3Bproducts Auto-CPAP User Manual - Warning!
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RESmart
®
CPAP and Auto-CPAP User Manual
Warning!
Indicates the possibility for Injury to the user or the operator
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The instructions in this manual are not intended to supersede
established medical protocols.
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This device is intended for adult use only
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This device is not intended for life support
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CPAP devices have the potential to allow rebreathing of exhaled air.
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Contact your health care professional if symptoms of sleep apnea
recur.
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Using the RESmart
®
CPAP and Auto-CPAP at an incorrect elevation
setting could result in airflow pressures higher than the prescribed
setting. Always verify the elevation setting when traveling or relocating.
To reduce this potential, observe the following:
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Use BMC circuit accessories.
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Do not wear the mask and headgear for more than a few minutes
while the device is not operating.
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Do not block or try to seal the vent holes in the exhalation port.
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As with most CPAP devices: At low CPAP pressures, some exhaled gas
(C0
2
) may remain in the mask and be rebreathed.
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If the room temperature is warmer than 95℉ (35℃), the airflow
produced by the RESmart
®
device may exceed 106℉ (41℃). The room
temperature must be kept below 95℉ (35℃) while the patient uses the
device.
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This equipment is not suitable for use in the presence of a flammable
anesthetic mixture in combination with oxygen or air, or in the presence
of nitrous oxide.
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If you notice any unexplained changes in the performance of the
RESmart
®
CPAP and Auto-CPAP. If it is making unusual or harsh sounds,
if it has been dropped or mishandled, if the enclosure is broken, or if
water has entered the enclosure, disconnect the power cord and
discontinue use. Contact your home care provider.
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To avoid electrical shock, disconnect the power cord before cleaning.
DO NOT immerse the device in any fluids.
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To remove AC power, disconnect the power cord from the electrical
outlet.
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The use of accessories other than those specified or recommended by
the manufacturer may adversely impact performance of the device.
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Inspect the power cord often for any signs of damage. Replace a
damaged cord immediately.
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DO NOT use the RESmart
®
CPAP and Auto-CPAP if the display is erratic.
Contact your home care provider for further instructions.