Invacare HomeFill HF2POST6, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...Invacare products parts and services please visit www invacare com Operator s Manual HomeFill Oxygen Post Valve Cylinder HF2POST6 HF2POST9 HF2POSTD Caution Federal law restricts this device to sale or rental by or on 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 ...

Page 2: ...nvacare accessories Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by Invacare DANGER DO NOT SMOKE while using this device Keep all matches lighted cigarettes candles or other sources of ignition out of the room in which this product is located and away from where oxygen is being delivered Textiles and other materials that normally would not burn are easily ignited and burn with ...

Page 3: ...TION 1 GENERAL GUIDELINES 5 SECTION 2 FEATURES 8 SECTION 3 TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS 9 SECTION 4 INSPECTION AND COMPRESSOR INTERFACE 10 Cylinder Prefill Inspection 10 Filling the Cylinder 13 SECTION 5 MAINTENANCE 19 SECTION 6 CYLINDER FILL TIMES 20 Troubleshooting 20 Replacement Parts Accessories 20 LIMITED WARRANTY 22 ...

Page 4: ... store supplemental oxygen for use with a CGA 870 post valve compatible conserver or regulator to be used by patients who may have difficulty extracting oxygen from the air they breathe NOTE Updated versions of this manual are available on www invacare com SIGNAL WORD MEANING DANGER Danger indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNI...

Page 5: ...ble to understand the Warnings Cautions or Instructions contact a health care professional dealer or technical personnel before attempting to use this equipment otherwise injury or damage may occur DANGER This product is not intended as a life sustaining or life supporting device WARNING Only personnel instructed and trained in the use of the HF2POST6 HF2POST9 and HF2POSTD Cylinder Assembly should...

Page 6: ...for Medical Gas Products and Flowmeters E 7 and Oxygen Handling G 4 The use of this device is limited to the oxygen patient Cylinders MUST be used only by the oxygen patient and are not to be distributed to any other individual for any purpose DO NOT allow oil from your hands or other sources to come into contact with the cylinder fittings These substances may become flammable in the presence of o...

Page 7: ...or assistance DO NOT allow cylinders to tip or fall Secure gas cylinders so they cannot fall Ensure cylinder is always in upright position DO NOT store cylinders near sources of heat or flame DO NOT use while sleeping without consulting your healthcare provider DO NOT place the unit under clothing while in use When this product is in use a small amount of oxygen is vented Wearing the unit under cl...

Page 8: ...SECTION 2 FEATURES HomeFill 8 Part No 1148114 SECTION 2 FEATURES FIGURE 2 1 Product Diagram Cylinder Fill Port Toggle Valve ...

Page 9: ...ST6 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 HUMIDITY 95 ...

Page 10: ...ing 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 procedure refer to FIGURE 4 1 on page 12 The Hydrostatic Testing Date Aluminum cylinders MUST undergo testing every five years WARNING DO NOT fill cylinders that have not been tested in the p...

Page 11: ...r 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 other protective coating or heat sensitive indicator If fire or thermal damage is found replace the cylinder 3 Inspect the cylinder fillport for the following and replace if found Debris oil or grea...

Page 12: ...ct on oxygen content of arterial blood may be harmful Oxygen Cylinders filled by the Venture HomeFill shall be used for personal use only Not to be filled for resale or use by professional users 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 NO...

Page 13: ...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 cylinder as normal Filling the Cylinder NOTE For this procedure refer to FIGURE 4 2 thru FIGURE 4 7 1 Check the cylinder pressure before attempting to fill cylinder Refer to Checking Cylinder Pressure on page 12 2 Close the toggle va...

Page 14: ...e connector fillport covers located on the compressor FIGURE 4 3 FIGURE 4 3 Fillport Covers 5 On the compressor unit momentarily push DOWN on the outer ring sleeve of the connector fillport to reset the connector FIGURE 4 4 Conserver Regulator Cylinder Toggle Valve Gauge CONSERVER REGULATOR INSTALLED CONSERVER REGULATOR REMOVED Connector Fillport Cover Post Valve Cover ...

Page 15: ...osition the cylinder in the compressor cradle as shown in Detail C in FIGURE 4 5 8 Align the cylinder fillport with the connector fillport as shown in Detail C in FIGURE 4 5 9 Pull UP on the outer ring sleeve of the connector fillport Detail B while pushing DOWN on the cylinder assembly to couple the cylinder fillport into the connector fillport as shown in Detail B in FIGURE 4 5 NOTE The cylinder...

Page 16: ...page 20 for the length of time it will take to fill the cylinder FIGURE 4 5 Connecting the Cylinder to the Compressor Cylinder Compressor Cradle Outer Ring Sleeve Connector Fillport Power Switch Cylinder Fillport PULL UP DETAIL A Outer Ring Sleeve Cylinder Assembly Compressor Cylinder Fillport DETAIL B DETAIL C ...

Page 17: ...illport and push DOWN FIGURE 4 6 14 Lift up on the cylinder assembly to remove from the connector fillport FIGURE 4 6 FIGURE 4 6 Disconnecting the Cylinder from the Compressor 15 When the cylinder fillport is disconnected from the connector fillport release the outer ring sleeve of the connector fillport FIGURE 4 6 16 Remove the cylinder from the compressor cradle FIGURE 4 6 Cylinder Assembly Comp...

Page 18: ...ressor and post valve fillport located on the cylinder FIGURE 4 7 18 Install a CGA870 post valve compatible conserver or regulator according to the manufacturer s instructions 19 Open the toggle valve by turning counterclockwise and examine the conserver or regulator gauge to ensure cylinder is full needle pointing into GREEN area If the cylinder is not full perform the following Repeat Filling th...

Page 19: ... 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 ...

Page 20: ...2POST9BAG Carrying Bag Cylinder Filling Times Concentrator Flow Rate to Patient Platinum 5 up to 3 L min and Platinum 10 up to 5 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 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION No flow 1 Regulator or conserver is in Off position 1 Set to prescribed setting 2 Cylinder empty 2 Replace fill cylinde...

Page 21: ...NOTES Part No 1148114 21 HomeFill NOTES ...

Page 22: ...ement part installation or repair of any such product Invacare s sole obligation and your exclusive remedy under this warranty shall be limited to such repair and or replacement 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...

Page 23: ...Y DETERMINED BY INVACARE 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 ANY WARRANTY WHATSOEVER SHALL BE LIMITED TO REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE DEFECTIVE PRODUCT PURSUANT TO THE TERMS CONTAINED HEREI...

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