7.5 ALARMS
The device monitors various parameters during operation and utilizes an intelligent alarm system
to indicate a malfunction of the concentrator. Mathematical algorithms and time delays are used to
reduce the probability of false alarms while still ensuring proper notification of an alarm condition.
If multiple alarm conditions are detected, the highest priority alarm will be displayed. Note that
failure to respond to the cause of an alarm condition potentially will result in discomfort or reversible
minor injury only (e.g., reduced oxygen supply or a burn). In case of an alarm, seek to address the
issue and/or switch to a backup source of oxygen.
WARNING
Audible alarms are to warn the user of problems. To ensure that audible alarms may be heard,
the maximum distance that the user can move away from it must be determined based on the
surrounding noise level. Make sure the device is in a location where the alarms can be heard or
seen if they occur.
The following section provides a listing and description of every possible alarm condition. The alarm
system is intended to notify an operator while wearing the device in a shoulder bag or while the
device is set down within range of an acceptable nasal cannula.
If the power plug is removed when a battery is connected, the alarms will work normally. If there is no
battery or the device is not connected to AC or DC power, the alarms will not activate because there is
no power. With the battery connected, a power loss lasting less than 30 seconds will have no effect on
the alarm system.
IMPORTANT: If multiple alarm conditions are detected, the highest priority alarm will be displayed.
IMPORTANT: Failure to respond to the cause of an alarm will result in discomfort or reversible injury
only (e.g. reduced oxygen supply or a burn). In case of an alarm, seek to address the issue and/or
switch to a backup source of oxygen.
7.5.1 ALARM LOG
The device maintains a patient accessible alarm log that allows for the last alarm to be accessed and
viewed on the LCD (except for the no-breath-detect, check cannula, battery low / attach plug and
battery empty / attach plug alarms). The alarm log is retained in memory after the device experiences
a total loss of power. To access the alarm log, ensure the concentrator is plugged and turned off. Then
hold the plus (+) button for 5 seconds. Alternatively, the alarm log can be found in the Advanced Tab of
the Inogen Connect App under Error Recall.
Once a new alarm is activated the new alarm overwrites the previous alarm. The alarm log is retained
in memory after the device is powered down. The time elapsed since the error occurred is displayed
with the last alarm on the alarm log. The device also maintains a service and repair alarm log that is
not accessible by the patient.
7.5.2 INFORMATIONAL SIGNALS (LEVEL 1)
The following notification icons are accompanied by a single, short beep.
Display Icon
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Description
Power supply failure or loss
of external power: The battery
has stopped charging and the
device has switched to battery
power. Eventually the battery
will be depleted.
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What To Do
Plug in the power supply to
continue charging the battery.
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