Maxtec
2305 South 1070 West
Salt Lake City, Utah 84119
USA
NOTE: The latest edition of this operating manual can be downloaded from our website at www.maxtec.com
RECEIVING / INSPECTION
Remove the MicroMax Air-Oxygen Blender from the packaging and inspect for damage. If
there is any damage,
DO NOT USE and contact your Provider.
INTENDED USE
The MicroMax Air-Oxygen Blender dispenses a continuous and precise blend of medical air
and USP oxygen via outlet ports to infant, pediatric and adult patients. The exact Fractional
Concentration of Inspired Oxygen (FIO2) blend of gases corresponds to the dialed in FIO2 set-
ting indicated by the control knob (dial).
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
This manual instructs a Professional to install and operate the Air-Oxygen Blender. This is
provided for your safety and to prevent damage to the Air-Oxygen Blender. If you do not
understand this manual,
DO NOT USE the Air-Oxygen Blender and contact your Provider.
LIMITED WARRANTY AND LIMITATION
OF LIABILITY
Maxtec warrants that the Blender, (the Product), will be free of defects in workmanship and/
or material for the following period: Two (2) years from shipment.
Should any failure to conform to this warranty appear within the applicable period, Maxtec
shall, upon written notification thereof and substantiation that the goods have been stored,
installed, maintained and operated in accordance with the product instructions and standard
industry practice, and that no modifications, substitutions, or alterations have been made to
the goods, correct such defect by suitable repair or replacement at its own expense.
ORAL STATEMENTS DO NOT CONSTITUTE WARRANTIES.
The representatives of Maxtec or any retailers are not authorized to make oral warranties
about the merchandise described in this contract, and any such statements shall not be relied
upon and are not part of the contract for sale. Thus, this writing is a final, complete and exclu-
sive statement of the terms of that contract.
THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IS IN LIEU OF ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY,
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OTHER WARRANTY OF QUALITY, WHETHER EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED.
Maxtec shall not under any circumstances be liable for special, incidental or consequential
damages including but not limited to lost profits, lost sales, or injury to person or property.
Correction of non-conformities as provided above shall constitute fulfillment of all liablities
of Maxtec whether based on contract, negligence, strict tort or otherwise. Maxtec reserves
the right to discontinue manufacture of any product or change product materials, designs, or
specifications without notice.
Maxtec reserves the right to correct clerical or typographical errors without penalty.
ENGLISH
phone: (800) 748.5355
fax: (801) 973.6090
email: sales@maxtec.com
web: www.maxtec.com
DANGER
This product is not intended as a life-sustaining or life-supporting device.
WARNINGS
Only trained, qualified medical personnel under the direct supervision of a licensed physi-
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cian should operate the Air-Oxygen Blender .
Use this Air-Oxygen Blender only for its Intended Use as described in this manual.
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Confirm prescribed dose before administering to patient. Monitor on a frequent basis.
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The Air-Oxygen Blender shall be serviced by a qualified service technician.
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Always follow ANSI and CGA standards for Medical Gas Products, Flowmeters and Oxygen
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Handling.
The stand-alone gas mixer is not suitable for use with O2 93.
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An Oxygen Analyzer/Monitor must be used to verify oxygen concentration.
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Accuracy of oxygen concentration will be affected if bleed is not activated at flow settings
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below 15 l/min for the High Flow Blender, and 3 l/min for the Low Flow Blender.
DO NOT obstruct the alarm.
DO NOT use Blender when alarm is sounding.
DO NOT use oil in or around the Blender.
DO NOT occlude or obstruct the bleed port on the auxiliary outlet of the Blender.
DO NOT use near any type of flame or flammable/explosive substances, vapors or
atmosphere.
Oxygen Concentration Dial does not rotate 360 degrees. Rotating the dial less than 21% or
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over 100% oxygen will damage the Blender.
CAUTIONS
Federal (USA) law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician.
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Turn off gas supplies when Air-Oxygen Blender is not in use.
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Store the Air-Oxygen Blender in a clean, dry area when not in use.
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The Air-Oxygen Blender contains magnetic, ferrous material that may affect the results of
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an MRI.
Ensure all connections are tight and leak free.
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Avoid excessive pressure surges greater than 100 psi (6.9 bar) when pressuring the Blender
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inlets.
DO NOT steam autoclave.
DO NOT immerse Air-Oxygen Blender into any liquid.
DO NOT gas sterilize with (EtO) Ethylene Oxide.
DO NOT use if dirt or contaminants are present on or around the Blender or connecting devices.
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