CAIRE Companion 5 Manuel D'utilisation page 12

Step 5: Adjust Flow Control Rate
a. Turn the flow control knob to the oxygen flow rate (LPM)
prescribed by your physician.
To adjust flow rate:
Turn counter-clockwise to increase flow.
Turn clockwise to decrease flow.
The middle of the ball indicates flow rate. To properly read the
flow meter, view the flow meter at a straight viewing angle and
observe the location of the flow meter ball. The middle of the ball
indicates the flow rate. The graphic below shows a flow meter at
4.0 LPM.
WARNING: IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO SELECT ONLY THE
PRESCRIBED LEVEL OF OXYGEN. DO NOT CHANGE THE
FLOW SELECTION UNLESS YOU HAVE BEEN DIRECTED TO
DO SO BY A LICENSED CLINICIAN. THE OXYGEN CONCENTRATOR
MAY BE USED DURING SLEEP UNDER THE RECOMMENDATION OF A
QUALIFIED CLINICIAN.
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Step 6: Verify Flow and Breathe Normally
a. Verify that oxygen is indeed flowing through the nasal cannula
and that there are no kinks, bends, or blockages in the tubing.
Note: Ensure the cannula is fully inserted and secure. You should hear or
feel oxygen flow to the prongs of the nasal cannula.
b. Properly position your nasal cannula and breathe normally
through the nasal cannula.