User Manual_ResWell_CPAP
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CAUTIONS:
Read and understand the entire user manual before operating this device. If you have any
questions concerning the usage of this device, contact your home care provider or health
care professional.
WARNING
:
This equipment is not used for life support.
This equipment is a CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) device designed for the
treatment of adult Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) only.
The instructions in this manual are not intended to supersede established medical
protocols.
CPAP devices have the potential to allow re-breathing of exhaled air.
CAUTIONS:
· Use designated circuit accessories.
· Do not wear the mask and headgear over minutes while the device is not operating.
· Do not block or try to seal the vent holes in the exhalation port. As with most CPAP
devices: At low CPAP pressure, some exhaled gas (CO
2
) may remain in the mask
and be re-breathed.
Do not use this device if the room temperature is higher than 95
℉
(35
℃
). If this device is
used at such environment, the temperature of the airflow may exceed 106
℉
(41
℃
). This
could cause irritation to your airway.
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. This equipment must
be kept distance from oxygen source more than one meter.
Do not use this equipment at MRI or CT checking.
To avoid electrical shock, disconnect the power cord before cleaning it. DO NOT immerse
the device in any fluid.
Contact your health care professional when sleep apnea symptoms recur.
CAUTIONS
:
Should any problem be noticed as unexplained changes in the performance of the
equipment, e.g. it is making unusual or harsh sounds; it has been dropped or mishandled;
the enclosure is broken; water has entered the enclosure or power failure, contact your
home care provider.
Tobacco smoke may cause tar build-up within the equipment that may result in the
equipment malfunctioning.