Maintaining your portable oxygen concentrator can save you a lot of unnecessary headaches. For such an easy task it is overlooked many times until it is too late. There are only a few things to do to keep your portable oxygen concentrator functioning properly.
Batteries are one of the most expensive accessories for a portable oxygen device. Keeping them functioning as long as possible should be a priority since they can cost upwards of 0 a piece. Most batteries are lithium ion batteries. Keep these batteries charged even when you are storing them. It is a good idea to charge the batteries every couple of weeks even if they are not being used. When you store them, it is best to do it in a cool dry environment.
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Change your particle filter as often as possible. Your oxygen concentrator is continuously pulling in room air to turn into medical grade oxygen. The particle filter stops dust from entering the unit. As it catches more dust and particles it makes the oxygen machine work harder to produce oxygen. Depending on your environment will depend on how often you should clean your filter. For example if you live by a dusty construction site, it would be a good idea to clean it every day. Usually, in a clean environment you should still clean it out after a weeks worth of use. Cleaning the filter is a simple task. Most portable oxygen concentrators have the particle filter easily accessible. Use these three simple steps to wash your filter.
1. Take the filter out of the device
2. Wash the filter with warm tap water without soap
3. Air dry the filter
Cleaning the oxygen device is another simple chore that will keep your unit always looking new. Most important, when you are cleaning your unit make sure it is unplugged from the a/c or d/c power supply. Clean the outside of the unit with a soft damp cloth. You can use a mixture of 10% household bleach and water on most of the portable units.
There are many accessories available for portable oxygen concentrators. One that I find most important is a weather cover. You never know when you will be caught out in the rain or snow. For the minimal price of one, it is a great investment.
When you are home and not using your portable unit, make sure it is off and unplugged from the wall. They are electronic devices and keeping the power on will put wear and tear on the unit, even if you are not using it. At home use your home oxygen concentrator and save your portables life for when you really need it.
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