ResMed 248551/1, 2011-09 manual Turning off the power, Working with alarms

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Turning off the power

1Stop the therapy.

2Press the power switch at the back of the device once and follow the instructions on the display.

Note: To disconnect the device from the mains power pull out the power cord from the power socket.

Working with alarms

WARNING

This device is not intended to be used for vital signs monitoring. If vital signs monitoring is required, a dedicated device should be used for this purpose.

This device is fitted with alarms to alert you to changes that will affect your treatment.

Alarm message

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Alarm LED

Alarm mute key

Alarm messages are displayed along the top of the screen. High priority alarms are displayed in red, medium priority alarms in yellow and low priority alarms in light blue. The Alarm LED lights red during high priority alarms and yellow during medium and low priority alarms.

The alarm volume can be set Low, Medium or High. From the Setup menu, select Alarm Settings. After the set value has been confirmed, the alarm will sound and the alarm LED lights.

Alarm settings, see “Setup menu: Alarm Settings (Alarm Volume)” on page 16.

You can mute an alarm by pressing once. By pressing the Alarm mute key again, the alarm sounds again. When an alarm is muted, the Alarm mute key LED will light constantly. For a high or medium priority alarm, if after two minutes the problem is still present, the alarm will sound again. Any active low priority alarm will be permanently muted and the Internal Battery Use alarm will be cleared until the alarm condition is fulfilled again.

Starting therapy

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Contents Stellar User GuideRespiratory Care Solutions Making quality of care easy Stellar 100 Stellar Contents Cleaning and maintenance Contraindications IntroductionIndications for use Adverse effectsStellar at a glance Humidification Internal batteryPatient interface ResMed USB stickSetting up for noninvasive use Mobile useSetting up for invasive use Attaching the H4i heated humidifier for noninvasive useHmef Working with other optional accessories Attaching the pulse oximeterAdding supplemental oxygen Starting therapy using oxygen Stopping therapy using oxygenUsing the FiO2 monitoring sensor Connecting a sensor Attaching an antibacterial filterStellar basics About the control panelStarting therapy LCD screenPerforming a functional test Check the FiO2 monitoring sensor if in use Starting therapyStopping therapy Check pulse oximeter if in useTurning off the power Working with alarmsTailoring treatment setup options Using mask-fitUsing the menus Enu Alarm Settings Alarm Volume Enu OptionsSetup menu Configuration Menu Parameter DescriptionOptions On, Auto Used Hours Info menuEvent Summary Device InformationCleaning and maintenance Data managementDaily Replacing the air filter WeeklyMonthly DisinfectionMultipatient use TroubleshootingAlarm troubleshooting ServicingLCD System Failure Problem / possible cause Action LCD Internal Battery EmptyLCD High Temperature 10, 11, 12 LCD Over PressureLCD Low Minute Ventilation Problem / possible cause Action LCD Circuit disconnectedLCD Internal Battery Low LCD Low Respiratory Rate!, High Respiratory RateOther troubleshooting Device does not stop when you remove your mask Problem / possible cause SolutionDevice does not start when you breathe into the mask Treatment pressure seems highTechnical specifications Weight Air outlet Alarm Volume RangeDimensions L x W x H Power supplyIEC ClassificationsAir travel requirements Vrms Symbols General warnings and cautionsGeneral warnings and cautions Limited warranty Product Warranty periodApac