ResMed AIRMINI Faq

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Table of contents
1. AirMini Tubing and ActiveAir technology ................................................................................................ 1
1.1. Why does the AirMini tube have different connectors? ....................................................................... 1
1.2. What is ActiveAir Technology?.............................................................................................................. 1
1.3. How does the ActiveAir technology work? ........................................................................................... 1
1.4. Does the ActiveAir increase breathing resistance when a patient exhales?......................................... 2
1.5. Can the silicone dislodge/fail, if it did, what could happen? ................................................................ 2
1.6. Does ActiveAir technology increase resistance as the patient tries to exhale (by reducing vent flow)?
2
1.7. ResMed generally recommends increasing pressure to wash out CO2. Will the ActiveAir technology
prevent this? ...................................................................................................................................................... 2
1.8. What do I do if my patient feels like they are not getting enough air? ................................................ 2
1.9. Air is expelling out of my patients tube. Is their tube leaking? ............................................................. 3
1.10. Why did you move the location of the vent? ........................................................................................ 3
1.11. How often should the AirMini tube be cleaned? .................................................................................. 3
1.12. Can my patient use the AirMini tube or HumidX with AirSense 10 device? ......................................... 4
2. Humidification – HumidX & HumidX Plus ................................................................................................ 5
2.1. What is HumidX/HumidX Plus? ............................................................................................................. 5
2.2. How does the HumidX work? ................................................................................................................ 5
2.3. Can the HumidX be cleaned? ................................................................................................................ 5
2.4. How often does the HumidX need to be replaced? .............................................................................. 5
2.5. What if the HumidX is used beyond 30 days? ....................................................................................... 5
2.6. Does the HumidX have a use by date? .................................................................................................. 5
2.7. Can I still use the HumidX if I got it wet? .............................................................................................. 5
2.8. How does the waterless humidification compare with AirSense 10 humidification? .......................... 6
2.9. What should I do if my patients are not getting adequate humidification? ......................................... 6
2.10. Is there humidification for full-face masks? .......................................................................................... 6
2.11. How come the HumidX lasts for 30 day when HMXs have to be canged everyday in the ventilation
devices? .............................................................................................................................................................. 6
3. Flow generator ........................................................................................................................................ 7
3.1. What therapy mode does the AirMini have built into the system? ...................................................... 7
3.2. Why is there no user interface? ............................................................................................................ 7
3.3. The machine seems quite warm when powered on. Is this normal? ................................................... 7
3.4. Will my patient be at risk if they fall asleep and accidentally cover the air intake? ............................. 7

ResMed AIRMINI Specifications

General

Type	Travel CPAP machine
Pressure Range	4-20 cm H2O
Noise Level	30 dBA
Bluetooth	Yes
Operating Mode	CPAP, AutoSet
Sound Level	30 dBA
Altitude Adjustment	Automatic
Operating Temperature	41°F to 95°F (5°C to 35°C)
Weight	0.66 lbs
Power Supply	AC 100-240V, 50-60Hz
Humidification	Optional, with HumidX/HumidX Plus waterless humidification
Data Storage	Via AirMini app
Power Consumption	6.3W
Ramp Time	0 to 45 min (5-minute increments)
Compatible Masks	AirFit P10, AirFit N20, AirFit F20
Operating Humidity	10 to 95% relative humidity, non-condensing