AirSep MN092-1 D - Manual (Page 4)

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Introduction
ImPulse ™ Elite is an electronic oxygen conserving
device (OCD) that provides convenience and mobility
to patients with therapeutic oxygen needs. Designed
and manufactured by AirSep Corporation, ImPulse
Elite uses portable cylinders to provide patients with
oxygen delivery at their prescribed dosages.
With this device, actual oxygen delivery to the patient
occurs at or near the beginning of the breathing cycle
when the patient starts to inhale.
Because ImPulse Elite does not deliver oxygen
during exhalation, which accounts for approximately
two-thirds of the breathing cycle, it wastes little or
no oxygen. This differs greatly from conventional
oxygen systems that deliver oxygen continuously. In
addition, many patients are more comfortable with
oxygen conserving devices than continuous flow
systems because they have fewer problems with nasal
dehydration that can result from constant flow into the
nostrils.
Maximizing Delivery with ImPulse Elite
ImPulse Elite’s advanced electronics enable it to
respond effectively to a patient’s respiratory cycle.
ImPulse Elite senses the start of inhalation. Because
only a small amount of oxygen is actually required to
oxygenate the blood effectively, ImPulse Elite delivers
the precise amount when it is most beneficial — at the
beginning of inhalation.
ImPulse Elite quickly delivers a pulse of oxygen
compatible with your breathing rate and automatically
adjusts with any change in your breathing cycle —
depending on your prescribed oxygen requirement.
This method of oxygen delivery has been clinically
tested and determined to meet oxygen needs satisfied
by comparable flow settings on continuous flow units
up to 6 lpm.
Initial Setup
As part of your initial set up with ImPulse Elite, your
clinician may choose to assess your saturation level
through pulse oximetry. This helps to ensure proper
titration while using the oxygen conserving device.
Safety
ImPulse Elite meets applicable safety and
environmental regulations. This assurance means
you can fully enjoy all the benefits of this device.
However, with all electronic devices and applications
that require oxygen, normal care and precautions must
be followed.
Before you attempt to use this oxygen conserving
device and a portable oxygen cylinder, read all
warning and caution notes in this section of the
manual. Contact your Equipment Provider should you
have further questions.
WARNING: FEDERAL (USA) LAW RESTRICTS
THIS OXYGEN CONSERVING DEVICE TO SALE
BY, OR ON ORDER OF, A LICENSED
PHYSICIAN. THIS DEVICE MUST BE USED
ONLY UNDER THE SUPERVISION OF A LICENSED
PHYSICIAN.
WARNING: HIGH PURITY OXYGEN PROMOTES RAPID
BURNING. DO NOT ALLOW SMOKING OR OPEN FLAMES
WITHIN FIVE FEET OF THIS DEVICE, THE PORTABLE
OXYGEN CYLINDER, OR ANY OXYGEN-CARRYING
ACCESSORY.
WARNING: IF YOU OBSERVE THAT THE OXYGEN
CONSERVING DEVICE IS NOT WORKING PROPERLY OR
YOU FEEL ILL, CONTACT YOUR EQUIPMENT PROVIDER
AND/OR PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY.
WARNING: ALTHOUGH OXYGEN IS A NON-FLAMMABLE
GAS, IT VIGOROUSLY SUPPORTS COMBUSTION. USE NO
OIL, GREASE, OR PETROLEUM-BASED PRODUCTS ON OR
NEAR THE DEVICE OR ANY OXYGEN SOURCE.
WARNING: USE THIS DEVICE AND THE OXYGEN CYLINDER
ONLY WITH CLEAN, DRY, OIL-FREE HANDS.
WARNING: OBSERVE ALL FEDERAL AND/OR
INTERNATIONAL REGULATIONS REGARDING VEHICULAR
TRAVEL BY AIR, SEA, OR LAND WHILE USING AND/OR
TRANSPORTING OXYGEN CYLINDERS.
CAUTION: Maintain a backup supply of
oxygen, and periodically check the contents
gauge on the unit, which monitors the
consumption of oxygen in the cylinder.
CAUTION: Do not use this device with a humidifier or
expose it to water or other liquids.
CAUTION: Do not expose the device to extreme
temperatures.
CAUTION: Do not use this device
• with the batteries removed.
• if the oxygen tubing is kinked or obstructed.
• if the device was tampered with or opened by
anyone other than your Equipment Provider.