drive 18450 Heavy Duty 50 PSI Compressor Instruction Manual

drive 18450 Heavy Duty 50 PSI Compressor Instruction Manual

Product Using Instruction

Caution: Federal (USA) Law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician.

INSPECTION

Upon receiving your Drive Medical Model 18450 Compressor, inspect the packaging for signs of damage in transit. Inspect the unit thoroughly. Any sign of damage, external or internal, should be reported to your Homecare Dealer immediately.

GENERAL INFORMATION

This manual provides information necessary to operate the Drive Medical Model 18450 50 PSI Compressor. This unit is designed for efficient, continuous high pressure performance. The Model 18450 Compressor provides high pressure which clinical studies have indicated are required for optimal particle size (2 microns or less).

The unit operates quietly and effectively due to the unique design of the WOBL piston. This unit operates using standard 120 VAC current, it is easy to clean, very low maintenance, compact, light-weight, and portable. The unit is designed for use with:

• Compatible with hand-held nebulizer system.
• Heated nebulizer.
• Dual action humidifier/nebulizer.
• Pediatric mist tent.
• High output pneumatic nebulizer .
• Deluxe nebulizer with oxygen diluter.
• Child / adult mist tent.
• Large Volume Nebulizer.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

When using electrical products, especially when children are present, basic safety precautions should always be followed. Read all instructions before using. Important information is highlighted by these terms:
DANGER
Urgent safety information for hazards that will cause serious injury or death.
WARNING
Important safety information for hazards that might cause serious injury.
CAUTION
Information for preventing damage to the product.
NOTE
Information to which you should pay special attention.

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Note

Connect power cord and plug to properly grounded wall outlet or adapter.
Note
Unplug the power cord when it is necessary to disconnect AC power source.
Note
The 18450 Compressor is not designed to drive ventilators.
Note
Follow the national requirement to dispose unit.
Caution
Exposure of aerosols into the compressor may result in damage to the unit and void the limited warranty.

BASIC OPERATING COMPONENTS

Replacement Items

18450-ADAPTER : OUTLET PORT
18450-CAP : INTAKE FILTER CAP
18450-FILTER : INTAKE FILTER
18450-RF : REAR CABINENT FILTER

“On” position

“Off” position

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

INITIAL POSITIONING AND INSTALLATION

1. Select a suitable location for the unit near a 120 VAC, 15 Ampere, grounded power outlet.
2. Grasp handle on top of cabinet and position the unit so that operating controls are Accessible to the user and back of unit is away from wall.
3. Make certain that the power switch located in the center of the control panel is in the OFF position (Figure 1) and plug power cord into grounded power outlet or grounded adapter.
4. Be certain that all connections to outlet ( i.e. tubing , nebulizers , etc.) are snug and not leaking aerosol.
5. When used in conjunction with mist tents, etc., place unit outside of tent and place unit at a level below discharge end of the delivery tubing.

OPERATION

1. Press Power On/Off switch to ON position (figure 1).

2. Connect the equipment you intend to use with the Drive Medical Model 18450 compressor and then adjust the pressure that the unit is delivering by adjusting the regulator (figure 1) as follows:
   a. Pull regulator knob out to unlock adjustment.
   b. Turn dial of regulator to desired pressure.

   • clockwise – increase pressure
   • counter clockwise
   • decrease pressure
     c. Push knob towards unit locking regulator pressure.

…Observe the pressure gauge and adjust regulator up or down to desired output pressure.
Make sure the power cord is disconnected

ROUTINE MAINTENANCE

A. REPLACING AIR INTAKE FILTER (FIGURE 2)

NOTE: Perform this procedure as needed. Replace every 12 months or as needed. Frequency will depend upon the environment the 50 PSI Compressor is used in.
Pull aire intake filter out from the front of unit and replace a new one when dirty. Do not wash it.

A. REPLACING CABINET FILTER (FIGURE 3)

NOTE: Perform this procedure as needed. Replace every 12 months or as needed. Frequency will depend upon environmental conditions.

1. The rear filter may be periodicaly rinsed with water to remove any debris or dust. Let air dry before replacing.
2. Take out and discard existing cabinet filter at the back of the cabinet as necessary.
3. Insert a new cabinet filter at the back of cabinet.

C. COMPRESSOR CLEANING
Wipe the compressor cabinet with a clean cloth and any commercial available disinfectant.

SPECIFICATIONS

Class II
Electrical hazard protection class:| Type BF
Degree of protection against the ingress of water:| IPXO- Protection is not provided
No AP/APG:| Equipment not suitable for use in the presence of a flammable anaesthetic mixture with air/oxygen or nitrous oxide.
Mode of Operation:| Continuous

TROUBLE SHOOTING

If the Drive Medical Model 18450 series compressor malfunctions, refer to the trouble shooting chart below for probable cause and remedy. If the unit fails to operate correctly after using the troubleshooting chart below, contact your Homecare Dealer for further assistance.

TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART

1. Plug not firmly in wall.
2. No power at wall outlet

|

1. Check plug at outlet.
2. Check power source, fuse in house

B. Limited air flow|

1. Faulty Delivery Tubing
2. Leak.
3. Blocked intake filter.

|

1. Disconnect delivery tubing at outlet . If proper flow is restored, check equipment and tubing for obstructions or kinks. Replace if needed.
2. Check fitting at outlet and tubing.
3. Replace air intake filter.

C. All other problems| |

1. Contact Homecare Dealer.

SYMBOLS UL 60601-1 Table DI, IEC symbols

1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

Your Drive brand product is warranted to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for one (1) year of the original consumer purchaser.

This device was built to exacting standards and carefully inspected prior to shipment. This 1 Year Limited Warranty is an expression of our confidence in the materials and workmanship of our products and our assurance to the consumer of years of dependable service.

This warranty does not cover device failure due to owner misuse or negligence, or normal wear and tear. The warranty does not extend to nondurable components, such as rubber accessories, casters, and grips, which
are subject to normal wear and need periodic replacement.
If you have a question about your Drive device or this warranty, please contact an authorized Drive dealer.

Drive Medical Design & Manufacturing
99 Seaview Boulevard
Port Washington, NY 11050
Phone: 516.998.4600 Fax: 516.998.4601
www.drivemedical.com

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