ResMed S9 Elite Information Manual page 9

insufficient fresh air will be provided through the mask, and the exhaled air may be rebreathed. Rebreathing of
exhaled air for longer than several minutes can, in some circumstances, lead to suffocation. This applies to most
models of CPAP devices.
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In the event of power failure
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These S9 devices can be set to deliver pressures up to 20 cm H
pressures up to 30 cm H
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Oxygen flow must be turned off when the CPAP device is not operating, so that unused oxygen does not
accumulate within the device enclosure and create a risk of fire.
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If the oxygen has been left on, turn off the device, then wait one hour before turning on the device again.
S9 CAUTIONS
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Be careful not to place your device where it can be bumped or where someone is likely to trip over the power cord.
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If you put the device on the floor, make sure the area is free from dust and clear of bedding, clothes or other
objects that could block the air inlet or cover the power supply unit.
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Make sure the area around the device is dry and clean.
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Do not hang the air tubing in direct sunlight as it may harden over time and eventually crack.
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Do not wash the air filter. The air filter is not washable or reusable.
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The air filter cover protects the device in the event of accidental liquid spillage. Ensure the air filter and air filter
cover are fitted at all times.
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At low pressures, the flow through the exhalation ports of your mask may not clear all exhaled gas from the tubing.
Some rebreathing may occur.
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The airflow for breathing produced by these devices can be as much as 11ºF (6ºC) higher than the temperature of
the room. Caution should be exercised if the room temperature is warmer than 90ºF (32ºC).
H5i WARNINGS
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The H5i is designed only for use with specific ResMed devices. Do not use the H5i with any other CPAP device.
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Do not operate the H5i if it is not working properly or if any part of the CPAP device or H5i has been dropped or
damaged.
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The H5i should only be used with tubing or accessories recommended by ResMed. Connection of other delivery
tubes or accessories could result in injury, or damage to the device.
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Water must be prevented from entering your CPAP device.
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Do not overfill the water tub as water may enter the device and air tubing.
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Take care when handling your H5i as the water/water tub may be hot. Allow 10 minutes for the heater plate and any
excess water to cool.
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The H5i docking station should only be connected or disconnected when the water tub is empty.
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Make sure that the water tub is empty before transporting the H5i.
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Do not operate the H5i on an aircraft as water may enter the CPAP device and air tubing during turbulence.
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Always place the H5i on a level surface below the level of the user to prevent the mask and tubing from filling with
water.
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The H5i should be used with caution for users who are unable to remove the mask for themselves.
1. During partial (below rated minimum voltage) or total power failure, therapy pressures will not be delivered. When
power is restored, operation will recommence with no change to settings.
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or machine malfunction, remove the mask.
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O. In the unlikely event of certain fault conditions,
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