ResMed VPAP IV ST manual

VP AP™ IV VP AP™ IV S T Positive Airw A y Pressure device User Guide English[...]

VP AP™ IV VP AP™ IV S T POSITIVE AI RWA Y PRESSURE DEVICE User Guide English ResMed Ltd (Manufacturer) 1 Elizabeth Macarthur Drive Bella Vista NSW 2153 Australia ResMed Corp (US Designated Agent) 14040 Danielson Street Poway CA 92064-6857 USA ResMed (UK) Ltd (EU Authorised Representative) 96 Milton Park Abingdon Oxfordshire OX14 4RY UK ResMed O[...]

Cont ents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Contraindications 1 Adv erse Ef f ects 1 The VP AP S ystem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Masks 2 Humidifier 2 ResScan Data Card 2 Supplemental Oxygen 2 Using the VP AP IV and [...]

1 Introduction English Introduction The VPAP TM IV and the VPAP TM IV ST are intended to prov ide non-invasive ve ntilation for patients with respiratory insuffi ciency or obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA), in the hospital or home. Contraindications Positive airwa y pressure therapy may be contraindicated in some patien ts with the following pre-exist[...]

2 Masks The following Re sMed mask systems are re commended for use with these devices: For information on using masks, see your mask manual. For the latest avai lable masks, see www.resmed.com. Humidifier If you are experie ncing dryness of the nose, throat or mouth, the H4i heated humidifier is recommend ed for use with these VPAP devices. ! WARN[...]

3 Using the VP AP IV and VP AP IV ST English Using the VPAP IV and VPAP IV ST Setting up your VPAP 1 Connect the power cord to the sock et at the rear of your VPAP. 2 Plug the other end of the power co rd into the power outlet. 3 Connect one end of the air tubin g firmly onto the air outlet. 4 Connect the assembled mask system to the free end of ai[...]

4 Attaching a H4i Humidifier The H4i humidifier atta ches to the front of a VPAP IV o r V PAP I V ST device to provide heated humidificati on. These devices automatic ally detect the presence of the H4i and no other accessories are required for its use. For more information on usi ng your H4i, please refer to the H4i use r guide. ! WARNING • Make[...]

5 Using the VP AP IV and VP AP IV ST English Using the Menus The VPAP IV and VP AP IV ST provide a se t of functions which are arrang ed in menus and submenus. Via the LCD screen, the menus and subme nus allow you to view and change the settings for a particular function. To navigate an d make selections: 1 Press or to scroll through items within a[...]

6 How to Select the Mask Type Scroll to MASK and select . Press or until you see the setting you require. The following table shows the setti ng that should be selected for each mask: SmartStart™ If your clinician has enabl ed SmartStart/Stop, your device will start automati cally when you breathe into your mask and stop automatica lly when you t[...]

7 Using the VP AP IV and VP AP IV ST English 6 After starting therapy, an introductory treatment scre en will display: Stopping Treatment To stop treatment at any time, remove your mask and press . If your clinician has enabled SmartStart/Stop, simply remove your mask and treatment will end. Note: SmartStart/Stop does not operate if: • you ha ve [...]

8 Reminders on the VPAP LCD Your clinician may have set your VPAP devi ce to remind yo u about important events, such as when to replace your mask, when to insert your Data Card (if your device is Data Card enabled ) and so on. The reminder message is display ed on the LCD and is visible if the device is not delivering therapy. The backl ight on th[...]

9 Using the VP AP IV and VP AP IV ST English Using the Data Card If your clinician need s to review your treatment, they will a sk you to use the Data Card to copy data from your VPAP device and return th e card to them. Copying Data onto a Data Card 1 Switch on your VPAP and wai t until you see the standby (Ramp) scree n. 2 Hold the Data Card with[...]

10 Traveling with the VPAP IV and VP AP IV ST International Use Your VPAP flow generator has an internal pow er adapter that enable s it to operate in other countries. It will operate on power supplies of 100–240V and 50–60Hz. No special adjustment i s necessary, but you wil l require an approved power co rd for that country. Use on an Aircraft[...]

11 Cleaning and Maintenance English Cleaning and Maintenance You should regularly carry out the cleaning and main tenance described in this section. Refer to your mask and humidifier manuals fo r detailed instru ctions regarding the care of those devices. Daily Disconnect the air tubing and hang it in a clean, dry pla ce until next use. Weekly 1 Re[...]

12 Servicing This device is intended to pr ovide safe and reliable operati on when operated and maintained in accordance wi th the instructions provided by ResMed. To ensure that your device continues to provid e optimum performance it is recommended that this product be inspected by an authorised ResMed Service Centre five years from the date of p[...]

13 T roubleshooting English Troubleshooting If there is a p roblem, try the fol lowing suggestions. If the problem cannot be solved , contact your equipment supplier or Re sMed. Do not attempt to open the device. No display Insufficient air delivered fr om the VP AP device Device doe s not star t when y ou br eathe into th e mask Device does not st[...]

14 Displays er ror message: Exxxx Call Service (wher e xxxx defines an err or) Displays er ror message: HIGH LEAK!!! Adjust Mask The follow ing message is display ed on the LCD aft er you try to update set tings or copy data to the D ata Card : Card Error Remove Card The follow ing message is display ed on the LCD after y ou try to update the setti[...]

15 T echnical Specifications English Technical Specifications Note: • The manuf acturer reserves the right to c hange these specifications wi thout notice. • Pres sure may be displa y ed in cm H 2 0 or hPa. Symbols Which Appear On The Device Caution; Follow instructions for use; Drip proof; Type CF equipment; Dangerous voltage; Class II equip m[...]

16 General Warnings and Cautions ! Warnings • Advice contained in this manual sh ould not supersede instructions given by the prescribing phy sician. • A patient should not connect a device to the data communication por t unless instructed to do so by their health care provider or physician. Only R esMed products are designe d to be connected t[...]

17 General W arnings and Cautions English Guidance and Manufactur er’ s Declaration – Electromagnetic Emissi ons and Immunity Guidance and manufact urer’ s declaration – electromagnetic emissions The VP AP IV and VP AP IV ST devic es are intended f or use in t he electromagnet ic envir onment specifie d below . The customer or the user of t[...]

18 Guidance and manu f acturer’ s de claration – electromagnetic immunity The VP AP device is intended f or use in the electromagn etic envi ronment specif ied belo w . T he customer or th e user of th e VP AP devic e should assur e that the de vice is used in suc h an en vironment. Immunity test I E C 6 0 6 01- 1- 2 te s t level Compliance lev[...]

19 Limited W arranty English Limited Warranty ResMed warrants that your ResMed product shall be free from defects in material and workmanship for the period speci fied below from the d ate of purchase by the initial co nsumer. Th is wa rranty is not transf erable. Note: Some model s are not av ailable in all re gions. If the product fails under con[...]

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