BiPAP AVAPS user manual
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Operating
Temperatures
Do not use this device if the room temperature is warmer than 95˚ F (35˚ C). If
the device is used at room temperatures warmer than 95˚ F, the temperature
of the airow may exceed 109˚ F (43˚ C). This could cause irritation or injury
to your airway.
Do not operate the device in direct sunlight or near a heating appliance
because these conditions can increase the temperature of the air coming out
of the device.
Bacteria Filter If the device is used by multiple persons (such as rental devices), Philips
Respironics recommends that a low-resistance, main ow bacteria lter (Part
Number 342077) be installed in-line between the device and the circuit
tubing to prevent device contamination.
Improperly
Functioning
Ventilator
If you notice any unexplained changes in the performance of the device, if it
is making unusual sounds, if it has been dropped or mishandled, if water is
spilled into the enclosure, or if the enclosure is cracked or broken, disconnect
the power cord and discontinue use. Contact your home care provider.
The use of accessories, transducers and cables other than those specied,
with the exception of transducers and cables sold by Philips Respironics
as replacement parts for internal components, may result in increased
Emissions or decreased Immunity.
This device should not be used adjacent to or stacked with other equipment
and that if adjacent or stacked use is necessary, the device should be observed
to verify normal operation in the conguration in which it will be used.
Operation of the device may be adversely aected by:
– Electromagnetic elds exceeding the level of 3 V/m in the test
conditions of EN 60601-1-2
– Operation of high frequency (diathermy) equipment
– Debrillators, or short wave therapy equipment
– Radiation (e.g., x-ray, CT scan)
– Magnetic elds (e.g., MRI)
– Mobile RF communication equipment
– The use of accessories, transducers and cables other than
those specied, with the exception of transducers and cables
sold by Philips Respironics
Power Cord Be sure to route the power cord to the outlet in a way that will prevent the
cord from being tripped over or interfered with by chairs or other furniture.
This device is activated when the power cord is connected.