AirSep MN179-1 B - Manual (Page 18)

MN179-1 _ 02/14 AirSep Corp. - FreeStyle 5 Service Manual Rev B
3.0 Patient Instructions
3.1 General Instructions
It is important that patients thoroughly understand how to operate AirSep’s FreeStyle 5 unit.
This enables proper treatment as prescribed by a qualified, licensed physician. You must
explain that the purpose of this therapy is to alleviate symptoms. If patients experience any
discomfort or if the unit alarms, they must notify their Equipment Provider and/or physician
immediately.
You, as the Equipment Provider, are responsible to ensure that each patient receives the
FreeStyle 5 Patient Manual. Explain each step in the operation of the unit to the patient with
reference to the patient manual.
3.1.1 Connecting to External Power
When connecting the AC or DC power supply to the FreeStyle 5 unit, be certain to first
properly align the power cord to this inlet. To do this, take note of the “D”-shaped plug of both
the power cord connector and the FreeStyle 5’s inlet connection. These must be aligned, and
the button on the power cord must be pressed in for removal. This ensures that neither the unit
nor the power accessories are damaged.
FreeStyle 5
unit’s power
inlet Press to remove
power cord.
“D”-shaped power cord plug
connects to the FreeStyle 5
unit’s “D”-shaped power inlet.
Figure 3.1
3.1. 2 Optional AirBelt™ Battery
Instruct patients that connecting an optional AirBelt to the unit by inserting
the power into the unit’s power inlet provides additional total run time, per the specifications.
Note that the unit battery must still have a charge remaining before the external AirBelt is
connected. The patient should be advised to not fully deplete the unit battery as a small amount
of power is needed to engage the AirBelt.
To charge the AirBelt battery:
1) Release safetycap from end of the AirBelt cord.