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Operator’s Manual
™
HomeFill
Oxygen Post Valve
Cylinder
HF2POST6
HF2POST9
HF2POSTD
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WARNING DO NOT OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT FIRST READING AND UNDERSTANDING THIS MANUAL. IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, AND INSTRUCTIONS, CONTACT A HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL, DEALER OR A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE THIS EQUIPMENT - OTHERWISE INJURY OR DAMAGE MAY RESULT. WARNING Invacare products are specifically designed and manufactured for use in conjunction with Invacare accessories. Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not
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TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS SPECIAL NOTES ...............................................4 RECEIVING INSPECTION ..................................4 INTENDED USE ................................................4 SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES ..................5 SECTION 2—FEATURES ....................................8 SECTION 3—TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS .................................................9 SECTION 4—INSPECTION AND COMPRESSOR INTERFACE .......................................
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SPECIAL NOTES SPECIAL NOTES Signal words are used in this manual and apply to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in personal injury or property damage. Refer to the following table for definitions of the signal words. SIGNAL WORD MEANING DANGER Danger indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING Warning indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury
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SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES WARNING SECTION 1 - IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS contains important information for the safe operation and use of this product. 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 this product or optional equipment. If you are unable to underst
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SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES WARNING DO NOT attempt to repair product. DO NOT immerse product in any kind of liquid. Store product in a clean area when not in use. Only use an Invacare Corporation HF2POST6BAG or HF2POST9BAG carrying bag. NEVER smoke in an area where oxygen is being administered. ALWAYS confirm prescribed dose before administering to patient and monitor on a frequent basis. DO NOT use if dirt or contaminants are present on or around cylinder, valve, product or connecting
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SECTION 1—GENERAL GUIDELINES WARNING NEVER oil or lubricate the cylinder fittings. NEVER use any penetrating oil or lubricant such as WD-40 or 3 in One. If connection difficulty is experienced verify that the cylinder fitting is being inserted straight down into the compressor coupler. If continued difficulty is experienced contact your supplier for assistance. DO NOT allow cylinders to tip or fall. Secure gas cylinders so they cannot fall. Ensure cylinder is always in upright position.
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SECTION 2—FEATURES SECTION 2—FEATURES Toggle Valve Cylinder Fill Port FIGURE 2.1 Product Diagram ™ HomeFill 8 Part No 1148114
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SECTION 3—TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS SECTION 3—TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS DIMENSIONS: HF2POST6: Weight 4.0 lbs (1.81 kg) HF2POST6: Overall Length 11.1 in. (2.8 cm) HF2POST6: Diameter 4.4 in. (11.1 cm) HF2POST9: Weight 5.0 lbs (2.27 kg) HF2POST9: Overall Length 14 in (35.5 cm) HF2POST9: Diameter 4.4 in (11.1 cm) HF2POSTD: Weight 6.30 lbs (2.85 kg) HF2POSTD: Overall Length 20.8 in (52.8 cm) HF2POSTD: Diameter 4.4 in (11.1 cm) STORAGE CONDITIONS TEMPERATURE: -40°F (-40°C) to 140°F (60°C) MAXIMUM
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SECTION 4—INSPECTION AND COMPRESSOR INTERFACE SECTION 4—INSPECTION AND COMPRESSOR INTERFACE ™ NOTE: Refer to the HomeFill Compressor Owner’s Manual for compressor operating instructions. Cylinder Prefill Inspection WARNING All cylinders MUST be inspected before attempting to fill; otherwise, injury or damage may occur. NEVER smoke in an area where oxygen is being administered. NEVER use near any type of flame or flammable/explosive substances, vapors or atmosphere. NOTE: For this proced
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SECTION 4—INSPECTION AND COMPRESSOR INTERFACE External Examination NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 4.1 on page 12. 1. Examine the outside of the cylinder for the following conditions and replace the cylinder if they exist: • Dents or dings • Arc burns • Oil or grease • Any other signs of damage that might cause a cylinder to be unacceptable or unsafe for use. 2. Examine the cylinder for evidence of fire or thermal damage. Evidence includes charring or blistering of the paint, or ot
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SECTION 4—INSPECTION AND COMPRESSOR INTERFACE ! DANGER Improper filling or abuse of this cylinder, or failure to follow these safety instructions may cause serious bodily injury or death. High pressure oxidizing gas vigorously accelerates combustion. DO NOT alter or modify cylinder or related components. DO NOT use Oil or Grease. Keep cylinder, cylinder valve, all equipment and connections free of oil and grease to avoid violent ignition resulting in serious bodily injury or death. ! WARNING F
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SECTION 4—INSPECTION AND COMPRESSOR INTERFACE 2. Ensure toggle valve is open. Open the toggle valve by rotating counterclockwise. 3. Examine the gauge on the connected conserver or regulator. Perform one of the following: • If the cylinder pressure is less than 1500 psig, fill the cylinder. Connect the cylinder to the compressor. Refer to Filling the Cylinder on page 13. • If the cylinder pressure is greater than 1500 psig., DO NOT attempt to fill this cylinder. It may not fill. Use cylind
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SECTION 4—INSPECTION AND COMPRESSOR INTERFACE CONSERVER/REGULATOR CONSERVER/REGULATOR INSTALLED REMOVED Gauge Toggle Valve Conserver/ Regulator Cylinder FIGURE 4.2 Component Identification 4. Remove the post valve cover (located on the cylinder) and the connector fillport covers (located on the compressor) (FIGURE 4.3). Connector Post Valve Cover Fillport Cover FIGURE 4.3 Fillport Covers 5. On the compressor unit, momentarily push DOWN on the outer ring (sleeve) of the connector fillpor
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SECTION 4—INSPECTION AND COMPRESSOR INTERFACE NOTE: If the outer ring (sleeve) is in the UP position (GREEN dots not visible), the connector fillport will not be able to accept the cylinder fillport. Pushing DOWN momentarily will reset the connector fillport (GREEN dots visible) to accept the cylinder fillport. PUSH Outer Ring (Sleeve) DOWN Connector Fillport GREEN Dots BEFORE COUPLING CYLINDER, PUSH DOWN ON SLEEVE UNTIL GREEN DOTS ARE VISIBLE. FIGURE 4.4 Resetting Connector Fillport 6. G
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SECTION 4—INSPECTION AND COMPRESSOR INTERFACE NOTE: Refer to Cylinder Fill Times on page 20 for the length of time it will take to fill the cylinder. DETAIL “B” DETAIL “A” Cylinder Cylinder Assembly Outer Ring Fillport (Sleeve) Compressor DETAIL “C” Power Switch Cylinder Fillport Outer Ring (Sleeve) Connector Compressor Cylinder PULL Fillport Cradle UP FIGURE 4.5 Connecting the Cylinder to the Compressor ™ HomeFill 16 Part No 1148114
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SECTION 4—INSPECTION AND COMPRESSOR INTERFACE 11. After the cylinder is full, press the compressor power switch to the Off (O) position (FIGURE 4.6). 12. Grasp the cylinder assembly (FIGURE 4.6). 13. With the other hand, grasp the outer ring (sleeve) of the connector fillport and push DOWN (FIGURE 4.6). 14. Lift up on the cylinder assembly to remove from the connector fillport (FIGURE 4.6). PUSH DOWN Outer Ring (Sleeve) Cylinder Cylinder Assembly Fillport Power Switch Connector Compresso
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SECTION 4—INSPECTION AND COMPRESSOR INTERFACE WARNING The fillport cover on the connector fillport and the post valve fillport MUST be replaced after filling and whenever not in use. If either of the fillport covers are missing contact your healthcare provider before using. 17. Place the fillport covers onto the connector fillport (located on the compressor) and post valve fillport (located on the cylinder) (FIGURE 4.7). 18. Install a CGA870 post valve compatible conserver or regulator a
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SECTION 5—MAINTENANCE SECTION 5—MAINTENANCE 1. After each use, clean exterior of the product with a dry, lint free cloth only. 2. Store product in a clean area free from grease, oil, and other sources of contamination. CAUTION DO NOT use cleaning solutions. DO NOT immerse product in any kind of liquid. All repairs MUST be done by Invacare Corporation. ™ Part No 1148114 19 HomeFill
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SECTION 6—CYLINDER FILL TIMES SECTION 6—CYLINDER FILL TIMES NOTE: All filling times are approximate and may vary on environmental conditions. * Cylinder Concentrator Flow Rate to Patient: Filling (Platinum 5 up to 3 L/min. and Platinum 10 up to 5 Times L/min) HF2POST6 HF2POST9 HF2POSTD NORMAL 1 hr 25 min 2 hr 20 min 3 hr 20 min MAXIMUM 1 hr 50 min 2 hr 45 min 3 hr 50 min Troubleshooting If post valve cylinder fails to function, try the following solutions. If problem cannot be corrected, cons
