Warnings And Cautions; General Warnings; Device Warnings - ResMed S9 VPAP Series Clinical Manual

Warnings and cautions

GENERAL WARNINGS

• Read the entire manual before using these devices.
• Use the device only for their intended use as described in this manual.
• Use the device only as directed by your physician or healthcare provider.
• If you notice any unexplained changes in the performance of this device, if it is making unusual or
harsh sounds, if the device or the power supply are dropped or mishandled, if water is spilled into the
enclosure, or if the enclosure is broken, discontinue use and contact your ResMed Service Center.
• Do not open the S9 VPAP Auto/S9 VPAP ST/S9 VPAP S or H5i. There are no user serviceable parts
inside. Repairs and servicing should only be performed by an authorized ResMed service agent.
• Beware of electrocution. Do not immerse the S9 VPAP Auto/S9 VPAP ST/S9 VPAP S device, H5i
docking station, power supply or power cord in water. Always unplug these devices before cleaning
and make sure they are dry before plugging them back in.
• Do not use bleach, chlorine, alcohol, or aromatic-based solutions, moisturizing or antibacterial soaps
or scented oils to clean the S9 VPAP Auto/S9 VPAP ST/S9 VPAP S, H5i or air tubing. These solutions
may cause damage and reduce the life of these products.
• Follow all precautions when using supplemental oxygen.
• Explosion hazard—do not use in the vicinity of flammable anesthetics.
• Only use the ResMed 90W or 30W power supply unit. Use the 90W power supply unit to power the
S9 system comprising the S9 VPAP Auto/S9 VPAP ST/S9 VPAP S, H5i, ClimateLine or ClimateLine
DC/DC converter and Power Station II battery pack The 30W power supply unit is designed to power
the S9 VPAP Auto/S9 VPAP ST/S9 VPAP S device only and recommended for traveling.
• Make sure the power cord and plug are in good condition and the equipment is not damaged.
• Keep the power cord away from hot surfaces.
• Do not drop or insert any object into any tubing or opening.
• Do not leave long lengths of air tubing around the top of the patient's bed. It could twist around the
patient's head or neck while they are sleeping.
• Advice contained in this manual should not supersede instructions given by the prescribing physician.

DEVICE WARNINGS

• Do not use the S9 VPAP Auto/S9 VPAP ST/S9 VPAP S if there are obvious external defects or
unexplained changes in performance.
• Only ResMed air tubing and accessories should be used with these devices. A different type of air
tubing or accessory may alter the pressure you actually receive, reducing the effectiveness of the
treatment.
• Blocking the air tubing and/or air inlet of the S9 VPAP Auto/S9 VPAP ST/S9 VPAP S while in operation
could lead to overheating of the device.
• If you use the SD card to update the settings on the device and the "Settings updated successfully"
message does not appear, contact the service provider immediately.
• Only ResMed products are designed to be connected to the module connector port. Connecting
other devices could result in injury, or damage to the S9 VPAP Auto/S9 VPAP ST/S9 VPAP S device.
• The S9 VPAP Auto/S9 VPAP ST/S9 VPAP S device should only be used with masks (and connectors
recommended by ResMed, or by a physician or respiratory therapist. A mask should not be used
unless the device is turned on. Once the mask is fitted, ensure that the device is blowing air. The vent
hole or holes associated with the mask should never be blocked.
Explanation: The S9 VPAP Auto/S9 VPAP ST/S9 VPAP S is intended to be used with special masks (or
connectors) which have vent holes to allow continuous flow of air out of the mask. When the device
is turned on and functioning properly, new air from the device flushes the exhaled air out through the
mask vent holes. However, when the device is not operating, 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
bilevel devices.
• In the event of power failure
• The S9 VPAP Auto/S9 VPAP ST/S9 VPAP S device can be set to deliver pressures up to 25 cm H
1 Ports may be incorporated into the mask or in connectors that are near the mask.
2 During partial (below rated maximum voltage) or total power failure, therapy pressures will not be delivered. When
power is restored, operation will recommence with no change to settings.
or machine malfunction, remove the mask.
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