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What's the difference between pulse dose and continuous flow oxygen portable oxygen concentrators?
Pulse Dose Pulse dose concentrators deliver oxygen on demand, meaning a dose of oxygen is delivered when the portable oxygen concentrator senses you inhale a breath. Pulse doses are measured in milliliters and called a “bolus.” Pulse dose portable oxygen concentrators are typically used while the user active and awake. The machine allows the person…
How can I check if my POC is FAA-approved for use on a plane?
To check if your POC (portable oxygen concentrator) is approved for use on a plane, check the back or bottom of your unit for a label that looks like the following:
How do I keep my oxygen tubing from kinking?
When using oxygen supply tubing longer than 7′ there are oxygen swivel connectors that will help keep the tubing from lifting off the ground. We recommend using the salter labs swivel connectors in-between the cannulas and the extension tubing desired. The more swivel connectors along the extension of the tubing the less the tubing will…
Are OxyGo and Inogen portable oxygen concentrators the same?
Are OxyGo and Inogen portable oxygen concentrators the same? The OxyGo and Inogen portable oxygen concentrators are the same and made at the same factory. Each model of OxyGo has a corresponding model of Inogen. The following models are identical: OxyGo Next NG and the Inogen Rove 6 OxyGo Fit+ (plus) and the Inogen Rove…
How do I know if I am buying a medical oxygen concentrator?
How do I know if my oxygen concentrator is a medical oxygen concentrator? The authorized reseller requires you to provide a prescription from your physician. The brand and manufacturer has a FDA Establishment & Device Listing to verify that it produces medical oxygen, which is a prescription drug, approved by the Food and Drug Administration.…
How often should I change filters on my OxyGo or Inogen portable oxygen concentrator?
The OxyGo and Inogen portable oxygen concentrators have screen filters on the outside of the machine, they can be cleaned with a brush or washed with water. Only replace if missing or if the screen material is breaking down or damaged. There is also a filter on the output underneath the oxygen barb, this filter…
How often is it recommended to replace my oxygen tubing?
Nasal Cannulas every two weeks and oxygen supply tubing every two months.
How can I get my OxyGo or Inogen repaired?
Parts available for end users to purchase online: Columns, batteries, AC wall chargers, DC car chargers, filters, cannula barb and replacement tubing (nasal cannulas etc.). The original purchaser of portable oxygen concentrator must contact the company they received it from. Portable oxygen concentrators are a prescription medical device by prescription only. The warranty etc. is…
Do OxyGo and Inogen portable oxygen concentrators require maintenance?
The only maintenance for the user is cleaning the external screen filters on the outside of the machine. OxyGo and Inogen portable oxygen concentrators only need to be serviced if they malfunction.
How do I know how old my OxyGo or Inogen portable oxygen concentrator is?
Serial number. The first two numbers are the year it was manufactured and the next two the week.
How long do OxyGo and Inogen portable oxygen concentrators last?
5-8 years on the machine and 3 or more the batteries.
Can I use humidifier on a pulse dose portable oxygen concentrator?
No, pulse dose does not use bubble humidifiers.
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