
- It is recommended that the nebulizer and the mouthpiece be thoroughly rinsed with hot tap water after each use and cleaned with a mild detergent after the last treatment of the day. The same pieces MUST also be disinfected daily by soaking in a vineg...
- Cleaning the Outer Case
- Cleaning the Nebulizer
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- To prevent possible risk of infection due to contamination, follow these instructions:
- • Clean the nebulizer before initial operations.
- • Clean the nebulizer after each aerosol treatment.
- • ALWAYS use fresh cleaning solution.
- • DO NOT towel dry the nebulizer components after cleaning.
- NOTE: Your physician and/or an Invacare dealer may specify certain cleaning procedures. If so, follow their recommendations. If not, clean according to the following instructions:
- 1. Remove the nebulizer and mouthpiece from the tubing.
- 2. Disassemble nebulizer chamber by turning counterclockwise and separating.
- 3. Fill two plastic containers or bowls:
- 4. Thoroughly clean the nebulizer and mouthpiece in hot water/detergent solution.
- 5. Remove from the water/detergent solution and rinse with clear hot tap water.
- 6. Soak in hot water/vinegar solution for 30 minutes.
- 7. Rinse with hot tap water again and air dry thoroughly.
- 8. Keep the outer surface of the tubing dust-free by wiping regularly.
- Cleaning the Compressor
- CAUTION
- Unplug unit before cleaning. DO NOT submerge in water to clean.
- DO NOT clean using abrasive cleaners.
- 1. Clean the casing of the main unit daily by using a soft cloth moistened with water or a mild detergent.
- 2. Wipe the casing and immediately dry using a soft clean cloth.
- Cleaning the Mouthpiece
- Section 4— mAINTENANCE
- caution
- Notes
- Notes
- Limited Warranty
- PLEASE NOTE: THE WARRANTY BELOW HAS BEEN DRAFTED TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL LAW APPLICABLE TO PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED AFTER JULY 4, 1975.
- This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser who purchases this product when new and unused from Invacare Corporation or a dealer. This warranty is not extended to any other person or entity and is not transferable or assignable to any su...
- Invacare warrants this product when purchased new and unused to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 3 years from date of purchase from Invacare or a dealer, with a copy of the seller’s invoice required for coverage und...
- For warranty service, please contact the Invacare service department during normal business hours at the toll-free telephone number identified on the back cover of this manual. Upon receiving notice of an alleged defect in a product, Invacare will is...
- LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS: THE FOREGOING WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY TO SERIAL NUMBERED PRODUCTS IF THE SERIAL NUMBER HAS BEEN REMOVED OR DEFACED; PRODUCTS SUBJECTED TO NEGLIGENCE, ACCIDENT, IMPROPER OPERATION, MAINTENANCE, OR STORAGE; PRODUCTS MODIFIE...
- THE FOREGOING EXPRESS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES WHATSOEVER, WHETHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND THE SOLE REMEDY FOR VIOLATIONS OF ...
- Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damage, or limitation of how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusion and limitation may not be applicable.
- THIS WARRANTY SHALL BE EXTENDED TO COMPLY WITH STATE/PROVINCIAL LAWS AND REQUIREMENTS.
- Limited Warranty