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SECTION 5—MAINTENANCE

Stratos™Portable Plus

32

Part No 1150755

Storage

1. Put

 

the

 

nebulizer

 

and

 

mouthpiece

 

in

 

the

 

carrying

 

case.

2. Coil

 

the

 

air

 

tubing.

3. Wrap

 

the

 

AC

 

cord

 

in

 

a

 

coil.

4. Zip

 

the

 

bag

 

closed.

5. Store

 

the

 

device

 

in

 

a

 

safe

 

area.

NOTE:

 

Store

 

the

 

repackaged

 

device

 

in

 

a

 

dry

 

area.

 

DO

 

NOT

 

place

 

other

 

objects

 

on

 

top

 

of

 

the

 

repackaged

 

device.

Filter Care

The

 

accessible

 

filter

 

MUST

 

be

 

replaced

 

after

 

one

 

month

 

of

 

use

 

or

 

when

 

it

 

turns

 

GREY.

 

The

 

filter

 

should

 

be

 

replaced

 

if

 

the

 

nebulizer

 

has

 

been

 

in

 

storage

 

for

 

three

 

months

 

or

 

longer.

CAUTION

Use only the filters provided with the Invacare Stratos 

Portable Plus Nebulizer device. 
DO NOT use cotton or any other material.
DO NOT wash or clean the filter.
Use only Invacare filters.
DO NOT operate without a air filter.

Summary of Contents for Stratos Aerosol IRC1730

Page 1: ...ORE using this product read this manual and save for future reference For more information regarding Invacare products parts and services please visit www invacare com Operator s Manual Stratos Portab...

Page 2: ...FEATURES 8 TYPICAL PRODUCT PARAMETERS 9 SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION 10 Compressor 10 Extension Cords 10 HANDLING 11 Shipping Instructions 11 Unpacking 11 Inspection 11 SECTION 1 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 12 T...

Page 3: ...Battery 23 Using the Battery 24 Charging the Battery 25 SECTION 4 CLEANING AND DISINFECTING 27 Cleaning the Nebulizer 27 Cleaning the Mouthpiece 29 Changing the Nebulizer 29 Cleaning the Compressor 2...

Page 4: ...RODUCT OR OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS CAUTIONS OR INSTRUCTIONS CONTACT A HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL DEALER OR TECHNICAL PERSONNEL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE THIS EQUIPME...

Page 5: ...rds NOTICE The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice SIGNAL WORD MEANING DANGER Danger indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result...

Page 6: ...drawn into your lungs to relieve your respiratory condition The nebulizer system is very portable and lightweight For even greater convenience ask your dealer about the optional battery pack that is...

Page 7: ...and servicing of your product 3 Receiving updates with product information maintenance tips and industry news Register ONLINE at warranty invacare com Please have your model number and purchase date...

Page 8: ...FEATURES Stratos Portable Plus 8 Part No 1150755 FEATURES Inlet Air Filter AC DC Power Outlet On Off Button Compressor Outlet...

Page 9: ...own REGULATORY LISTING In compliance with EN 60601 1 DIMENSIONS WITHOUT BATTERY WITH BATTERY 5 1 x 3 6 x 1 6 inches 13cm x 9cm x 4cm 5 1 x 3 6 x 2 6 inches 13cm x 9cm x 7cm WEIGHT WITHOUT BATTERY WITH...

Page 10: ...e situation Low voltage can also be suspected when The compressor fails to start or motor does not get up to full power or speed Other motor operated appliances fail to operate properly or too many mo...

Page 11: ...acking 1 Check for any obvious damage to the carton or its contents If damage is evident DO NOT use Notify carrier Invacare or your local Invacare dealer 2 Remove all the loose packing from the carton...

Page 12: ...s product CAUTION 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...

Page 13: ...ched environment i e oxygen tent 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 p...

Page 14: ...scribed 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...

Page 15: ...er 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 compressor nebulizer system Exampl...

Page 16: ...of the parts of the nebulizer system 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...

Page 17: ...this product in a dusty environment Otherwise premature compressor wear could occur Setup NOTE For this procedure refer to FIGURE 2 1 on page 18 1 Wash your hands before you begin the treatment proced...

Page 18: ...up of the nebulizer using an eyedropper pre measured dose or ampoule FIGURE 2 1 6 Close the nebulizer FIGURE 2 1 Adding Medication 7 Attach one end of the tubing onto the compressor outlet and connect...

Page 19: ...DC auto adapter connect the DC auto adapter to the power outlet on the side of the nebulizer compressor system Connect the auto adapter plug of the DC cord to the auto adapter receptacle DANGER To avo...

Page 20: ...lizer mouthpiece between your teeth and close your mouth Inhaledeeplyand slowly as the aerosol begins to flow and then exhale slowly 4 When treatment is completed turn off the nebulizer system and unp...

Page 21: ...the nebulizer system for approximately 90 minutes Battery operation may vary due to charge conditions and care WARNING Use only the original batteries supplied by Invacare Carefully follow the instru...

Page 22: ...ate if temperature is 104 F 40 C or higher Allow the battery to cool before restarting WARNING To charge battery use only the original power cable AC or auto adapter cable DC Using non original equipm...

Page 23: ...ry charging to full capacity is dependent upon many factors Charging of the battery requires at least 6 hours Failure to condition the battery prior to its first use may result in a reduced battery li...

Page 24: ...of the battery clicks Refer to FIGURE 3 2 on page 25 3 Gently pull the compressor and battery pack in opposite directions to ensure the tabs have seated properly 4 To remove the battery pack press th...

Page 25: ...release button on the front of the battery pack and separate the battery from the compressor 2 Connect the power cable AC to the AC adapter and cable provided with your STRATOS Portable Plus Compresso...

Page 26: ...minutes of operation NOTE In order to ensure maximum performance of the battery keep the battery plugged in and charging when not in use This will not overcharge or damage the battery NOTE The batter...

Page 27: ...ING 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...

Page 28: ...n 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...

Page 29: ...g the Nebulizer The nebulizer is designed for single patient use The nebulizer MUST be replaced after a long period of inactivity or when it is obstructed by dry medication dust etc The reusable nebul...

Page 30: ...th CAUTION If fluid gets into the area around the compressor outlet wipe the area off with a dry cloth and let the nebulizer sit on its front end for five minutes Then run the compressor for two minut...

Page 31: ...e Stratos Portable Plus Nebulizer system MUST be performed by an authorized Invacare service center Maintenance manuals and parts lists are available through Invacare upon request Routine Care To keep...

Page 32: ...DO NOT place other objects on top of the repackaged device Filter Care The accessible filter MUST be replaced after one month of use or when it turns GREY The filter should be replaced if the nebuliz...

Page 33: ...w the nebulizer to cool The nebulizer does not operate Check all power sources to the nebulizer Push the ON OFF button again Medication does not nebu lize properly Check for proper connection of the t...

Page 34: ...e nebulizer to cool down for a minimum of 40 minutes Wait until the RED light turns off before turning the nebulizer on again Optional battery is not working optimally Battery was not properly conditi...

Page 35: ...this product when purchased new and unused to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three years from date of purchase from Invacare or a dealer except that for batteries t...

Page 36: ...authorization date DO NOT return any product s or part s to our factory or service center without prior consent C O D shipments will be refused please pre pay shipping charges LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSI...

Page 37: ...NT OF THE DEFECTIVE PRODUCT PURSUANT TO THE TERMS CONTAINED HEREIN THE APPLICATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY WHATSOEVER SHALL NOT EXTEND BEYOND THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY PROVIDED HEREIN INVAC...

Page 38: ...NOTES Stratos Portable Plus 38 Part No 1150755 NOTES...

Page 39: ...NOTES Part No 1150755 39 Stratos Portable Plus NOTES...

Page 40: ...800 333 6900 All rights reserved Trademarks are identified by the symbols and All trademarks are owned by or licensed to Invacare Corporation unless otherwise noted 2008 Invacare Corporation Part No 1...

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