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Operating the Liquid System |
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 STEP 1 – Attach a chrome elbow and a barbed nipple adapter or humidifier bottle to the reservoir’s threaded oxygen outlet. A humidifier bottle is not recommended if your flow rate is lower than 4 liters per minute (lpm).
• Fill your humidifier bottle to a level between the minimum and maximum marks as indicated on the bottle, USING ONLY DISTILLED WATER.
• Tighten the lid squarely and securely to the bottle in order to create an effective seal.
• Attach the threaded connector on the lid of the humidifier bottle to the reservoir’s chrome elbow and tighten securely.
• For complete humidifier bottle care instructions, see Care of Humidifier Bottle.
 STEP 2 – Attach the appropriate oxygen tubing to the barbed nipple adapter or the oxygen outlet of the humidifier bottle. Connect the nasal cannula to the tubing using a tubing connector, or a water trap if using a humidifier bottle. Total length of tubing and nasal cannula CANNOT exceed 57 feet in length.
STEP 3 – To adjust the flow rate, turn the flow selector knob to the number prescribed by your doctor. Use only the flow rate prescribed by your physician. Do not use a different flow rate without instructions from your doctor.
 STEP 4 – Fit the nasal cannula to your face so that it is comfortable. Insert the two prongs of the cannula into your nostrils, making sure that the prongs curve towards you and into your nostrils. Slide the tubing over and behind each ear. Adjust the tubing to fit comfortably under your chin by sliding the adjuster upward. Maintain some slack; do not adjust too tightly. Photo of Cory:
STEP 5 – Follow your physician’s prescription regarding the daily hours of oxygen use.
STEP 6 – When you are not using your liquid oxygen, you should:
• Remove the cannula or mask from your face.
• Turn the flow control knob to 0.
• Check the amount remaining in your reservoir daily so that you know when to order a refill.
Approximate Use Time Of Liquid Reservoirs
YOUR TIME MAY VARY BASED ON CONDITIONS AND BREATH RATE
*Times are in days-hours format
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| Capacity |
2 lpm
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4 lpm
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6 lpm
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8 lpm
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10 lpm
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20 liters
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6-4 |
3-2
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2-1 |
1-12 |
1-5 |
45 liters
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13-7 |
6-15 |
4-10 |
3-7 |
2-15 |
60 liters
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17-1 |
8-12 |
5-16 |
4-6 |
3-10 |
Liquid System
Operating the Liquid System
Portable Liquid Units
Cleaning and Maintenance
Care of Oxygen Tubing
Care of Humidifier Bottle
Safety Precautions
Troubleshooting Guide
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