When many people buy a second-hand oxygen concentrator, it is mostly because the price of the second-hand oxygen concentrator is lower or they are worried about the waste caused by only using it for a short time after buying the new one. They think that as long as the second-hand oxygen concentrator work.
Buying a second-hand oxygen concentrator is more risky than you think
- Oxygen concentration is inaccurate
Second-hand oxygen concentrators may be missing parts, which may lead to the failure of the oxygen concentration alarm function or inaccurate oxygen concentration display.Only a specialized oxygen measuring instrument can measure specific and accurate oxygen concentration, or delay the patient's condition.
- Incomplete disinfection
For example, if the first-hand user of the oxygen concentrator suffers from infectious diseases, such as tuberculosis, mycoplasma pneumonia, bacterial pneumonia, viral pneumonia, etc., if the disinfection is not comprehensive, the oxygen concentrator can easily become a "breeding ground" for viruses. Next Users were vulnerable to infection while using oxygen concentrators
- No guarantee after sale
Under normal circumstances, the price of a second-hand oxygen concentrator is cheaper than that of a new oxygen concentrator, but at the same time, the buyer needs to bear the risk of fault repair. When the oxygen concentrator breaks down, it is difficult to get timely after-sales treatment or repair. The cost is higher, and it may be more expensive than buying a new oxygen concentrator.
- The service life is unclear
The service life of oxygen concentrators of different brands varies, generally between 2-5 years. If it is difficult for non-professionals to judge the age of a second-hand oxygen concentrator based on its internal parts, it is easy for consumers to buy an oxygen concentrator that has lost its ability to relieve itching or is about to lose its ability to produce oxygen.
So before deciding to buy a second-hand oxygen concentrator, you should carefully evaluate the credit status of the oxygen concentrator, the health needs of the user, and the level of risk you are willing to bear, etc. If possible, it is best to consult relevant senior professionals to obtain more reference information and purchasing suggestions.
Not second-hand ones are cheaper, but brand-new ones are more cost-effective.
Post time: Oct-24-2024