LifeChoice ActivoxTM Portable Oxygen Concentrator

Operator’s Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction 1

Application 1

- Indications for Use 1

Symbol Descriptions 1

Warnings 2

User Controls 3

LifeChoice Activox Standard Package 5

LifeChoice Activox Part Names 5

Operating Instructions 6

 - Before Using the LifeChoice Activox for the First Time 6

 - Powering the LifeChoice Activox 6

 - Battery Charging 7

Operating Procedure 8

Alarms/Light Indicators 9

Routine Maintenance 11

Specifications 12

Warranty 16

Accessories 19

Disposal 20
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INTRODUCTION

The patient manual will provide familiarity with the LifeChoice Activox Portable Oxygen 

Concentrator (POC) and its accessories. Be sure to read all of the enclosed information in 

its entirety before using the LifeChoice Activox POC. The LifeChoice Activox POC is an 

internally powered, type BF device when powered by the internal battery and a Class II, 

Type BF device when connected to the external AC Adapter/Charger, DC Adapter/Charger

or rechargeable battery. The essential performance of the LifeChoice Activox POC is to 

provide oxygen at a volume that remains within tolerance (the tolerance was defined based 

on technical judgment from within the manufacturer’s expertise in this specific medical 

application). In addition, the device’s ability to detect certain error conditions (such as low 

concentration or no breath) and create an alarm is also considered a part of essential 

performance. 

APPLICATION

This manual applies to the LifeChoice Activox POC Model XYC100.

INDICATIONS FOR USE: The LifeChoice Activox Oxygen Concentrator is used on a 

prescriptive basis by patients who are diagnosed as requiring supplemental oxygen. This 

oxygen concentrator will provide supplemental, high concentration oxygen to these 

patients. It is not life supporting nor life sustaining. It may be used continuously in a home, 

institution or travel environment. The LifeChoice Activox is also portable.

The LifeChoice Activox POC is pending FAA approved for air travel. The required FAA label

location is on the bottom of the LifeChoice Activox POC. The FAA approved POC list will 

show Inova Labs LifeChoice Activox. Every airline has specific information required for 

traveling with oxygen. Before traveling, review your airline’s specific requirements. The 

Inova Labs website contains additional information at www.Inovalabs.com/resources.

SYMBOL DESCRIPTIONS
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WARNINGS

1. This device is NOT INTENDED to be life-sustaining or life-supporting.

2. This device should be used only when prescribed by a physician.

3. In certain circumstances, oxygen therapy can be hazardous. Please seek medical advice 

before using the LifeChoice Activox POC.

4. U.S. Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician.

5. The LifeChoice Activox POC is designed to provide a flow of high purity oxygen. Patients 

with a fast breathing rate or requiring high oxygen flow may require more oxygen than the 

LifeChoice Activox POC can produce and, therefore, may not be a suitable candidate.

6. This device is not suitable for patients who are unable to hear or see alarms or 

communicate discomfort. If the patient shows any signs of discomfort, a physician should 

be consulted immediately.

7. It is the responsibility of the patient and/or provider to make back-up arrangements for 

an alternative oxygen supply when traveling; Inova Labs Inc. assumes no liability for 

persons choosing not to adhere to manufacturer recommendations.

8. Availability of an alternate source of oxygen is required in case of power outage or 

mechanical failure. Consult your physician or medical equipment supplier for the type of 

back-up system required.

9. The LifeChoice Activox POC is designed to be used in the provided/approved carry case.

10. The LifeChoice Activox should be located so as to avoid pollutants or fumes.

11. The LifeChoice Activox POC does not require the use of any lubricants. Do not use oil, 

grease or petroleum-based products on or near the LifeChoice Activox POC. Do not use 

power supplies/adapters, carry bags or accessories other than those which come with the 

LifeChoice Activox POC. The use of non-specified accessories may impair equipment 

performance and will void all warranties.

12. The LifeChoice Activox POC produces enriched oxygen gas which accelerates 

combustion. DO NOT ALLOW SMOKING OR OPEN FLAMES within 10 feet (3 meters) of this 

device while in use. Cigarette/cigar/pipe SMOKING while using the LifeChoice Activox

POC will VOID all warranties.

13. Never operate the LifeChoice Activox POC in the accessory bag. This is provided for 

accessories only.

14. Do not submerge the LifeChoice Activox POC or any of the accessories in liquid. Do not 

expose to water or precipitation. Do not operate in rain. This could lead to damage.
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15. Portable and mobile RF communications equipment can affect medical electrical 

equipment.

16. The LifeChoice Activox POC should not be used adjacent to or stacked with other 

equipment. If adjacent or stacked use is necessary, the LifeChoice Activox POC should be 

observed to verify normal operation in the configuration in which it will be used.

DANGER: No smoking or Open Flame

USER CONTROLS

The user controls on the LifeChoice Activox POC are specifically designed to be pressed by 

a finger. Never press any of the buttons with a pen, screwdriver, stylus or any other object. 

Pressing the buttons with any hard, sharp and/or small object can damage the user 

controls and void all warranties. The following items are essential parts of the user controls 

for the LifeChoice Activox POC:

Indicator Lights: Colored lights indicate either a change in operating status or a condition 

that may need response (alarm).

Audible Signals: An audible signal (beep) indicates either a change in operating status or a 

condition that may need response (alarm).

Nasal Cannula: A standard single lumen nasal cannula or equivalent must be used with the 

LifeChoice Activox POC to provide oxygen from the concentrator. A standard single lumen 

type cannula, 7-foot (2-meter), is recommended for use. An Adult Nasal Cannula is supplied 

with each LifeChoice Activox POC. For replacement cannulas, please contact your local 

medical equipment supplier. Follow cleaning and care instructions provided with the nasal 

cannula.

Caution: Use of some administration accessories not specified for use with this oxygen 

concentrator may impair the performance.

Auto Mode LEDs: There are two inhalation sensitivity modes on the control panel: ActiveHigh and Sleep-Low, which automatically adjust based on oxygen requirements. (Reference 

below diagram.)

Pulse Setting Control Buttons: There are three individual Pulse Setting Buttons on the 

control panel: 1, 2, and 3 which are equivalent to 1, 2, or 3 liters per minute (LPM) settings 

on a continuous flow device. (Reference Control Panel diagram.)

Hour Meter Button: The LifeChoice Activox POC will read and display the number of 

hours that the unit has been used. (Refer to Routine Maintenance section.)
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Mute Button: The LifeChoice Activox POC features a mute function to disable audible 

alarms during operation. If an alarm has been muted, the yellow Mute LED will be 

illuminated. (Reference Control Panel diagram.)

Battery Check Button: The Battery Check Button causes the battery charge level to be 

displayed. (Reference Control Panel diagram.)

Battery Charge Indicator: The Battery Charge Indicator consists of four LEDs labeled 

“25%”, “50%”, “75%”, and “100%”. (Reference Control Panel diagram.)

Charge-level indication is approximate except at full charge when all four LEDs are solid 

green. Use the following examples to interpret other charge levels:

Charge Level 25% LED 50% LED 75% LED 100% LED

37% Solid Green Flashing Green Off Off

50% Solid Green Solid Green Off Off

65% Solid Green Solid Green Flashing Green Off

100% Solid Green Solid Green Solid Green Solid Green

LifeChoice Activox Control Panel
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LIFECHOICE ACTIVOX POC STANDARD PACKAGE 

The LifeChoice Activox POC can be operated using AC power, DC power or battery power

during transport while inside the approved carry case. The STANDARD PACKAGE includes 

the following items:

(1) 4-Way Carry Case

Use as a convertible backpack, over-the-shoulder strap, briefcase or waist pack

(2)Standard single lumen 7-foot (2-meter) long nasal cannula

(3) LifeChoice Activox Accessory Bag

(4) LifeChoice Activox Portable Oxygen Concentrator with up to 7-hour internal battery

(Refer to Battery Life table since actual time will vary depending upon breath rate and 

dose.)

(5) AC Adapter/Charger (universal 100v – 240v; 50hz – 60hz)

(6) DC Adapter/Charger (12v) with standard “car” adapter plug

An External Battery is available for purchase separately which provides up to 4 hours of 

additional portable time. (Refer to Battery Life table since actual time will vary depending 

upon breath rate and dose.)

LIFECHOICE ACTIVOX POC PART NAMES

External Battery Port: Connect external battery (if used) to this port. (This connection is 

to be used solely with the specified external battery.)

Cannula Nozzle Fitting: The nasal cannula connects to the oxygen output nozzle at the top 

of the LifeChoice Activox POC. Do not place the cannula into nasal passages until the 

LifeChoice Activox POC is fully powered on. Breathing through the cannula during start-up 

will prevent the system from powering on.

Fan Inlet Vent: Cooling air is drawn in through this opening. See Maintenance section for 

cleaning instructions.

Fan Outlet Vent: Cooling air is exhausted through this opening.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE USING THE LIFECHOICE ACTIVOX POC FOR THE FIRST TIME

The LifeChoice Activox POC should be charged for a minimum of four hours before initial 

use. Begin charging by connecting the AC Adapter/Charger to the LifeChoice Activox POC 

and plugging it into an electrical outlet.

Make sure to verify that the Battery Check LED labeled “INT” is solid green. This indicates 

that the system recognizes the external power source and is charging the internal battery. 

If an external battery was purchased with the LifeChoice Activox POC, connect it to the 

External Battery Port. It should take approximately three hours to fully charge the external 

battery (with internal battery already fully charged), and seven hours to charge both the 

internal and external batteries together. (See Battery Charging section for more details)

Unless an optional external battery charger has been purchased separately, the external 

battery can only be charged when connected directly to the LifeChoice Activox POC. 

(Contact your local medical equipment provider or customer support for information on 

purchasing the optional charger.)

The LifeChoice Activox POC is recommended and designed to be operated and stored in its 

carrying case at all times. 

Connect the nasal cannula securely to the LifeChoice Activox POC cannula nozzle fitting.

POWERING THE LIFECHOICE ACTIVOX

The LifeChoice Activox POC can be powered in four different ways: (1) internal battery, (2) 

AC Adapter/Charger, (3) DC Adapter/Charger, or (4) external battery (optional, sold 

separately from the STANDARD PACKAGE). 

The following specifics apply to each of the four modes (listed above) of powering the 

LifeChoice Activox POC:

1. Internal Battery: A rechargeable internal battery is located within each 

LifeChoice Activox POC unit. When fully charged, it supplies power to the Life 

Choice Activox POC for up to seven hours. (Refer to Battery Life table since 

actual time will vary depending upon breath rate and Pulse Setting.)

When the LifeChoice Activox POC is being powered from the internal battery, the 

Battery Check LED labeled “INT” will be slowly flashing. Pushing the Battery 

Check Button will display the charge level of the internal battery.

If not connected to the AC or DC Adapter/Charger the internal battery will 

slowly discharge over time even when not in use. Always check the battery level 

prior to use to ensure adequate charge level.
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2. AC Adapter/Charger: An AC Adapter/Charger allows the LifeChoice Activox

POC to be powered from a standard 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz outlet. When the 

unit is operated from an AC Adapter/Charger, power from the AC outlet powers 

the unit and recharges the internal and/or external battery. (See Battery 

Charging section below for details.)

Using an AC Adapter/Charger that is not specified by Inova Labs for use with the 

LifeChoice Activox POC may damage the unit and will void all warranties.

3. DC Adapter/Charger: A DC Adapter/Charger can be connected from the 

LifeChoice Activox POC unit to a vehicle’s (car, boat, motor home, etc.) standard 

12 VDC outlet. When the system is connected to the DC outlet, power from the 

vehicle battery powers the LifeChoice Activox POC unit and recharges the 

internal and/or external battery. (See Battery Charging section below for 

details.)

The 12 VDC outlets in some pre-2000 model cars will not provide sufficient

current to operate the POC and charge the battery at the same time. Verify that 

any DC outlet used can provide at least 10 amps at 12 VDC.

4. External Battery: To power the LifeChoice Activox POC from an external 

battery, connect the external battery to the external battery connector port. A 

fully charged external battery will supply power to the Life Choice Activox POC 

for up to three-and-a-half hours. (Refer to Battery Life table since actual time 

will vary depending upon breath rate and Pulse Setting.)

When the LifeChoice Activox POC is being powered from the external battery, 

the Battery Check LED labeled “EXT” will be slowly flashing. Pushing the Battery 

Check Button will display the charge level of the external battery.

Note: After turning on the LifeChoice Activox POC, allow 30 seconds for the unit to reach 

stated performance.

BATTERY CHARGING

To charge the internal and/or external battery, connect the LifeChoice Activox POC to 

either an AC or DC Adapter/Charger and a suitable outlet. If the external battery is being 

charged also connect the external battery to the External Battery Port. Confirm that one of

the Battery Check LEDs, either “INT” or “EXT”, is solid green. This indicates that an AC or 

DC external power source has been recognized and that battery charging is in progress. 

If an external battery is connected to the LifeChoice Activox POC, it is important to 

understand the battery charging sequence. By design the internal battery is charged first. 

That means that the external battery will not start charging until the internal battery is 

charged to a 100% level. Use the “INT” and “EXT” Battery Check LEDs to determine which 

(if any) batteries are charging.
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To check the battery charge level while charging is in progress, press the Battery Check 

Button. The charge level will be displayed as indicated in the Battery Charge Indicator 

section (see User Controls). When a battery is fully charged, the corresponding Battery 

Check LED (“INT” or “EXT”) will be off. 

It takes a minimum of four hours for a fully discharged internal battery to reach a 100%

charge level. If both internal and external batteries are full discharged it can take up to 

seven hours to achieve a 100% charge level in both batteries.

It is recommended to recharge the batteries, even if only partially depleted, as often as 

possible. The batteries cannot be overcharged, and it is recommended to leave the 

LifeChoice Activox POC plugged in via the AC or DC Adapter/Charger as often as possible.

The rechargeable batteries are maintenance-free and can only be exchanged at the factory.

(Note: If the LifeChoice Activox POC is powered off and either the AC or DC 

Adapter/Chargers are connected to the LifeChoice Activox POC after charging is complete,

the internal fans may continue to operate for an additional period of time until the 

temperature inside the unit is sufficiently cool.)

OPERATING PROCEDURE

1. Locate and position the LifeChoice Activox POC so that the air inlets and air outlets are 

not obstructed. The unit, particularly the air intake slots and the air outlets area, should be 

located in a well-ventilated space.

2. Power the LifeChoice Activox POC using one of the four modes described in the Powering 

the LifeChoice Activox section above. 

3. Press the Power Button once to turn “ON”. An audible beep will occur and the Power

LED, the Auto Mode Active-High LED and the Pulse Setting of 1 LED will illuminate solid 

green. This indicates that the LifeChoice Activox POC is powered on, is ready for use, and

that settings may now be changed. Pressing the Power Button for an extended time after 

the audible beep will cause the system to turn back “OFF”. 

CAUTION: Do not place the cannula into nasal passages until the LifeChoice Activox POC is 

fully powered on. Breathing through the cannula during start-up will prevent the system 

from powering on.

4. There are two inhalation sensitivity modes on the control panel: Active-High and SleepLow, which automatically adjust based on oxygen requirements. No action is required to 

start the delivery of oxygen.

5. Select a Pulse Setting of 1, 2, or 3 as prescribed by your doctor. These settings are 

equivalent to 1, 2, or 3 LPM settings on a continuous flow device. The green LED above the 
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selected setting illuminates and will flash each time inhalation is detected indicating that a 

pulse-wave of oxygen has been delivered.

6. Place the nasal cannula in the nasal passages and breathe normally. When the LifeChoice 

Activox POC senses inhalation, oxygen is supplied through the cannula. The duration and 

size of the pulse is dependent upon the Pulse Setting selected.

7. Check to make sure your unit’s battery is fully charged before venturing out with the

LifeChoice Activox POC for the first time. Refer to the Battery Charge Indicator section (see 

User Controls).

8. To turn the LifeChoice Activox POC “OFF”, press the Power Button and hold for 2 seconds

until the green Power LED goes off and the unit shuts off. After the LifeChoice Activox POC 

is powered off, the internal fans may continue to operate for an additional period of time 

until the temperature inside the unit is sufficiently cool.

ALARMS/LIGHT INDICATORS

NORMAL OPERATION INDICATORS

Normal Operation Audible Alert Light Indication Action

LifeChoice Activox 

POC turned on

Brief Audible Tone Green LEDs of

Power, Active-High

and Pulse Setting of 1

are illuminated.

You may begin to use 

the LifeChoice 

Activox POC unit in 

30 seconds

LifeChoice Activox

POC has detected an 

inhalation/breath 

and is delivering a 

pulse of oxygen

None Green LED of 

selected pulse 

setting flashes with 

each breath

LifeChoice Activox

POC is functioning 

normally

LifeChoice Activox

POC powered by 

internal battery

None Green Battery Check

LED labeled “INT” 

slowly flashes

LifeChoice Activox

POC is functioning 

normally

LifeChoice Activox 

POC plugged into or 

powered by an 

external source (AC, 

DC, or external 

battery)

None Green Battery Check

LED labeled “INT” is 

solid green

LifeChoice Activox

POC is functioning 

normally
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ALARM TABLE

Problem Audible Alarm Light Alarm Action

No breath detected 

by the unit for 

approximately 75 

seconds

Intermittent beep Red Alarm LED 

flashes

Check the cannula 

connection. Ensure 

that you are

breathing through 

your nose. After the 

system detects a 

breath, the alarm 

will shut off. If the 

alarm persists, 

contact your 

equipment provider.

Low Battery Alarm

(Approximately 10 

minutes of battery 

power)

Single loud, long 

beep every 60 

seconds.

Amber Battery Check

LED labeled “INT” 

slowly flashes

Connect the 

LifeChoice Activox

POC unit to an 

external power 

source, or change to 

another source of 

oxygen.

Critical Low Battery 

Alarm

(Approximately 30

seconds of battery 

power)

Fast audible beep 

(Unit shuts down)

Amber Battery Check

LED labeled “INT” 

begins flashing 

quickly

Connect the 

LifeChoice Activox

POC unit to an 

external power 

source, or change to 

another source of 

oxygen.

General malfunction 

of the LifeChoice 

Activox POC

Continuous audible 

alarm

Alarm LED is solid 

red

Turn off the unit. 

Change to another 

source of oxygen, 

and contact your 

equipment provider.
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ROUTINE MAINTENANCE

The LifeChoice Activox does not have any end-user repairable parts.

Intake Vent Cleaning: There is one intake vent located on the lower-right side (facing the 

unit) of the LifeChoice Activox POC. The carrying case for the unit has mesh material 

corresponding to the location of the intake vent. You should visually check the carrying 

case to ensure that there is no build-up of lint, hair or other materials that could obstruct 

the flow of air into the unit’s intake vent. Remove any material build-up using a soft brush.

At least once a month inspect the grille of the intake vent and if it appears dirty, use a dry 

cotton swab (Q-Tip® or similar) to clean it. Never use alcohol, solvents, or petroleum 

distillates for cleaning.

Carrying Case Cleaning: If it is necessary to clean the carrying case, use only warm water 

and a mild liquid dish detergent.

1. Before starting make sure the carrying case is closed.

2. Dampen a cloth in the detergent and water solution and wipe the outside surfaces of 

the case clean.

Warning: Do not use alcohol, solvents, polishes or any oily substances since they may 

be flammable.

Nasal Cannula Inspection: At least once a week, visually inspect the nasal cannula. Make 

sure there are no kinks or obstructions. Replace as needed with a standard 7-foot (2-

meter) single-lumen type cannula from your local medical equipment supplier.

Reserve Oxygen Supply: Your equipment provider should provide or suggest an 

alternative source of supplemental oxygen therapy in case there is a mechanical failure or 

power outage.

Hour Meter: The hour meter function is typically only used by service personnel. To 

display cumulative running hours push the Hour Meter Button for a minimum of two 

seconds. The control panel LEDs listed below will then blink to establish an hour count. 

The Sleep-Low LED represents 10,000s of hours and the Active-High LED represents 

1,000s of hours. The Pulse Setting of 1 LED represents 100s of hours. The Pulse Setting of 2 

LED represents 10s of hours and the Pulse Setting of 3 LED represents 1s of hours.

The order of LED blinking starts with 10,000s of hours and ends with units of hours. If the 

value of a particular position is zero, the corresponding LED will not blink. For example, 

given an hour value of 987, neither the Sleep-Low LED nor the Active-High LED will blink. 

The first LED to blink with be the Pulse Setting of 1 LED and it will blink nine times.
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SPECIFICATIONS

Maximum outlet pressure: 19 psi (131 kPa)

Device Electrical Classification: Class II, Type BF

Oxygen Concentration: 90% (+/- 5%) 

Oxygen Concentration Sensor Alarm: Less than 85% for 16 consecutive breaths (+/- 1.5% 

accuracy over the operational range of LifeChoice Activox given below)

Flow Control Pulse Settings: 1, 2, & 3 LPM (Equivalent to Continuous Flow) ±20%

Mode of Operation: Continuous equipment and mobility: portable

Weight: 5.0 Pounds (2.2kg)

Dimensions: 9.05" Width x 7.875" Height x 4.38” Depth

Power Requirement: AC 100 to 240 VAC, 50 to 60 Hz; DC 12 to 19 VDC or Battery 12-16.8 

VDC

LifeChoice Activox POC Input: 19VDC, 6A

External AC Power Adapter/Charger, XYC103AC-Input: 100-240VAC, 2.5A; Output: 19V, 

6.3A

External DC Power Adapter/Charger, XYC104DC-Input: 11.5-16VDC, 10A; Output: 19V, 

6.3A

External Rechargeable Battery, XYC102B

Approximate Internal Battery Duration: See Battery Life Table

Minimum Internal Battery Recharge Time: 4 Hours

Sound: Less than 50 Decibels at 10 ft (3.05m), 54.4 Decibels at 3.3ft (1m)

Environmental Conditions for Use, Storage and Transport: 

Operational Temperature: 41°F to 104°F (5°C to 40°C)

Operational Humidity Range: 15% to 93%, Non-condensing

Operational Altitude Max: 10,000 Feet (3km)

Storage Temperature: -25°F to 140°F (-32°C to 60°C)

Storage Humidity Range: 

BATTERY LIFE TABLE

Run Time (@15 BPM) Pulse Setting

1 LPMeq 2 LPMeq 3 LPMeq

Internal Battery 7 Hours 6 Hours 4 Hours

External Battery 3.5 Hours 3.5 Hours 2 Hours
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OXYGEN CONCENTRATION OVER ALTITUDE AND FLOW RATE

EMC INFORMATION

Medical electrical equipment needs special precautions regarding EMC and needs to be 

installed and put into service according to the EMC information provided in the 

accompanying tables.

80

85

90

95

1 LPMeq 2 LPMeq 3 LPMeq

O2 %

Flow Rate

Oxygen Concentration Over Alititude Range 0 - 4000 m
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WARRANTY (USA)

INOVA LABS, INC.

LIMITED WARRANTY AND DISCLAIMER 

(“Limited Warranty”)

NOTE: This Limited Warranty does not affect Purchaser’s statutory rights under applicable national laws.

Inova Labs, Inc. (“Inova Labs”) warrants that each new LifeChoice ActivoxTM Portable Oxygen Concentrator 

(“POC”) shall be free from defects under normal use, operation and service for three (3) years. Any LifeChoice 

ActivoxTM POC Accessories, the Sieve Bed and all Batteries are warranted for one (1) year. See the table below 

for detailed coverage under this Limited Warranty.

The Limited Warranty extends only to the first Purchaser (it is not transferable) and begins on the date of 

purchase as evidenced by the sales receipt directly from Inova Labs or through one of its authorized 

distributors. This Limited Warranty is only offered in connection with sales through Inova Labs’ authorized 

distribution channels. 

The LifeChoice ActivoxTM POC produces enriched oxygen gas which accelerates combustion. DO NOT ALLOW 

SMOKING OR OPEN FLAMES within 10 feet (3 meters) of this device while in use. Cigarette/cigar/pipe

SMOKING while using the LifeChoice ActivoxTM POC will VOID all warranties.

Extended Warranty is available - two additional years maximum. Extended warranty covers the same 

components as the limited 3 year warranty. Batteries, sieve bed replacement and accessories remain at one 

year warranty. Extended warranties are offered to the original owner only and are non-transferrable. 

Extended warranties must be purchased at the time of original purchase of the LifeChoice ActivoxTM.

 ITEM LENGTH OF COVERAGE

Outer Shell 3 years

Compressors 3 years

Computer Controller & Power Boards 3 years

PSA Lung Assembly 3 years

Sieve Bed 1 year

Battery – Internal 1 year

Battery – External/Supplemental 1 year

Accessories 1 year

The Limited Warranty Excludes From Coverage

1. Defects caused by or related to:

a. Abuse, misuse, negligence or accident;

b. Failure to comply with instructions contained in the Operating Manual;

c. Alteration or modification by Purchaser;

d. Unauthorized repairs or alterations;

e. Environmental conditions (including but not limited to water, chemicals, fumes in the 

atmosphere, extreme heat, spillage of food or liquid, sand, dirt or the like);

f. Lack of regular, preventive maintenance and cleaning;

g. Damage in shipment;

h. Other acts beyond the reasonable control of Inova Labs.

i. Any damage caused by improper packaging when returning product to Inova Labs Inc.
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Warranty Service and Coverage

Purchaser’s exclusive remedy and Inova Labs’ sole obligation hereunder shall be limited to repair, 

replacement or refund of the purchase price, at Inova Lab’s option. However, this Limited Warranty shall not 

exclude or limit (1) Purchaser’s statutory rights under the applicable national laws, or (2) Purchaser’s rights 

against the authorized distributor or vendor. 

All items claimed to be defective within the warranty period shall be properly packaged and shipped on a 

prepaid basis to Inova Labs (USA sales) or its authorized distributor at Purchaser’s expense. A prior obtained 

Return Authorization Number issued by Inova Labs (USA) or its authorized distributor must properly identify 

returned items together with proof of purchase date. Items returned without a Return Authorization Number 

shall be refused and returned to Purchaser at Purchaser’s expense. Inova Labs shall pay for regular shipment 

back to Purchaser for repair or replacement of items under this Limited Warranty. 

Purchaser shall notify Inova Labs or its authorized distributor of the alleged defect within a reasonable time 

of discovery of the issue and in any event no later than prior to the expiry of the Limited Warranty coverage. 

When repairing or replacing the item Inova Labs may use functionally equivalent products or parts that are 

new, equivalent to new or re-conditioned.

Customer is responsible for proper packaging of all returned items. Any product damage caused by improper 

packaging will not be covered under warranty repair. Warranty does not include shipping to Inova Labs for 

repair. 

As far as national laws permit, the warranty coverage will not be extended or renewed or otherwise affected 

due to Inova Labs’ authorized repair or replacement. However, part(s) repaired or replacement product will 

be warranted for the unexpired portion of the original Limited Warranty or for sixty (60) days from the date 

of repair or replacement, whichever is longer. 

NO REPRESENTATIVE OF INOVA LABS HAS AUTHORITY TO MAKE ANY REPRESENTATIONS OR 

PROMISES EXCEPT AS STATED HEREIN. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND GIVEN AND 

ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF ANY AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING 

WITHOUT LIMITATION THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A 

PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. INOVA LABS SHALL HAVE NO FURTHER LIABILITY 

FOR ANY DAMAGE, LOSS, COST OR FEE OF WHATEVER KIND OR NATURE, WHETHER FORSEEABLE OR 

NOT, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ATTORNEYS’ FEES, CONSEQUENTIAL, GENERAL, SPECIAL, 

INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, EXEMPLARY OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, REGARDLESS OF THE FORM OF THE 

CLAIM, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, TORT OR OTHERWISE, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO INOVA 

LABS’ PRODUCTS, AND EVEN IF INOVA LABS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH 

DAMAGES, LOSSES, COSTS OR FEES. TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, INOVA LABS’ 

LIABILITY HEREUNDER OR RELATING HERETO SHALL NOT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID FOR 

THE PRODUCT, REGARDLESS OF THE FORUM AND REGARDLESS OF WHETHER ANY ACTION OR CLAIM 

IS BASED ON CONTRACT, TORT OR OTHERWISE. PURCHASER AGREES AND ACKNOWLEDGES THAT 

THE PRODUCT IS OF A SIZE, DESIGN AND CAPACITY SELECTED BY ITS MEDICAL PROVIDER. NO 

AGREEMENT VARYING OR EXTENDING THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE BINDING UPON INOVA 

LABS UNLESS IN WRITING, SIGNED BY A DULY AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE OF INOVA LABS. 

Governing Law and Jurisdiction 

The rights and obligations of the parties pursuant to this Limited Warranty and any dispute arising hereunder 

shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the internal (but not the conflicts) laws of the State 

of Texas, USA. The 1980 U.N. Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods shall not apply. If 

any provision of this Limited Warranty is inconsistent with applicable laws relating to Purchaser, Purchaser 

agrees to waive any and all rights and remedies it may have under such laws to the extent it may waive such 

rights and remedies. This Limited Warranty is offered as an additional benefit to Purchaser’s statutory rights 

and it does not affect such statutory rights in any way. The parties agree and consent that the state or federal 

courts in Texas shall have exclusive jurisdiction with respect to any dispute arising out of or relating to this 

Limited Warranty. EACH PARTY EXPRESSLY WAIVES ALL RIGHTS TO A TRIAL BY JURY. 
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Technical Support

Please contact the local medical equipment company that provided or sold the LifeChoice ActivoxTM POC to 

you for any technical or emergency support.

If any additional information is needed, please contact Inova Labs’ Customer Care Manager at 

1.800.220.0977 USA
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ACCESSORIES (ADDITIONAL/REPLACEMENT/SPARE)

Product Number: XYC105B

Description: Standard carry case for LifeChoice Activox POC comes complete with strap 

system that allows case to be used as a backpack, shoulder strap, waist strap or carried as a 

briefcase (Included with purchase of LifeChoice Activox POC.)

Product Number: XYC102B

Description: 4-hour external battery. Extended time battery for more mobility. (Not 

included with the STANDARD PACKAGE purchase of the LifeChoice Activox POC.)

Product Number: TBD

Description: External Battery charger module (Not included with the STANDARD PACKAGE 

purchase of the LifeChoice Activox POC.) 

Product Number: TBD

Description: Extended Life- External battery pack (Not included with the STANDARD 

PACKAGE purchase of the LifeChoice Activox POC.)

Product Number: XYC283SB

Description: Extra small waist belt strap for external battery pack. (Not included with the 

STANDARD PACKAGE purchase of the LifeChoice Activox POC.) 

Product Number: XYC103AC 10’ (3m)

Description: AC Adapter/Charger. Used to charge and run the LifeChoice Activox POC

simultaneously. Used at home or in the car, RV, motor boat, etc. (Included with purchase of 

LifeChoice Activox POC.)*

Product Number: XYC104DC 6’ (1.8m)

Description: DC Adapter/Charger. Used to charge and run the LifeChoice Activox POC 

simultaneously. Used at home or in the car, RV, motor boat, etc. (Included with purchase of 

LifeChoice Activox POC.)*

Product Number: XYC262

Description: 7’(2.1m) standard single lumen cannula. (Included with purchase of 

LifeChoice Activox POC.)ϯ

Product Number: XYC340B

Description: Accessory Bag

* Accessories, adapters, and cables other than those specificed, with the exception of 

adapters and cables sold by the manufacturer of the medical electrical equipment as 

replacement parts for internal components, may result in increased emissions or decreased 

immunity of the Model XYC100

ϯ Cannula may not be included in XYC100 packages in all countries based on local 

international requirements
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DISPOSAL

Inova Labs expects end users to dispose of LifeChoice Activox POC in an environmentally 

friendly way. Electrical and electronic equipment is label with the crossed out wheeled bin 

symbol indicating that the equipment should be disposed of by the end user separate from 

other types of waste. The LifeChoice Activox POC device contains lithium-ion batteries, and 

the end users should contact Inova Labs or their local distributor for disposal, collection 

and recycling options and terms and conditions for their country. In 2002, the European 

Union introduced the Directive on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). The 

main aim of the Directive is to ensure that WEEE is collected and treated separately. WEEE 

items may contain hazardous substances that should not end up in the human environment 

and can have adverse effects on it if they do.

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