VetFlex ICU QuickStart
Setup & Operation in Minutes
TEMP RANGE
60–99°F
O₂ RANGE
21–80%
NOISE
<40 dB
BATTERY
30 min
© 2026 VetFlexICU QuickStart GuideSystem Setup
No special tools required. Complete in under 10 minutes.
Position unit with 4″ clearance from walls.
Lock all wheels before connecting cables.
Plug into any standard 15A outlet.
Turn on circuit breaker on side of unit.
Central / Wall Oxygen
Connect O₂ hose to inlet port on back of unit. Use T-joint splitter for dual chambers.
Oxygen Concentrator
Attach adapter to concentrator outlet. Set flow to 10+ LPM (min 5 per chamber).
Connect hose to barbed drainage port (lower-left back).
Route hose downward to container below port level.
Check for kinks. Empty every 2-3 days.
Included in the Box
IV Pole · T Bar · Window Curtains (×4) · Power Cords (×2) · A/C Drainage Hose · O₂ Tubing + Splitter · Nebulizers (×2) · Neb Connectors (×2) · O₂ Concentrator Adapter
© 2026 VetFlexICU QuickStart GuideStarting the ICU
START IN UNDER 2 MINUTES
Setting Parameters
Therapy Modules
Nebulizer
Front port. Fill to max line. Timer 1-60 min. 0.5-2 μm particles.
Ion Sterilization
Kills bacteria, viruses, odors. Patient stays inside.
Ion Therapy
Surface wound care. Reduces bacterial load on skin.
Best Practice: Pre-condition the chamber (O₂ + temp) before placing patient. In emergencies, exceed 15 LPM for faster O₂ ramp-up.
© 2026 VetFlexICU QuickStart GuideShutdown
If patient is inside, let oxygen drop gradually. Turn off concentrator after O₂ stabilizes.
Oxygen Tare Calibration
Perform if O₂ does not read 21% (±1%) during startup with doors open.
Open all doors. Close flowmeter. Turn off O₂ supply.
Tap gear icon (top-right). Password: 66.
Wait for sampling value to fully stabilize.
Press OK → Tare Calibration → Save.
Confirm reads 20-21%. Press Return.
⚠ Do not change any other settings in the Settings Menu without VetFlex technician instructions.
Troubleshooting
O₂ Not Reaching Target
–Verify flowmeter is open and O₂ source is on
–Confirm Internal Circulation is active
–Check hose connections for leaks
Abnormal Alarm
–Temperature: verify settings are in range
–CO₂ > 2000 PPM triggers auto External mode
–Check O₂ and CO₂ sensor readings
Calibration Issues
–Doors must be open, O₂ off during calibration
–Wait for sampling to fully stabilize
–Contact VetFlex Support if still inaccurate
Unit Not Powering On
–Check power cord at both ends
–Verify circuit breaker is ON
–Test with a different outlet
Need Help?
24/7 Technical Support for all VetFlex ICU systems.
(619) 359-2970 ext. 3
support@vetflex.com · www.vetflex.com
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