How to clean and maintain home oxygen concentrator？

Introduction

On the road of pursuing a healthy life, home oxygen concentrators have become the right-hand man for many people who need oxygen. The home oxygen concentrator plays an indispensable role whether it needs long-term oxygen inhalation due to chronic diseases or in order to improve the oxygen content of the body in daily life. However, like any precision equipment, it is very important to clean and maintain the home oxygen concentrator correctly if it is to provide us with fresh oxygen stably and efficiently. It is not only related to the service life of home oxygen concentrator, but also closely related to our health. Next, let’s explore how to clean and maintain the home oxygen concentrator scientifically.

Regular cleaning

Wipe external surfaces with a soft, damp cloth weekly

As a daily equipment, the external surface of home oxygen concentrator is easy to be contaminated with dust, stains and fingerprints left by us during use. Wiping with a soft wet cloth every week is the basic step to keep its appearance clean and tidy. When wiping, be sure to unplug the power plug of the oxygen concentrator first to ensure safe operation. From the top of the oxygen concentrator, gently wipe along the shell, and pay attention to avoid key parts such as cooling holes to avoid blockage. For some stubborn stains, a small amount of mild detergent can be dipped in the wet cloth, but it should be noted that it should be wiped again with a clean wet cloth to remove the detergent residue.

For example, the HO-ZY1FW stationary oxygen concentrator of Homy Oxyz has a delicate shell design, and regular wiping can not only keep the appearance beautiful, but also avoid the damage to the fuselage material caused by long-term accumulation of stains.

Keep device in a clean, dust-free environment

The environment in which the oxygen concentrator is located has a far-reaching impact on its performance and life. A clean and dust-free environment can effectively reduce impurities such as dust from entering the oxygen concentrator and reduce the probability of failure. Try to place the home oxygen concentrator far away from the dust source, such as avoiding the area under construction, near the vent, etc. At the same time, the room where the oxygen concentrator is placed should be kept clean, and the floor and furniture should be cleaned regularly to reduce the suspended amount of indoor dust.

In addition, the oxygen concentrator can be equipped with a special dust cover to cover it when not in use, further blocking the invasion of dust. However, it should be noted that the dust cover must be removed when the oxygen concentrator is running to ensure good heat dissipation.

Check air intake filters monthly

The air intake filter is the “air guardian” of the home oxygen concentrator, which is responsible for filtering impurities such as dust and pollen in the air to ensure that the air entering the oxygen concentrator is relatively pure, thus ensuring the quality of oxygen production. Check the intake filter regularly every month to find out whether the filter is blocked or damaged in time.

Open the filter door of the oxygen concentrator and carefully take out the filter. Observe the surface of the filter carefully. If there is obvious dust accumulation or even dark color, it needs to be cleaned or replaced. In the process of inspection, if the filter is found to be damaged, it should be replaced immediately, so as to prevent unfiltered air from entering the oxygen concentrator, affecting the oxygen production effect and even causing damage to the inside of the machine.

Filter replacement

Replace intake filters every 6 months

In the process of long-term use, the filtration capacity of air intake filter will gradually decrease. Even after regular cleaning, with the passage of time, the fiber structure of the filter will be worn to a certain extent, which will greatly reduce the filtering effect. Therefore, in order to ensure that the home oxygen concentrator can always provide high-quality oxygen, it is very necessary to replace the air intake filter every six months.

When the replacement cycle is reached, the adaptive filter should be purchased in time for replacement. In the replacement process, the operation should be carried out in strict accordance with the operating instructions of the oxygen concentrator to ensure that the filter is installed correctly and sealed well, so as to avoid air leakage and affect the normal operation of the oxygen concentrator.

Use only manufacturer-approved replacement filters

There are many kinds of filters in the market, but not all filters are suitable for their own home oxygen concentrators. In order to ensure the performance and safety of the oxygen concentrator, only the replacement filter approved by the manufacturer must be used. These filters have been strictly tested and verified, and they have the best adaptability to the oxygen concentrator, which can give full play to the filtering function and ensure that they will not cause any damage to the oxygen concentrator.

For example, the manufacturer of HO-ZY1FW fixed home oxygen concentrator of Homy Oxyz is equipped with special air intake filters for this model. These filters are perfectly matched with the oxygen concentrator in terms of materials and filtration accuracy, which can effectively guarantee the stable operation and oxygen quality of the oxygen concentrator.

Inspect filters for dust or discoloration regularly

In addition to replacing the filter according to a fixed cycle, it is helpful for us to know the working state of the filter in time by regularly checking whether the filter has dust or discoloration in daily use. Before using the oxygen concentrator every time, or during daily cleaning, you can simply check the filter. If it is found that there is a lot of dust on the surface of the filter, although it has not yet reached the replacement cycle, you can also consider cleaning or replacing it in advance.

When the filter changes color obviously, it shows that the filter has absorbed a lot of impurities, and its filtration performance may have been greatly affected. At this time, the filter should be replaced as soon as possible to ensure the normal oxygen production function of the oxygen concentrator.

Storage Recommendations

Store in a cool, dry place

The internal structure of the home oxygen concentrator is relatively precise, which has certain requirements for storage environment. The cool and dry environment can effectively prevent the electronic components inside the oxygen concentrator from rusting due to moisture, and avoid faults such as short circuit caused by moisture. When choosing storage locations, basements, damp corners and other places should be avoided as much as possible.

The ideal storage environment temperature should be kept between 5℃ and 35℃ and the relative humidity between 30% and 70%. The oxygen concentrator can be placed in a well-ventilated place indoors, such as the cabinet in the living room, which can not only ensure the suitable environment, but also facilitate access.

Avoid direct sunlight and extreme temperatures

Direct sunlight will accelerate the aging of the shell of the home oxygen concentrator, and too high temperature may affect the performance of key components such as the compressor inside the oxygen concentrator. However, the extremely low temperature environment may cause the water inside the oxygen concentrator to freeze and damage the pipeline and other components.

Therefore, whether in daily use or in storage, it is necessary to ensure that the home oxygen concentrator is far away from direct sunlight, such as the window. At the same time, in the cold winter, if the oxygen concentrator is placed in a room without heating, we should pay attention to taking appropriate warm-keeping measures to avoid damage to the oxygen concentrator due to low temperature.

Unplug when not in use for extended periods

When the home oxygen concentrator is not used for a long time, unplugging it is an important operation. This can not only avoid unnecessary power consumption due to long standby, but also effectively prevent potential safety hazards caused by circuit failure.

In addition, before the oxygen concentrator is put into use again, it is best to conduct a comprehensive inspection, including appearance inspection, filter inspection and power-on test, to ensure that the oxygen concentrator can operate normally before it is put into use.

Professional Servicing

Annual professional maintenance recommended

Although we will clean and maintain the home oxygen concentrator in daily life, some in-depth inspection and maintenance work still needs professionals to complete. Professional maintenance once a year can find out the potential problems inside the oxygen concentrator in time and repair them to ensure that the oxygen concentrator is always in the best running state.

Professional maintenance includes comprehensive inspection of key components such as gas circuit system, circuit system, compressor, etc., adjustment of parameters, cleaning of internal pipelines, etc. These tasks require professional tools and technologies, which are difficult for ordinary users to complete by themselves.

Have certified technician perform comprehensive system check

In order to ensure the quality and safety of maintenance, a comprehensive system inspection should be conducted by certified professional and technical personnel. After professional training, these technicians are familiar with the internal structure and working principle of various household oxygen concentrators, and can accurately judge whether there are problems in the oxygen concentrators and take corresponding solutions.

When selecting maintenance personnel, it is necessary to ensure that they have relevant qualification certificates, and it is best to be technicians who are familiar with the brand and model of their own oxygen concentrators. For example, for the home oxygen concentrator of Homy Oxyz, it can be maintained by technicians certified by this brand, which can better ensure the maintenance effect.

Keep maintenance log for warranty purposes

It is very important for users to keep the maintenance records of oxygen concentrator. On the one hand, it can help us understand the maintenance history of oxygen concentrator, find out whether there are frequent problems in time, and communicate with manufacturers to solve them. On the other hand, when the oxygen concentrator is still under warranty, a complete maintenance record is an important basis for enjoying the warranty service.

After each maintenance, ask the maintenance personnel for a detailed maintenance report, including maintenance time, maintenance contents, replaced parts and other information, and keep it properly. In this way, when the warranty is needed, you can provide relevant certificates smoothly to protect your rights and interests.

Selection and adaptation of home oxygen concentrator

Choose a suitable one according to the demand

Among many home oxygen concentrators, how to choose the one that suits you best is very important. Different people have different demands for oxygen. For example, patients with respiratory diseases such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) may need an oxygen concentrator with stable oxygen concentration and high oxygen concentration. For some people who only take oxygen for daily health care, a portable and simple oxygen concentrator may be more suitable.

When choosing, we should fully consider our own health status, oxygen inhalation frequency and usage scenarios. At the same time, referring to the advice of professionals, such as doctors or respiratory therapists, can help us make more accurate choices.

Pay attention to the performance and parameters 

The performance and parameters of home oxygen concentrators directly affect the oxygen absorption effect. Oxygen concentration is a key parameter. Generally speaking, the oxygen concentration of medical-grade oxygen concentrator should reach more than 90%. In addition, the oxygen output is also the focus of attention. Different use requirements correspond to different oxygen output requirements. For example, general health care oxygen inhalation may meet the oxygen output of 1-2 liters/minute, while for some patients with serious illness, it may need 3-5 liters/minute or even higher oxygen output.

In addition, the noise level of the oxygen concentrator can not be ignored, especially at night, the low-noise oxygen concentrator can provide users with a quieter oxygen inhalation environment and enhance the use experience.

Pay attention to brand and after-sales service

Choosing a well-known brand of home oxygen concentrator can often get better guarantee in terms of quality and after-sales service. Well-known brands usually have more advanced production technology and strict quality inspection system, and the stability and reliability of products are higher.

At the same time, good after-sales service can make us solve problems in time when we encounter them in the process of use. For example, some brands provide 24-hour customer service hotline, on-site maintenance service, etc. These intimate services can make us use the oxygen concentrator with more confidence. Like the Homy Oxyz brand, it has won the trust of many users with its high-quality products and perfect after-sales service.

Conclusion

As the guardian of our healthy life, the home oxygen concentrator can provide us with high-quality oxygen continuously and help us keep in good health through scientific cleaning, reasonable maintenance, correct storage and professional maintenance. From weekly external surface wiping to filter replacement every 6 months; From the daily storage precautions to the annual professional maintenance, each link is closely linked, which together constitutes the health guarantee system of the household oxygen concentrator. When choosing a home oxygen concentrator, we should choose products with excellent performance and reliable brand according to our own needs, and pay attention to their after-sales service. At the same time, in the process of use, strictly follow the above cleaning and maintenance methods to keep the home oxygen concentrator in the best condition.