Where To Place The Device; Connecting The Breathing Circuit - Respironics BiPAP AVAPS User Manual

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NOTE:
The filter cap should be installed with the air inlet opening at the bottom.
See Chapter 9 for information about cleaning or replacing the filters.
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Place the device on its base somewhere within easy reach of where you will use it. Make sure that the air
inlet on the rear of the device is not blocked. Place the device on a hard, flat surface. If you block the air
flow around the device, the device may not work properly.
WARNING:
Position the humidifier so the water level is lower than you, and the humidifier is on the
same level or lower than the device. See the humidifier instructions for complete setup
information.
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To connect your breathing circuit to the device, complete the following steps:
1. Connect one end of the circuit tubing to the outlet of the bacteria filter (if using one) and connect the
inlet of the bacteria filter to the large connector on the device as shown in Figure 5–3.
If you are not using a bacteria filter, connect the end of the circuit tubing directly to the outlet
connector on the device.
NOTE:
Follow the recommendations of your home care provider for using the optional bacteria filter.
2. Connect the tubing to the mask:
A.
If you are using a mask with a built-in exhalation port, connect the mask's connector to the
circuit tubing, as shown in Figure 5–4.

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Figure – Connecting the Tubing to the Outlet
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