ResMed Humidifier user manual Medical Information, Warnings

MEDICAL INFORMATION

INTENDED USE

The HUMIDAIRE 3i is indicated for humidification of the air delivered from the ResMed S8 Series CPAP devices. The HUMIDAIRE 3i is for use only as recommended by a physician.

CONTRAINDICATIONS

The HUMIDAIRE 3i is contraindicated for use with patients whose upper (supraglottic) airway has been bypassed. Please also refer to the relevant system manual for contraindications associated with CPAP therapy.

WARNINGS

The following are general warnings. Specific warnings and cautions appear next to the relevant instructions in the manual.

WARNINGS

! • Use the HUMIDAIRE 3i only for its intended use as described in this manual.

• Make sure that the water chamber is empty and thoroughly dried before transporting the HUMIDAIRE 3i.

• The HUMIDAIRE 3i is designed only for use with specific ResMed CPAP devices. Do not use the HUMIDAIRE 3i with any other CPAP device.

• The HUMIDAIRE 3i should only be used with delivery tubes or accessories recommended by ResMed. Connection of other delivery tubes or accessories could result in injury, or damage to the device.

• The HUMIDAIRE 3i, including the associated tubing, is for single-patient use and must not be re-used on another person. This is to avoid the risk of cross-infection.

• Always place the HUMIDAIRE 3i device lower than the level of the patient. If it is placed at or above the level of the patient, heated water may flow down the air tubing and into the mask.

• There exists the possibility that if the device is placed above the level of the patient and is tipped over, or if the tubing is filled with condensate, the mask might fill with water. The HUMIDAIRE 3i should therefore be used with caution in patients who are unable to guard their airways, or are unable to pull the mask off, for example following a stroke. Attention should be given to the relative risks and benefits.

• Do not attempt to dismantle the HUMIDAIRE 3i docking station. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Repairs and internal servicing should only be performed by an authorised service agent.

• Take care when handling the HUMIDAIRE 3i. The heater plate and the water in the water chamber may be hot.

• If liquids are inadvertently spilled into or on the HUMIDAIRE 3i docking station, unplug the CPAP device from the power outlet. Disconnect the docking station from the CPAP device and allow the docking station to drain and dry before using.

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