Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product VPAP Auto 25 VPAP ST VPAP S ResMed
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VP AP™ A uto 25 VP AP™ S T VP AP™ S Positive Airw A y Pressure device User Guide English.
English VP AP™ A uto 25 VP AP™ S T VP AP™ S POSITIVE AI RWA Y PRES SURE DEVICE User Guide English ResMed Ltd (Manufacturer) 1 Elizabeth Macarthur Drive Bella Vista NSW 2153 Australia ResMed Corp.
Cont ents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Contraindications 1 Adv erse Ef f ects 1 The VP AP S ystem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1 Introduction English Introduction The VPAP TM Auto 25 , VPAP TM ST and the VPAP TM S are i ndicated for the treatment of obstructive sleep ap nea (OSA) in patients weighing more than 66 lb (30 kg).
2 Masks The following Re sMed mask systems are re commended for use with these devices: For information on using masks, see your mask manual. For the latest avai lable masks, see www.resmed.com. Humidifier If you are experie ncing dryness of the nose, throat or mouth, the H4i heated humidifier is recommend ed for use with these VPAP devices.
3 Using the VP AP Auto 25, VPAP ST & VP AP S English Supplemental Oxygen The VPAP Auto 25, VPAP ST and VPAP S are designed to be compatible with the following levels of supplemental oxygen usage: • Up to 4 L/mi n in V Auto mod e • Up to 1 5 L/min in CP AP , S, ST and T modes.
4 ! CAUTION • Be careful not to place the device where it can be bumped or where someone is likely to trip over the powe r cord. • If you put the device on the floo r , mak e sure the area is free from dust and clear of bedding, clot hes or other objects that c ould bloc k the air inlet.
5 Using the VP AP Auto 25, VPAP ST & VP AP S English Using the Menus The VPAP Auto 25 , VPAP ST and VPAP S provide a set of functions whi ch are arranged in menus and submenus. Vi a the LCD screen, the menus and submenus allow you to view and change the settings for a particul ar function.
6 How to Select the Mask Type Scroll to MASK and select . Press or until you see the setting you require. The fo llowing table shows the setting that should be se lected for each mask : How to change the EPR level (CPAP mode) Expiratory Pressure Reli ef (EPR) can be used to improve your comfort l evel when breathing out during treatment.
7 Using the VP AP Auto 25, VPAP ST & VP AP S English Starting Treatment 1 Make sure the power is on. The product name is displayed briefly on the LCD screen , then the standby (Ramp/ Settle) screen appears. The key and LCD backlights also turn on.
8 Using the Mask-Fitting feature The VPAP Auto 25, VPAP ST and VPAP S include a m ask-fitting feature to help you fit your mask properly. The mask-fitting fe ature deliv ers air pressure for a three- minute period, prior to starting treatment, for checking and adjusting you r mask fit to minimize leaks.
9 Using the VP AP Auto 25, VPAP ST & VP AP S English Using the Data Card If your clinician need s to review your treatment, they will a sk you to use the Data Card to copy data from your VPAP device and return th e card to them. Copying Data onto a Data Card 1 Switch on your VPAP and wai t until you see the standby (Ramp/Settle) screen.
10 Traveling with the VPAP Auto 25, VPAP ST & VPAP S International Use Your VPAP flow generator has an internal pow er adapter that enable s it to operate in other countries. It will operate on power supplies of 100–240V and 50–60Hz. No special adjustment i s necessary, but you wil l require an approved power co rd for that country.
11 Cleaning and Maintenance English Cleaning and Maintenance You should regularly carry out the cleaning and main tenance described in this section. Refer to your mask and humidifier manuals fo r detailed instru ctions regarding the care of those devices.
12 ! WARNING • Do not wash the air filt er . The air filter is not washable or reusab le. • The air filter cover protec ts the devi ce in the even t of accidental liquid spillage onto the devic e. Ensure the air filter and air filt er cover are fit ted at all times.
13 T roubleshooting English Troubleshooting If there is a p roblem, try the fol lowing suggestions. If the problem cannot be solved , contact your equipment supplier or Re sMed.
14 Displays er ror message: Check tube!! Key if done Displays er ror message: Exxxx Call Service (wher e xxxx defines an err or) Displays er ror message: HIGH LEAK!!! Adjust Mask The follow ing messag.
15 T echnical Specifications English Technical Specifications Note: The manufact urer res er ves the right to change these specific ations without notice . Symbols Which Appear On The Device At tention, consult accompany ing document s; Drip proof; T ype CF equipment; Dangerous voltage; Class II equipment; Start/Stop; Manufacturer .
16 General Warnings and Cautions ! Warnings • Advice contained in this manual should not supersede instructions given b y the prescribing physician. • A patient should not connect a device to the data com municati on port unless instructed to do so by their health care pro v ider or phys ician.
17 General W arnings and Cautions English Guidance and Manufactur er’ s Declaration – Electromagnetic Emissi ons and Immunity Guidance and manufact urer’ s declaration – electromagnetic emissions The V P AP Aut o 25 , VPA P ST and VP AP S device s are intended for use in the electr omagnetic en vironment spe cified belo w .
18 Guidance and manu f acturer’ s de claration – electromagnetic immunity The VP AP device is intended f or use in the electromagn etic envi ronment specif ied belo w . T he customer or th e user of th e VP AP devic e should assur e that the de vice is used in suc h an en vironment.
19 Limited W arranty English Limited Warranty ResMed warrants that your ResMed product shall be free from defects in material and workmanship for the period speci fied below from the d ate of purchase by the initial co nsumer. Th is wa rranty is not transf erable.
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