Philips BiPAP A40 - 4.3 Connecting the Breathing Circuit; 4.3.1 Connecting a Non-Invasive Circuit

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4.3 Connecting the Breathing Circuit
You will need the following accessories in order to assemble the recommended circuit:
• Philips Respironics interface (nasal mask or full face mask) with integrated exhalation port, or
Philips Respironics interface with a separate exhalation device (such as the Whisper Swivel II)
• Philips Respironics exible tubing (22 mm or 15 mm) or heated tubing
• Philips Respironics headgear (for the mask)
Note: See Chapter 6 for information on how to clean Philips Respironics exible tubing prior to use. See separate
instructions for use that accompany other breathing circuit components for any necessary cleaning prior to use.
4.3.1 Connecting a Non-Invasive Circuit
Complete the following steps to connect a non-invasive breathing circuit to the device:
1. Connect the exible tubing to the air outlet on the side of the device.
a. If required, connect a bacteria lter to the device air outlet, and then connect the exible
tubing to the outlet of the bacteria lter.
b. When using the bacteria lter, the device performance may be aected. However, the
device will remain functional and deliver therapy.
Note: When using the optional heated tubing, attach the heated tubing to the humidier’s modied air outlet port,
with the bacteria lter installed in-line, but at the opposing end of the tubing.
2. Connect the tubing to the mask. Refer to the instructions that came with your mask.
3. Attach the headgear to the mask if necessary. Refer to the instructions that came with
your headgear.