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NewLife 8-Liter
for
Oxygen Concentrator
includes Oxygen Monitor, Dual Flow, and
Pediatric/Low Flow Options
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Why Your Physician Prescribed Oxygen 2
AirSep® NewLife® Intensity What Is an Oxygen Concentrator? 2
Oxygen Concentrator Important Safety Rules 4
How to Operate Your Oxygen Concentrator 6
Filters 10
Oxygen Without Humidifier 10
Oxygen With Humidifier 11
Nasal Cannula 12
Proper Setting of Oxygen Flowmeter 13
Cleaning, Care, and Proper Maintenance 14
Cabinet 14
Filters 15
Reserve Oxygen Supply 16
Troubleshooting 16
Product Specifications 19
Classification 21
Symbols 22
TABLE OF CONTENTS
In the event of an alarm or if you are experiencing any signs of patient discomfort,
consult your Equipment Provider and/or your physician immediately.
This unit is not to be used for or with any life-supporting applications. Geriatric, 1
pediatric, or any other patient unable to communicate discomfort while using this
machine may require additional monitoring. Consult your physician immediately if
you are experiencing any signs of patient discomfort.
This device manufactures high purity oxygen, which promotes rapid burning. Do not
allow smoking or open flames within 5 feet of: (1) this device or (2) any oxygen-
carrying accessory. Use no oil, grease, or petroleum-based products on or near the
unit. Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet before you clean or service
the unit.
It is very important to follow the prescribed level of oxygen flow. Do not increase or
decrease the flow until you first consult your physician.
There is never a danger of depleting the oxygen in a room when you use your NewLife
Intensity unit.
In the event of an alarm or if you are experiencing any signs of patient discomfort,
consult your Equipment Provider and/or your physician immediately.
This unit is not to be used for or with any life-supporting applications. Geriatric,
pediatric, or any other patient unable to communicate discomfort while using this
machine may require additional monitoring. Consult your physician immediately if 4
you are experiencing any signs of patient discomfort.
Do not leave a nasal cannula under bed coverings or chair cushions. If the unit is
turned on but not in use, the oxygen will make the material flammable. Set the I/0
power switch to the 0 (off) position when the NewLife Intensity unit is not in use.
Electrical shock hazard. Do not remove covers while the unit is plugged in. Only
your Equipment Provider should remove the covers.
This device manufactures high purity oxygen, which promotes rapid burning. Do not
allow smoking or open flames within 5 feet of: (1) this device or (2) any oxygen-
carrying accessory. Use no oil, grease, or petroleum-based products on or near the
unit. Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet before you clean or service
the unit.
Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on order of a physician. Use unit in
accordance with the manufacturer’s Patient Manual.
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Do not use extension cords with this unit.
1. Locate the unit near an electrical outlet in the room where you spend 7
most of your time.
2. Position the unit away from curtains or drapes, hot air registers, heaters,
and fireplaces. Be certain to place the unit so all sides are at least 12 Figure 1b
inches away from a wall or other obstruction. Do not place the unit in a
confined area.
3. Turn the unit so that the operating controls are within easy reach and the air intake on the back of the
unit is not obstructed.
4. Connect oxygen accessories such as a humidifier (if required), cannula, catheter, and/or extension
tubing to the oxygen outlet.
5. Remove the power cord completely from around the concentrator, if wrapped around (Figure 1b).
Figure 2 8
The standard NewLife Intensity Oxygen
Concentrator accommodates high pressure/high
flow prescriptions from 2 to 8 lpm.
10. If the NewLife Intensity unit fails to operate properly, refer to the Troubleshooting
section for a list of probable causes and solutions.
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For easier reference, store this Patient Manual and the additional air
intake gross particle filter (if provided) in the pocket.
Figure 7
Nasal Cannula
Your physician has prescribed either a nasal cannula or catheter (Figure 8).
In most cases, the manufacturer has already connected the oxygen supply
tubing to the cannula or catheter. If not, follow the manufacturer’s
instructions for proper connection. Connect the oxygen tubing to the 12
oxygen outlet adapter or humidifier.
Do not operate the unit without the air intake gross particle
filter in place.
On a weekly basis, wash the air intake gross particle filter, located on the
back of the unit. Your Equipment Provider may advise you to clean it
more often depending on your operating conditions.
Follow these steps to properly clean the air intake gross particle filter:
1. Remove the filter and wash in a warm solution of soap and water 15
(Figure 11).
2. Rinse the filter thoroughly, and remove excess water with a soft Figure 11
absorbent towel.
3. Replace the filter.
Troubleshooting
If your NewLife Intensity Oxygen Concentrator fails to operate properly, consult your Equipment
Provider, and then 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 you cannot get the unit to operate, connect your cannula or catheter to the reserve supplemental
oxygen supply (if provided).
Product Specifications
Oxygen Concentration:* 2-7 lpm: 92% ±3%
8 lpm: 90% ±3%
Export Models:
220–240 VAC, 50 Hz, 2.0 amps
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220 VAC, 60 Hz, 2.0 amps
Double-insulated cabinet
* Based on an atmospheric pressure of 14.7 psia (101 kPa) at 70°F (21°C). 0459
Classification
Type of protection against electric shock:
Class II Protection from electric shock is achieved by DOUBLE INSULATION.
Protective earthing or reliance upon installation conditions are not required.
Degree of protection against electric shock:
Type B Equipment providing a particular degree of protection against electric shock,
particularly regarding:
1) allowable leakage current;
2) reliability of protective earth connection (if present).
Not intended for direct cardiac application.
Degree of protection against harmful ingress of water: 21
Drip-proof equipment - IPX1.
Equipment provided with an enclosure preventing entry of such an amount of
falling liquid as might interfere with the satisfactory and safe operation of the
equipment.
Method of cleaning and infection control allowed:
Please refer to the Maintenance section in the NewLife Intensity Service Manual.
Degree of safety of application in the presence of flammable anesthetic gases:
Equipment not suitable for such application.
Mode of operation:
Continuous duty.
IEC
Symbol Publication Description
Figure 2
Contact your Equipment Provider immediately if the amber OXYGEN MONITOR
light remains on for more than 15 minutes.
When you turn the unit on, it’s normal for the amber OXYGEN MONITOR light to
turn on and remain on for up to 5 minutes.
Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on order of a physician. Use unit in
accordance with the manufacturer’s patient manual.*
*United States Federal Requirement. A-3
Figure 3
Setting the Pediatric Flowmeter
When using a pediatric flowmeter, the unit will not reach purity at the pediatric setting (less than 2 lpm)
until you bleed off a portion of the oxygen by opening the primary flowmeter (on the left side of the unit).
Follow the procedure below when using the pediatric flowmeter.
1. Follow the start-up instructions 1-7 as outlined on page 7 & 8.
2. Set the pediatric flowmeter to the prescribed flow.
3. Set the primary flowmeter to 2 lpm to bleed off excess product, and allow the unit to achieve
maximum purity.
The NewLife Intensity Oxygen Concentrator must be operated for
at least five minutes at 2 lpm before using the unit.
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Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on order of a physician.
Use unit in accordance with the manufacturer's patient manual.
*United States Federal Requirement.