1. PURPOSE

To regulate the pressure and deliver an intermittent flow of oxygen from oxygen cylinders. It is available for patients who would normally receive the oxygen via a nasal cannula. It is intended to be used as an oxygen saving device. Each time you inhale it delivers a metered dose of oxygen to you through the cannula.

2. EQUIPMENT:

A. Oxygen regulator, gauge, and intermittent flow meter.

3. PROCEDURE TO USE

A. Prior to each use, inspect the product for visible damage. DO NOT use if damage is found.

B. Check cylinder valve to be sure it is not bent or damaged. A damaged valve could leak or fail, or it may not make a tight connection when placed into use.

C. Make sure the regulator and cylinder valve are free of oil, grease and other contaminants.

D. Be sure the regulator is in the "OFF" position.

E. Attach the regulator to the oxygen cylinder post valve and align the index pins with the mating holes.

F. Hand tighten the T-Handle.

G. Position the product so the cylinder valve opening is pointing away from the user and other persons.

H. Slowly (S-L-O-W-L-Y) open the cylinder valve COUNTERCLOCKWISE, until the contents gauge moves to full.

I. Turn the dial until the Indicating Pointer is pointing to the liters per minute as prescribed by your physician.

4. PROCEDURE TO DISCONTINUE USE

A. Close cylinder valve by attaching the wrench and turning clockwise until the valve is completely closed.

B. Watch the contents gauge -- the needle should drop through the red area until it reaches ZERO.

C. Turn the dial until the Indicating Pointer is pointing to "OFF".

D. If you are running low on full portable cylinders, REMEMBER to call early for refills to allow time for deliveries.

5. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Please note the 2LPM CONTINUOUS setting on the flow meter dial of the conserving device. If the conserving device is not working properly, set the flow to this setting. The oxygen will then flow continuously and you should plan on returning home before the cylinder runs out of oxygen. The cylinder WILL NOT last as long as it normally would when using the conserving device.

6. USAGE NOTICE

In order to trigger the flow of oxygen, the regulator must be able to sense when you are inhaling. Therefore it is only effective when you are breathing through your nose.