Summary of Contents for Panasonic SimplyGo
- Page 1 Pure O2 Viking House, 71 Princess Road Urmston, Manchester. M41 5ST 1083703 SimplyGo 1069062 R2 USER MANUAL JH 12/22/11...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Operating the SimplyGo Device ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 13 Power Options ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 13 Device Warm-Up Breathing ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 14 Operating Modes ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 14 Operating the SimplyGo Device and Changing Device Settings������������������� 16 Alarm Indicators and Screen Symbols ���������������������������������������������������������������������������� 19 Troubleshooting ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 25 Caring for your Battery ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 26 Battery Storage ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������... -
Page 4: Introduction
This device is not intended to be life-sustaining or life-supporting. • This device is not intended for newborn and infant use. Device and Accessories Description The SimplyGo Portable Oxygen Concentrator, its features, and its accessories are described in detail in this manual� Read and understand it completely before operating the device� This manual applies to the following accessories: •... -
Page 5: Simplygo System
SimplyGo User Manual SimplyGo System The device comes with the following items� If any are missing, contact your equipment provider� • SimplyGo Device in Carrying Case with Shoulder Strap • This User Manual • Rechargeable Battery • AC Power Supply and Cord • DC Power Supply • Accessory Bag • Mobile Cart... -
Page 6: Warnings And Cautions
SimplyGo User Manual Warnings and Cautions Warnings A warning represents the possibility of harm to the operator or patient� • The operator should read and understand this entire manual before using the device� • The device is not intended for life support. Where the prescribing health care professional has determined that an interruption in the supply of oxygen, for any reason, may have serious consequences to the user, an alternate source of oxygen should be available for immediate use�... - Page 7 SimplyGo User Manual Warnings (continued) • Repairs and adjustments must be performed by Philips Respironics authorized service personnel only� Unauthorized service could cause injury, invalidate the warranty, or result in costly damage� • Periodically inspect electrical cords, cables, and the power supply for damage or signs of wear� Discontinue use and replace if damaged� • To avoid electric shock, unplug the device and remove the batteries before cleaning the bag� DO NOT immerse the device in any fluids�...
- Page 8 SimplyGo User Manual • Portable and Mobile RF Communications Equipment can affect Medical Electrical Equipment� See the EMC section of this manual for distances to observe between RF Generators and the SimplyGo device to avoid interference� Cautions A caution represents the possibility of damage to the equipment� • Do not immerse the device or allow any liquid to enter the enclosure. • When the device is used in an automobile, disconnect it from the DC auto adapter outlet when the automobile is turned off. Do not operate the device in a non-running vehicle for an extended period of time, as this may deplete the vehicle’s battery and prevent the...
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Page 9: Symbol Key
SimplyGo User Manual Symbol Key Consult accompanying Model number instructions for use No smoking Serial number No oil or grease Type BF Applied Part Keep away from open Rechargeable Battery flames Do not disassemble Drip proof equipment Separate collection for electrical and Class II (Double... -
Page 10: Getting Started
SimplyGo’s battery times vary depending on which operating mode (Pulse or Continuous Flow) is being used and which setting is selected in the operating mode� SimplyGo is designed to allow easy access to the battery so that it is easy to swap out and utilize extra batteries (sold separately) as needed� Extra batteries fit easily into the zippered pouch of the carrying case or in the handy accessories bag�... -
Page 11: System Overview
SimplyGo User Manual System Overview Begin by becoming familiar with your SimplyGo device� Item Description Function Control Panel Control switches and LCD display Carrying Handle Hand grip area for lifting and transporting the device Patient Cannula Oxygen output and connection point for... - Page 12 SimplyGo User Manual Control Panel Item Description Function Power Turns the device On and Off Alarm Silence Turns the audible alarm off Mode Selects one of the three possible operating states of the device Display Screen Shows information about the operating status of the device Plus (+)/Minus (–) + Increases the displayed setting; – Decreases...
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Page 13: Inserting And Removing The Batteries
SimplyGo User Manual Inserting and Removing the Batteries Your SimplyGo device comes with one rechargeable lithium ion battery� To insert it correctly, follow these steps� 1� Place your device in a well ventilated location and make sure it is turned off. - Page 14 Position the battery over the battery compartment in the top, rear corner of the SimplyGo enclosure with your fingers pointing toward the handle� The battery compartment is shaped so that there is only one way the battery can be inserted and this will align the battery correctly�...
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Page 15: Charging The Battery With The Ac Power Supply
To charge the battery using the AC Power Cord provided with your system, follow these steps� 1� Connect the AC Power Supply’s output cable to the SimplyGo power input connector� 2� Connect the AC Power Cord’s connector into the AC power supply�... -
Page 16: Operating The Simplygo Device
Charging the Battery with the AC Power Supply section� When the battery has adequate charge for your intended use, turn the device on by pressing the Power button twice as described in the Operating the SimplyGo Device and Changing Device Settings sections. -
Page 17: Device Warm-Up Breathing
SimplyGo User Manual Device Warm-Up Breathing When you turn on your SimplyGo device, it will sense if you are breathing from it� If you are not yet breathing through the cannula, SimplyGo will begin to pulse automatically about once every five seconds� The only purpose of this “device warm-up breathing”... - Page 18 The Sleep operating mode is similar to the Pulse Mode� The device detects when the user begins to take a breath using a more sensitive detection level� The SimplyGo then delivers a pulsed volume of oxygen determined by the setting number� During inhalation, a low amplitude and longer pulse duration is used to make sleeping more comfortable�...
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Page 19: Operating The Simplygo Device And Changing Device Settings
Note: A standard single lumen nasal cannula and tubing (not supplied) should be used to deliver oxygen from the SimplyGo device� The device works with cannula tubing up to 30 ft� (9 m)�... - Page 20 It may take up to ten minutes to reach the specified purity levels for the setting� It is safe to begin breathing from the SimplyGo device immediately� Breathing from the device will cause it to reach oxygen purity levels faster than ten minutes�...
- Page 21 Turning the SimplyGo Device Off 1� When you are ready to turn your SimplyGo device off, press the Power button� The screen below appears� 2� Press the Power button a second time and the SimplyGo device will turn...
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Page 22: Alarm Indicators And Screen Symbols
SimplyGo User Manual Alarm Indicators and Screen Symbols Visual, Audio Description What To Do Indicators No Breath Alarm Check the connection from This alarm occurs when a the cannula to the breath is not detected for device� Make sure a period of 2 minutes or the nasal cannula more�... - Page 23 SimplyGo User Manual Visual, Audio Description What To Do Indicators Technical Fault Alarm This alarm occurs when: Recharge the a) the battery runs out or battery and try to b) the device has a general restart the device� malfunction and the device...
- Page 24 SimplyGo User Manual Visual, Audio Description What To Do Indicators Depleted Battery Alarm Replace or This alarm occurs when recharge battery� approximately two minutes (Press Alarm of battery life remains� The symbol to silence battery symbol flashes the alarm�) on-screen�...
- Page 25 SimplyGo User Manual Visual, Audio Description What To Do Indicators Battery Charging While Partly Full Symbol When a battery symbol similar to this appears (with the charging bars scrolling on the left and at mid-height on the right), No action needed�...
- Page 26 SimplyGo User Manual Visual, Audio Description What To Do Indicators Press the Power button to turn the device on or off. 1st press of the On/Off Symbol Note: To prevent Power button This symbol appears when inadvertent starts = 1 long beep� the device is powered on,...
- Page 27 SimplyGo User Manual Visual, Audio Description What To Do Indicators If this is your Mode setting, no action is Continuous Flow Mode needed� Indicator If this is not your This symbol appears when Mode setting, press the device is operating in the Mode button until Continuous Flow Mode.
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Page 28: Troubleshooting
SimplyGo User Manual Troubleshooting The table below lists common problems and actions you can take� If you are unable to resolve a problem, please contact your home care provider� Problem Possible Cause What You Should Do Device Won’t Battery is depleted�... -
Page 29: Caring For Your Battery
SimplyGo User Manual Caring for your Battery Handle your battery with care� • Do not allow the battery’s terminals to touch together as this will cause it to fail� • Do not immerse the battery in water. • Do not disassemble or deform the battery. • Do not expose to, or dispose of, the battery in fire. • Avoid exposing the battery to excessive physical shock or vibration (dropping, etc�)� • Keep all batteries out of the reach of children. • Do not use any battery that has been damaged in any way. • Always charge the battery in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, using specified chargers only� •... -
Page 30: Connecting The Humidifier
SimplyGo User Manual Connecting the Humidifier Warnings • Do not overfill humidifier. • Do not reverse the oxygen input and output connections. Water from the humidifier bottle will travel through the cannula back to the patient� • Do not use the humidifier while the device is in Pulse mode. Note: Only connect the humidifier if prescribed� Only use the humidifier if the device is in Continuous Flow mode. -
Page 31: Caring For Your Simplygo System
Caring for your SimplyGo System Cleaning the Device and Rechargeable Battery Warning: To avoid electrical shock, do not remove the SimplyGo covers� The covers should only be removed by authorized service personnel� Do not apply liquid directly to the covers� Do not use alcohol, solvents, polishes or any oily substances on the device, as they are flammable�... -
Page 32: Cleaning The Accessories
To wash the carrying case and mobile cart by hand, use only warm water and a mild liquid dish detergent� 1� Remove the SimplyGo device from the carrying case or mobile cart� 2� Dampen a cloth in the detergent and water solution and wipe the outside surfaces of the case clean�... -
Page 33: Simplygo Portable Oxygen Concentrator Mobility
Your SimplyGo system has been designed to provide you with a source of oxygen that can be carried with you� To enable you to do so, your SimplyGo device has a carrying case bag, accessory bag, and a mobile cart for use with it�... -
Page 34: Simplygo Accessory Bag
SimplyGo carrying case� This bag can be attached to the mobile cart along with your SimplyGo device as described below� SimplyGo Mobile Cart The SimplyGo mobile cart provides you an alternative method to carrying the SimplyGo in its carrying case�... -
Page 35: By Motor Vehicle
SimplyGo User Manual By Motor Vehicle Use the SimplyGo DC power supply to plug in your system using the vehicle’s cigarette lighter or DC power input� Whenever the SimplyGo system is running from a DC power source, the battery installed in your device will begin recharging�... -
Page 36: Specifications
SimplyGo User Manual Specifications Operational temperature: 41° F to 104° F (5° C to 40° C) Operating Relative humidity: 15% to 95% Conditions Altitude: up to 10,000 ft� (3048 m�) Storage and Transport -4° F to 140° F (-20° C to 60° C) - unit only Conditions Relative humidity: up to 95%, non condensing SimplyGo Oxygen Concentrator Oxygen 87%-96% at all settings... - Page 37 SimplyGo User Manual User Interface Push buttons, back-lit liquid crystal display (LCD) 11�5 in x 10 in x 6 in Dimensions (29�2 cm x 25�4 cm x 15�2 cm) Weight 10�0 lbs (4�54 kg) with battery installed 43 dBA max� at Nominal Pulse Mode Setting of 2...
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Page 38: Standards Compliance
IEC 60601-1-2, 2nd edition, Medical Electrical Equipment, Part 1-2: Gen- eral Requirement for Safety – Collateral Standard: Electromagnetic (EMC) Compatibility – Requirements and tests� RTCA/DO-160F section 21, category M; Emission of Radio Frequency Energy ISO 8359, Oxygen Concentrators for Medical use – Safety Requirements� Classification The SimplyGo is classified as: • IEC Class II Internally Powered Equipment • Type BF Applied Part • IPX1: Drip Proof Equipment •... -
Page 39: Emc Information
SimplyGo User Manual EMC Information Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration – Electromagnetic Emissions SimplyGo is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below� The user of SimplyGo should assure that it is used in such an environment� Emissions Test Compliance... - Page 40 SimplyGo User Manual Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration – Electromagnetic Immunity SimplyGo is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below� The user of SimplyGo should assure that it is used in such an environment� IEC 60601 Compliance Immunity Test...
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Page 41: Limited Warranty
SimplyGo User Manual Limited Warranty Respironics, Inc� (“Respironics”) warrants the SimplyGo Portable Oxygen Concentrator System (the “Product”) as set forth in the following paragraphs� Limited Warranty Respironics warrants that the Product, except as otherwise stated herein, is free from defects in materials and...