Patient Instructions for Oxygen Concentrators

Your primary oxygen system is called an oxygen concentrator which is electrically powered by household current. Read and follow the general instructions for home oxygen therapy which have been provided

Equipment Preparation: There is No Smoking in the area where the oxygen is in use. Oxygen DOES NOT EXPLODE, but helps combustion.

1. Place your oxygen concentrator away from heat sources, open flames, smoking materials and out of direct sunlight.
2. Plug in the power cord.
3. If using a water bottle, attach as instructed and ensure that all connections are secure in order to prevent leaks.
4. Connect the small diameter tubing from your mask, cannula, etc., onto the water bottle nipple. If using green nipple, connect you oxygen tubing to this adapter.
5. Set the flow control knob to (Prescribed)liters per minute.
6. Turn the ON/OFF switch to the ON position. You will hear a shrill alarm for approximately 5-20 seconds. This is normal whenever the unit is switched on.
7. Attach the mask, cannula, etc., to your face.