Spirit® Portable - Chart Industries
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1. 6 The Spirit delivery system is powered by 2 C Cell alkaline batteries When the LED illuminates red it is time to replace the batteries As long as the red LED illuminates the Spirit will deliver oxygen unless it is empty 7 To replace the batteries unzip the side zipper as shown in the picture 13 Note f replacement batteries are not readily available turn the flow rate selection knob to the furthest clockwise position labeled CF The Spirit will now deliver a continuous flow rate of 2 liters per minute LPM Warning Using the Spirit in the continuous flow CF mode will consume the oxygen at a faster rate Monitor the contents indicator so you do not run out of oxygen Note continuous flow CF mode is not powered by the batteries so it can be used whether the low battery LED is on or not Note When using the Spirit in continuous flow the LED will NOT illuminate green or red with each breath 14 8 Use the following chart as a guideline to determine the length of time the Spirit will operate Flow Rate 30 40 50 CF 0 Note Times in hours Note Times indicated for 20 breaths per minute BPM patient Faster breathing rates will result in shorter use times Note The Nominal times are for ideal conditions i e maximum fill good loss rate little movement etc These times are the maximum expected Not2. CAIRE A Chart Industries Company OPERATING SPIRIT 300 600 1200 INSTRUCTIONS Warning Information Read this page carefully before using your unit 4 9 The unit contains liquid oxygen which is extremely cold almost 300 degrees below zero Fahrenheit Exposure to such a low temperature can cause severe frostbite Liquid and gaseous oxygen though nonflammable cause other materials to burn faster than normal This hazard along with the low temperature of liquid oxygen warrants certain safety precautions Do not use or store your unit in an area where combustible materials such as oils greases aerosol sprays lotions or solvents are present Do not smoke while operating unit Do not use or store your unit within five feet of electrical appliances especially stoves heaters toasters and hair dryers Keep your unit in a well ventilated area In the event of an accidental tip over immediately but cautiously return unit into an upright position If any liquid oxygen is escaping leave the area immediately and call your health care provider Do not touch the frosted parts of any unit Do not store or operate the portable coupled to the Liberator Low Loss Applicable EMC information can be found in the Spirit Service Manual at www cairemedical com Explanation of Other Symbols EC gt SOD IE Name and address of manufacturer Authorized representative in the European Community Caution consult
3. as completely but saves liquid oxygen 9 For the push on style connectors push the release button down until the units separate For all other connectors rotate the unit until it separates from the stationary unit Caution Check liquid level gauge only after the valve is closed Caution f the Spirit does not separate easily do not use force The units may be frozen together Wait until the units warm up then they ll separate easily Do not touch any frosted parts Should there be any liquid leakage from the stationary unit or Spirit after separation reattach the Spirit immediately Again separate the units If the problem persists leave units coupled and call your health care provider 11 Warning Should the leakage be excessive to the point that a stream of liquid is present leave the area and call your health care provider immediately Caution f the Spirit is being refilled immediately after a period of use fill the Spirit and then wait 10 minutes after filling with the flow rate selection knob set at zero for the pressure to stabilize Then operate as normal Warning Liquid or cold gaseous oxygen can frostbite the skin Oxygen will result in increased fire hazard Portable Release Button push on style only Operating Instructions 1 Push the cannula breathing tube firmly on to the oxygen tube connector Adjust the cannula breathing tube to the proper position so that you will be able t
4. accompaning documents Non flammable gas Oxidizing substances Type B Applied Part degree of protection against electric shock Patient s Name Prescribed Oxygen Flow Setting Doctor s Telephone Number Distributor s Name Person to Contact Distributor s Emergency Telephone Number Special Instructions Table Of Contents Introduction 7777 4 Physician Notes 5 Controls 6 7 Filling Instructions 7777777 8 11 Operating Instructions 12 17 Additional Information 18 Specifications Mode of Operation Continuous Type of Protection Against Electric Shock Internally Powered Equipment Degree of Protection Against Electric Shock Applied Part e Classification according to the degree of protection against ingress of water IPXO Ordinary Equipment Equipment is not suitable for use the presence of flammable mixtures Important Read this manual thoroughly before operating the Spirit unit Rx only Warning This device is not intended for life sustaining use Caution Use the Spirit only as directed by your doctor Warning f you feel the equipment is not operating properly call your health care provider Do not attempt to repair or adjust the units yourself Introduc
5. before using Note Note to health care provider For reprocessing procedure see applicable service manual WEEE and RoHS This symbol is to remind the equipment owners to return it to a recycling facility at the end of its life per Waste Electrical and EI Electronic Equipment WEEE Directive 18 Our products will comply with the Restriction of Hazardous Substances RoHS directive They will not contain more than trace amounts of lead or other hazardous material content Accessories The light weight carrying cart weighs only 3 1 4 Ibs The cart accommodates all Spirit units The padded belt pack was designed for patient comfort The adjustable belt fits waist sizes 28 45 71 144 cm The dual function waist extension allows the belt pack to extend to fit 45 69 114 175cm which allows the belt pack to easily convert into a back pack see photos LF CAIRE A Chart Industries Company 2200 Airport Industrial Dr Ste 500 Ball Ground GA 30107 U S A www cairemedical com M D D Representative Medical Product Services Borngasse 20 rec rep 35619 Braunfels Germany Ref 13138017 E C 0029
6. e Your individual results will vary 15 9 To verify the level of liquid oxygen in unit with the contents indicator Support the unit directly above the black contents indicator spring scale chamber Allow the unit to stabilize i e not bounce up and down then read the exposed colored scale for approximate liquid oxygen contents Note f the unit is empty only the red colored band of the scale will be exposed If this is the case the unit must be filled prior to use 16 Condensate Pad Maintenance 1 Under certain environmental conditions especially with continuous flow and little movement the Spirit may develop excess frost around the vaporizer coil and on the case You may reduce this frost by tapping the unit and or wiping any accumulated frost off the case 2 After the Spirit is empty and has warmed up to room temperature remove any moisture from the condensation pad Unzip the zipper at the base of the unit to access the condensation pad Remove the pad and wring out any absorbed moisture Allow the pad to dry completely before replacing it back in the unit Place dry pad back in the unit Make sure to completely rezip the zipper 17 Cleaning Standard Warning Clean only after unit is empty and vented Clean by applying household glass cleaner to a lint free cloth and wipe external surfaces do not get glass cleaner on any internal components or valves Allow unit to dry thoroughly
7. ion 5 Vent Valve 6 Batteries 2 C Cell inside case Quick Disconnect Valve QDV Identification Portable Connector Stationary Connector ODV Style CAIRE LINCARE CRYO2 LIFE OX PENOX TAEMA PB Side Fill UC SF Locking TF Locking TF Push on To Fill the Top Fill Spirit 1 Clean the fill connectors on both the stationary and the Spirit with a clean dry lint free cloth Caution The fill connectors must be dry because moisture can cause your Spirit and stationary unit to freeze together 2 Make sure the flow control knobs on both the Spirit and reservoir are in the off O position 3 Position the fill connector in the upright position over the stationary unit s connector Step 3 4 a If your connector is a push on Lower the Spirit unit onto the stationary until you feel the connector engage b If your connector is Cryo2 then rotate Spirit until you feel the connectors engage Then carefully and firmly rotate the Spirit counterclockwise while pressing downward c If the connector is a Penox Life Ox or Lincare Rotate Spirit until you feel the connector engage Then carefully and firmly rotate the Spirit clockwise while pressing downward Now the units are locked together Note Continued on step 6 page 10 LA Step 4b Step 4c To Fill the Side Fill Spirit 1 Clean the fill connectors on both the stationary and the Spirit
8. o breath the oxygen comfortably Turn the flow rate selection knob on top of the Spirit clockwise until the prescribed flow rate numeral is visible in the knob window and a positive detent is felt With each breath you should now be receiving a set dosage of oxygen gas The LED will illuminate green with each breath signaling that the Spirit delivery system is being triggered When the LED illuminates red with each breath it is time to replace the batteries 12 Note Make sure that the flow selector knob fully engages at the selected setting If the knob is between settings the unit will turn off and then back on and deliver a prolonged burst of O2 as it powers up Note The Spirit delivery system is designed for a maximum breathing rate of 40 BPM With breathing rates greater than 40 BPM oxygen dosage may not be delivered with each breath Note When turning the flow control knob from either 0 or CF to a flow setting there will be a prolonged burst of O2 delivered through the cannula Please do not be alarmed as this is normal operation Cannula is not included Note The LED will illuminate green with each detected breath regardless of the liquid oxygen contents even if the Spirit has no liquid oxygen left 5 To stop the oxygen delivery system turn the flow rate selection knob counterclockwise back to the off position Caution always turn the flow control knob off 0 when not in use
9. tion The liquid oxygen system includes a stationary unit and the Spirit which provides supplementary oxygen as prescribed by your physician This POI contains the instructions for using the Spirit Refer to the POI supplied with the stationary unit for its operation The Liberator is the larger container and is intended for stationary use You may take oxygen directly from the Liberator The Liberator is filled by your health care provider The Spirit Portable provides an ambulatory source of oxygen for an extended period of time You fill the Spirit from a liquid oxygen stationary unit The compact lightweight Spirit was developed to increase mobility and improve comfort of the typical supplemental oxygen patient Spirit 300 Shown Physician Notes 1 Do not use with Patients who breathe below 12 breaths per minute BPM or above 40 BPM Do not use with Patients who consistently fail to trigger equipment i e very light mouth breathers Verify Patient is getting adequate or SaO2 levels while using the Spirit Use only a standard single tube 7 or shorter nasal cannula Do not use a pediatric low flow nasal cannula or mask Do not use other equipment i e humidifier nebulizer etc in conjunction with the Spirit Controls 1 Contents Indicator 2 Flow Rate Selection Knob 3 Oxygen Outlet Connector 4 Fill Connections See next page for QDV Identificat
10. with a clean dry lint free cloth Caution The fill connectors must be dry because moisture can cause your Spirit and stationary unit to freeze together Make sure the flow control knobs on both the Spirit and reservoir are in the off O position Mate the Spirit fill connector in the upright position to the stationary connector Rotate the Spirit counterclockwise until you feel the pin and slot engage Carefully and firmly rotate the Spirit back to the upright position Now the units are locked together Note Continued on step 6 Step 4 Step 3 Step 5 Note For push on style connector hold the unit in place throughout the fill 6 Open the vent valve to begin filling your Spirit You should hear some oxygen escaping do not worry The hissing sound you hear is perfectly normal 7 You may also see vapor around the connection This is normal and is due to the great difference in SPIRIT 300 temperature between the liguid oxygen and the warm air surrounding the units 8 When the unit is full close the vent valve You can tell that the unit is full when the hissing sound changes in tone and some liquid comes out of the vent line Note Closing the valve after a nearly continuous stream of liquid is discharging fills the Spirit most completely but wastes some liquid oxygen 10 Note Closing the valve at the first sign of liquid discharge does not fill the Spirit
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