WM 67841c 03/2015
WM 100 TD EN 33
4 Preparation
2. If not integrated: Insert the external exhalation system between
the respiratory mask and the respiration hose (see instructions
for use of the respiratory mask and the exhalation system).
3. Connect the mask with the respiration hose.
4. Check whether the hose diameter used is set in the therapy
device (see "6.2 Setting accessories parameters", page63).
5. Put on the respiratory mask (see instructions for use of the
respiratory mask).
6. Start the therapy (see "5.4 Starting the therapy", page46).
7. Perform a mask test to check the positioning of the mask (see
"5.6 Performing a mask test", page49).
Result The respiration hose is connected.
Risk of asphyxia when using full face masks without
exhalation system!
When using full face masks without an integrated exhalation
system the CO
2
concentration can increase to critical values and
endanger the patient.
Use full face masks with an external exhalation system if there
is no exhalation system integrated.
Observe the instructions for use of the exhalation system.
Risk of injury due to incorrectly positioned respiration hose!
An incorrectly positioned respiration hose can injure the patient.
Never place the respiration hose around the neck.
Do not use any small parts to fix the respiration hose in position
as they might be accidentally swallowed.
Do not squash the respiration hose.