ResMed III ST-A user manual Contents

Contents

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

User/Owner Responsibility	1
Medical Information	1
What the VPAP III ST-A is Intended for	1
Contraindications	1
Warnings	2
Cautions	2
Adverse Effects	3
The VPAP III ST-A System	5
Masks	5
Humidifiers	6
Accessories	6
Setting up the VPAP III ST-A System	7
Setting up the VPAP III ST-A	7
Attaching a Humidifier	8
Using the LCD Screen and Keypad	10
Starting Treatment	13
Stopping Treatment	14
Using the HumidAire 2i Warm-up Feature	14
Using the Mask-Fitting Feature	14
Cleaning and Maintenance	17
Daily Cleaning	17
Weekly Cleaning	17
Periodic Cleaning	17
Testing the Alarm	18
Replacing the Air Filter	18
Servicing	18
How to Use the VPAP III ST-A Menus	19
Ramp Screen	19
How to Use the Standard Menu	19
How to Use the Detailed Menu (if enabled by your clinician)	20
Menu Functions (Detailed Menu only)	22
Treatment Screens	25
Non-vented Mask Alarm Screen	27
The Alarms	29
Alarms Troubleshooting	29

Helpful Hints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

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