ResMed Stellar 100 and 150, Stellar 100, Stellar 150 Introduction

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Introduction

Read the entire manual before using the device. This User Guide is for a non-clinician user,

and does not contain all the information provided in the Clinical Guide.

Indications for use

The Stellar 100/150 is intended to provide ventilation for non-dependent, spontaneously

breathing adult and paediatric patients (13 kg and above) with respiratory insufficiency, or

respiratory failure, with or without obstructive sleep apnoea. The device is for noninvasive

use, or invasive use (with the use of the ResMed Leak Valve). Operation of the device

includes both stationary, such as in hospital or home, or mobile, such as wheelchair usage.

Contraindications

The Stellar is contraindicated in patients who are unable to endure more than brief

interruptions in ventilation. The Stellar is not a life support ventilator.

If you have any of the following conditions, tell your doctor before using this device:

•pneumothorax or pneumomediastinum

•pathologically low blood pressure, particularly if associated with intravascular volume

depletion

•cerebrospinal fluid leak, recent cranial surgery or trauma

•severe bullous lung disease

•dehydration.

The use of the Stellar or pulse oximetry (including XPOD) is contraindicated in an MRI

environment.

Adverse effects

You should report unusual chest pain, severe headache or increased breathlessness to

your prescribing physician.

The following side effects may arise during the course of noninvasive ventilation with the

device:

•drying of the nose, mouth or throat

•nosebleed

•bloating

•ear or sinus discomfort

•eye irritation

•skin rashes.

Contents

Main Page i Contents Introduction Stellar at a glance Setting up for noninvasive use Setting up for invasive use Working with other optional accessories Page 1Introduction Introduction Indications for use Contraindications Adverse effects Stellar at a glance 3Stellar at a glance Patient interface Humidification Internal battery Maintenance 1 Setting up for noninvasive use 1 2 3 2 34 5Setting up for invasive use 4 5 6 7 Setting up for invasive use Page 7Working with other optional accessories Working with other optional accessories Attaching the pulse oximeter Contraindication 1 2 Adding supplemental oxygen Starting therapy using oxygen Stopping therapy using oxygen Using the FiO2 monitoring sensor Attaching an antibacterial filter Stellar basics About the control panel 11Starting therapy LCD screen Starting therapy Performing a functional test 1 2 3 4 Starting therapy 1 2 3 Stopping therapy 13Starting therapy Turning off the power 1 2 Working with alarms 14 Tailoring treatment setup options Setting Ramp Programs Using mask-fit 1 2 3 Using the menus Note: iVAPS mode is only available in Stellar 150. Setup menu Setup menu: Clinical Settings (Mask Type) Setup menu: Alarm Settings (Alarm Volume) Setup menu: Options Setup menu: Configuration Menu 17Setup menu Info menu Event Summary Used Hours Device Information Reminders Data management 1 2 3 Cleaning and maintenance Weekly Monthly Replacing the air filter 21Cleaning and maintenance Disinfection Multipatient use Servicing Troubleshooting Alarm troubleshooting 23Troubleshooting Page Other troubleshooting 25Troubleshooting Page Technical specifications 27Technical specifications Page 29Technical specifications Guidance and manufacturers declaration electromagnetic emissions and immunity Page 31Technical specifications Symbols 32 General warnings and cautions WARNINGS CAUTIONS Page Limited warranty