Setup guide
Everything you need to prepare your space, set up your chamber safely, and run your first session — for soft-shell and hard-shell wellness hyperbaric chambers. This guide covers general wellness equipment, not medical devices.
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Check these before you order. Soft-shell chambers are designed for home self-setup; hard-shell chambers include Metisine on-site installation.
| Requirement | Soft-shell (home) | Hard-shell (clinic) |
|---|---|---|
| Floor area | ≥ 7 × 4 ft clear (hard, level floor) | ≥ 8 × 5 ft; verify floor load if above grade |
| Ceiling height | 7 ft recommended (chamber inflates to ~4 ft tall) | 8 ft minimum; check door/hallway clearance for delivery |
| Electrical | 110 V / 15 A standard outlet | May require dedicated 220 V circuit — confirm per model |
| Ventilation | Well-ventilated room; not sealed or airtight while running | Ventilation and fresh-air supply review required by AHJ for commercial installs |
| Installation | Self-setup: 20–40 min, no tools required | On-site by Metisine team (included in purchase price) |
| Flammables / O₂ safety | Clear area of open flames, aerosols, and combustibles | Same; NFPA 99 safety zones apply for commercial sites |
Soft-shell chambers (1.3–1.5 ATA) require a clear floor area of approximately 7 × 4 feet and a standard 110V outlet. Hard-shell chambers need 8 × 5 feet or more and may require a 220V circuit. Measure your intended room before purchasing.
Select a room with a hard, level floor (carpet is acceptable for soft-shell). Ensure good ventilation — the room should not be sealed or airtight while the chamber is running. Keep the area clear of flammable materials, open flames, and aerosols.
Inspect all components upon delivery. Soft-shell chambers include the inflatable shell, zipper seal, pressure hose, and air/oxygen inlet fittings. Hard-shell chambers arrive in crated sections — Metisine's installation team assembles them on-site.
Most home wellness sessions use ambient air or a medical-grade oxygen concentrator connected via a fitted inlet port. Confirm inlet compatibility with your chamber model before connecting. Follow manufacturer guidance on oxygen flow rate.
Inflate the chamber to operating pressure with no person inside. Check all seams, zippers, and fittings for leaks using a soapy-water test. Confirm the pressure relief valve activates correctly at rated pressure.
All occupants should practice opening the zipper or hatch from inside before their first pressurized session. Soft-shell chambers have interior zipper pulls; hard-shell chambers have a manual interior latch. Practice this step every time a new person uses the chamber.
Begin with a shorter session at lower pressure (e.g. 1.3 ATA / 30 minutes) and gradually increase duration and pressure over several sessions. Keep a session log (date, pressure, duration, notes). Consult your wellness practitioner about a protocol suitable for your goals.
No dedicated room is required, but you need a clear, level floor area of at least 7 × 4 feet for a soft-shell chamber and 8 × 5 feet or more for a hard-shell unit. The room should be well-ventilated. Avoid garages with vehicle exhaust, basements without airflow, or sealed airtight spaces.
Most soft-shell home chambers run on a standard 110V / 15A household outlet — the same as a typical appliance. Hard-shell and larger clinical chambers may require a dedicated 220V circuit. Confirm the electrical specification with Metisine before installation.
Soft-shell chambers are designed for owner self-setup and typically take 20–40 minutes to unbox and inflate. Metisine provides step-by-step remote orientation with every purchase. Hard-shell chambers are installed by Metisine's trained installation team — on-site installation is included in the purchase price.
Soft-shell chambers typically ship within 3–10 business days and arrive ready to set up. Hard-shell chambers are built to order; lead times vary by model (typically 4–12 weeks) with installation scheduled within 1–2 weeks of delivery.
Before each session: check that the zipper or hatch is fully sealed, that the pressure relief valve moves freely, and that the oxygen concentrator (if used) is connected securely. Clear the area of open flames, aerosols, and combustible materials. Ensure the person inside knows how to exit independently.
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Request a consultationGeneral wellness disclaimer: Metisine Health sells general wellness equipment, not FDA-cleared medical devices. This guide is for informational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting any new wellness protocol.