Mask, Headgear And Tubing; Maintenance; Troubleshooting - DeVilbiss 9000 series Instruction Manual

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Mask, Headgear, and Tubing
CAUTION–Do not place mask, headgear or tubing in an automatic dishwasher. Some
automatic dishwashing detergents contain chemicals that may damage these
items. Also, do not clean with alcohol or any alcohol-based solutions as
damage will result.
1. Remove the tubing and headgear from the mask.
2. Each of these items may be washed as often as needed by using a solution of
warm water and dishwashing detergent. Wash item individually; rinse with clean,
warm tap water and allow to air dry before using. Hang the tubing vertically to
allow the water to drain and dry completely.

MAINTENANCE

Electric shock hazard. Do not attempt to open or remove cabinet; there are no
user-serviceable internal components. If service is required, return it to a
qualified Sunrise Medical provider or authorized service center. Opening or
tampering with the unit will void warranty.
Maintenance Interval
Pressure– Check pressure once per year with a calibrated gauge, calibrate unit if:
Model 9000 error > ± 2 cmH
Model 9001 error > ± 1 cmH
Standard Filter– Check filter daily, clean if necessary. Replace every 6 months or if
damaged.
Optional Fine Particle Filter– Check filter daily, replace if dirty. Replace every 30 days
or if damaged.
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TROUBLESHOOTING

NOTE–DeVilbiss 9000/9001 Series contains no user-serviceable parts. If you believe
your unit is not working properly, BEFORE YOU RETURN IT TO THE HOME MEDICAL
EQUIPMENT PROVIDER WHERE YOU PURCHASED IT OR TO SUNRISE MEDICAL,
please take a few moments to check for these possible causes:
BASE UNIT
Symptoms Possible Causes
Unit does not turn on. 1. Unit not connected to a
live power source.
2. Power cord not attached
properly.
No air flow emitted from flow 1. Air filter may be occluded
generator when power is by dirt or bed clothing.
turned on, motor runs.
Symptoms of OSA have 1. Air filter may be
recurred. occluded.
2. Incorrect air pressure
setting.
3. Sleep apnea condition has
changed.
Skin becomes irritated where 1. Headgear is too tight.
mask touches skin. 2. Incorrect mask size.
3. Allergic reaction to the
mask material.
4. Worn mask.
Dryness of throat or nose. 1. Inadequate room
humidity.
2. Room temperature
too high.
Air from flow generator seems 1. Air filter may be
warm. occluded.
2. Air filter and/or outlet
port may be obstructed.
3. Unit located too close to
a heat register or radiator.
Nasal, sinus, ear pain, or 1. Reaction to air flow
runny nose. pressure, sinus infection,
or nasal congestion.
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Remedies
1. Plug unit into a live
receptacle.
2. Firmly attach power cord.
1a. Clean or replace the air
filter.
1b. Move unit away from
loose material.
1. Clean or replace the air
filter and relocate unit
away from drapes, etc.
2. Contact your Sunrise
Medical provider or
authorized service center.
3. Call your physician; you
may need to be retested.
1. Loosen the headgear.
2. Contact your Sunrise
Medical provider.
3. Call your physician.
4. Replace mask.
1. Increase room humidity or
add a CPAP humidifier;
see page 6.
2. Decrease room
temperature.
1. Clean or replace the air
filter.
2. Move the unit away from
obstruction.
3. Move the unit away from
heat source.
1. Discontinue use. Contact
your physician.
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