ResMed VPAP III ST-A manual Cleaning and Maintenance, Daily Cleaning Mask, Weekly Cleaning

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Warning Signal/Cause

Action

 

 

LCD: NO MASK VENT

•Connection of a non-vented mask.

•Mask expiratory flow port (vent) may be blocked.

•Use of supplemental oxygen with a vented mask.

•Ensure your mask has an expiratory flow port (vent).

•Ensure your mask expiratory flow ports (vents) are not blocked.

•Contact your clinician.

Note: The non-vented mask alarm activates within 30 seconds (15 sec on average) of using therapy with a non-vented mask.

Cleaning and Maintenance

You should regularly carry out the cleaning and maintenance described in this section.

Daily Cleaning

Mask

Clean the mask according to the instructions supplied with the mask.

Air tubing Disconnect the air tubing from the device (and humidifier, if used) and store the tubing and mask in a clean, dry place until next use.

CAUTION

Do not store the air tubing in direct sunlight as the tubing may harden over time and eventually crack.

Humidifier If you are using a humidifier, clean it according to the instructions supplied with the humidifier.

Weekly Cleaning

1Remove the air tubing from the device and the mask.

2Wash the air tubing in warm water using mild detergent. Rinse thoroughly, hang and allow to dry.

3Reconnect the air tubing to the air outlet and mask.

CAUTION

•Do not use bleach, chlorine-, alcohol- or aromatic-based solutions (including all scented oils), moisturising or antibacterial soaps to clean the air tubing or the device. These solutions may cause hardening and reduce the life of the product.

•Do not hang the air tubing in direct sunlight as the tubing may harden over time and eventually crack.

Periodic Cleaning

1Clean the exterior of the device with a damp cloth and mild liquid soap.

2Inspect the air filter to check if it is blocked by dirt or contains holes. See “Replacing the Air Filter” on page 14.

WARNING

Beware of electric shock. Do not immerse the flow generator or power cord in water. Always unplug the flow generator before cleaning and be sure that it is dry before reconnecting.

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Contents Vpap III ST-A with QuickNav Vpap III ST-A with QuickNav Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration Electromagnetic Introduction Medical InformationVpap III ST-A with QuickNav MasksHumidifiers SupportSetting up the device Using the LCD QuickNav Screen and Keypad Attaching a HumidifierHumidAire 2i/2iC Humidifier HumidAire or Passover HumidifierLEDs Starting TreatmentKeypad Keys Using the HumidAire 2i Warm-up Feature Patient Standby ScreensRamp Time Patient Home Screen/Treatment ScreenUsing the Mask-Fit Feature Stopping TreatmentHow to Use the Menus QuickNav ScreenMenu Navigation Patient Treatment MenuPatient Settings Menu Function Default Function Description Settings Function Function Description Default Settings Patient Options MenuAlarms Alarms TroubleshootingAlarm Mute Key Testing the AlarmLCD Ipap Lower Cleaning and Maintenance Daily Cleaning MaskWeekly Cleaning Periodic CleaningUsing a Battery to Power the Device Helpful HintsServicing Travelling with the Vpap III ST-A with QuickNavTroubleshooting System Specifications Sound power level Dimensions L x W x HWeight Air outlet Power supplySymbols which may Appear on the Product General Warnings and Cautions Page Separation distance according to frequency of transmitter m Limited Warranty Product Warranty PeriodManufacturer Distributed by Eur 1 ENG
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