Function Check; Intervals; Function Check Of Therapy Device; Function Check Of Respiratory Air Humidifier - Weinmann homecare SOMNOvent auto-S Description Of Device And Instructions For Use

7. Function check

7.1 Intervals

Perform a function check on both the therapy device and on SOMNOclick 300 at least every
6 months.
Warning!
If you find faults during the function check, you may not use the devices again until
the faults have been eliminated.

7.2 Function check of therapy device

1. Assemble the therapy device with breathing tube, exhalation system, breathing mask and
power cord so that it is functional.
2. In the Patient menu, set mask test pressure to 12 hPa (see "5.4 Mask test" on Page 24).
3. Switch on the therapy device.
The fan pumps air through the breathing tube to the breathing mask. Current pressure
is shown in the display in hPa.
4. Close the opening on the breathing mask, with a knee or hand, for example.
As long as the mask test is active (approx. 30 seconds), the display must show a pressure
of 12.0 hPa.
5. Switch off the therapy device.
Caution!
If the values/functions quoted here are not met, send the therapy device to the
manufacturer, Weinmann, or to an authorized specialist dealer for repair.

7.3 Function check of respiratory air humidifier

Follow the relevant instructions for use.
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