ResMed Understanding the Importance of Antibacterial Filter and Safe Device Use

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Air filter

Air filter cover

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Disinfection

Disinfection of your device helps to prevent the risk of cross contamination.

Disinfect the exterior of the device, and especially the air outlet, with a damp cloth and a disinfection solution (eg, Microzid).

Multipatient use

WARNING

• An antibacterial filter is mandatory if the device is used on multiple patients.

•In a mulitpatient use environment, you must perform the following before the device is provided to a new patient:

Air filter and the	Replace.
antibacterial filter
Mask	Reprocess; Cleaning, disinfection and sterilisation
	instructions are available from the ResMed website,
	www.resmed.com/masks/sterilization. If you do not have
	Internet access, please contact your ResMed representative.
Air tubing	Replace the air tubing. Alternatively, consult the air tubing
	instructions for cleaning and disinfection information.
Device	Disinfect the Stellar as follows:
	Use an anti-bacterial cleaning/disinfectant solution such as
	Mikrozid® AF or CaviCide® with a clean non-dyed
	disposable cloth to clean and disinfect the exterior surfaces
	of the device. Wipe all accessible surfaces of the device,
	including the air outlet (avoid liquid entering any openings in
	the device). Follow the manufacturer’s recommended
	cleaning instructions.
Humidifier	As instructions for humidifiers vary, see the user guide for
	the humidifier in use. For multipatient use environment, use
	the H4i water chamber (disposable) in place of the H4i
	reusable water chamber.

Cleaning and maintenance

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Contents User Guide StellarRespiratory Care Solutions Making quality of care easy Contents Data management Cleaning and maintenance Indications for use IntroductionContraindications Adverse effectsStellar at a glance Patient interface Internal batteryHumidification ResMed USB stickRemote Alarm Setting up for noninvasive useMobile use Attaching the H4i heated humidifier for noninvasive use Setting up for invasive useHmef Attaching the pulse oximeter Working with other optional accessoriesAdding supplemental oxygen Stopping therapy using oxygen Starting therapy using oxygenUsing the FiO2 monitoring sensor Attaching an antibacterial filter Connecting a sensorAbout the control panel Stellar basicsLCD screen Starting therapyPerforming a functional test Stopping therapy Starting therapyWorking with alarms Turning off the powerUsing mask-fit Tailoring treatment setup optionsUsing the menus Setup menu Clinical Settings Mask Type Setup menuSetup menu Alarm Settings Alarm Volume Setup menu OptionsParameter Description Setup menu Configuration MenuOptions On, Auto Event Summary Info menuUsed Hours Device InformationData management Cleaning and maintenanceDaily Monthly WeeklyReplacing the air filter Multipatient use DisinfectionAlarm troubleshooting TroubleshootingServicing LCD High Temperature 10, 11, 12 Problem / possible cause Action LCD Blocked TubeLCD High Pressure LCD Low PressureLCD Internal Battery Low Problem / possible cause Action LCD Non-Vented MaskLCD Internal Battery Use LCD ApnoeaOther troubleshooting Device does not stop when you remove your mask Problem / possible cause SolutionLearn Circuit failed USB stick is not readable or writeableTechnical specifications External DC Power Power supplySupply isolated Internal Battery Housing constructionEnglish Vrms Symbols Mask should never be blocked General warnings and cautionsGeneral warnings and cautions Product Warranty period Limited warrantyRespiratory Care Solutions Making quality of care easy EUR1