AirSep MN137-1 D - Manual (Page 81)

VisionAire™ EN
AirSep ® Corporation EN-21
MN137-1 rev. D
5.0 Troubleshooting
If your concentrator fails to operate properly, consult your Equipment Provider,
and refer to the troubleshooting chart on the following pages for probable causes
and solutions.
Do not attempt any maintenance other than the possible solutions
listed below.
If the unit has not been used for an extended time period, it needs
to operate for several minutes before power failure alarm can
become activated.
Problem Probable Cause Solution
Unit does not
operate. Power
failure condition
causes an alarm to
sound. The power cord is not
connected to the
electrical outlet.
No power at the
electrical outlet.
Circuit breaker on
concentrator unit is
activated. Check power cord at the
electrical outlet for a proper
connection.
Check power source, wall
switch, in-house fuse or circuit
breaker.
Press (do not hold in) the circuit
breaker reset button in the front
of the unit.
If the circuit breaker trips again
or the alarm continues to sound
after the unit is turned on,
contact your Equipment
Provider.
EN VisionAire™
EN-22 AirSep ® Corporation
MN137-1 rev. D
Problem Probable Cause Solution
Limited or no
oxygen flow. Dirty or obstructed
humidifier bottle, or
leak present.
Defective nasal
cannula, or other
oxygen accessories,
i.e. oxygen tubing.
Cannula tubing loose. Remove the humidifier bottle,
and if flow is restored, clean or
replace the humidifier bottle.
Remove and check accessories
for kinks or obstructions.
Replace if needed.
Check cannula tubing
connection at control panel.
Condensation
collects in the
oxygen tubing when
you use a humidifier
bottle Unit not properly
ventilated.
Elevated operating
temperatures. Make sure unit is positioned
away from curtains or drapes,
hot air registers or heaters, Be
certain to place the unit so all
sides are at least 1 foot (30 cm)
away from a wall or other
obstruction. Do not place the
unit in a confined area.
Refill humidifier bottle with
COLD water.
DO NOT OVERFILL. Allow
oxygen tubing to dry out, or
replace with new tubing.
Intermittent alarm
sounds at one
second intervals. See section 2.6
‘Safety Features’ for a
description of auditory
indicators. Set I/0 power switch to
0 position, use your reserve
oxygen supply (if provided), and
consult your Equipment Provider
immediately.