BPAP System User Manual Table of Contents 1. Symbols·············································································· 1 1.1 Control Buttons ····························································· 1 1.2 Device Symbols ····························································· 1 2. Warning, Caution and Important Tip ··········································· 3 3. Intended Use ······································································· 3 4. Contraindications ··································································· 4 5. Specifications ······································································· 5 6.
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BPAP System User Manual 15.1 Connecting to Cellular Network ······································· 27 15.2 Connecting to WiFi Network ··········································· 28 16. Navigating the Patient Menu··················································· 31 16.1 Steps to Navigating the Patient Menu ································ 31 16.1.1 Accessing the Main Interface ································· 31 16.1.2 Bringing up the Initial Setup Interface ······················...
BPAP System User Manual 1. Symbols 1.1 Control Buttons Home Button Start / Stop Button Knob 1.2 Device Symbols Follow Instructions for Use Operating Instructions Type BF Applied Part (mask) Class II (Double Insulated) For indoor use only AC Power DC Power IP22 ≥...
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Disassembly is prohibited Maximum water level European CE Declaration of Conformity Product is intended for use by a single patient only Lot number Non-Ionizing Radiation SD Card WEEE Marking Logo of BMC Medical Co., Ltd. Air Inlet Air Outlet 2 / 57...
Warnings, Cautions, and Important Tips appear throughout this manual as they apply. 3. Intended Use The G3 B20A / B25S / B25A / B25VT / B30VT BPAP System is a Bi-level PAP (Bi-level Positive Airway Pressure) device, which is intended to provide non-invasive ventilation for patients with Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) and Respiratory Insufficiency.
BPAP System User Manual • Do not use the device or accessories in an environment with electromagnetic equipment such as CT scanners, Diathermy, RFID and electromagnetic security systems (metal detectors) as it may cause unacceptable risks to the patient or damage to the device. Some electromagnetic sources may not be apparent, if you notice any unexplained changes in the performance of the device, if it makes unusual or harsh sounds, disconnect the power cord and stop using it.
BPAP System User Manual IMPORTANT TIPS! • An irregular sleep schedule, alcohol consumption, obesity, sleeping pills, or sedatives may aggravate your symptoms. • Please use a mask which meets ISO 17510: 2015. 5. Specifications Device Size Dimensions (L x W x H): 265 mm × 145 mm × 114 mm Weight: 1.7 kg Water capacity: To maximum fill line 360 mL Product Use, Transport and Storage...
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Pressure Range Model Work Mode Pressure Range CPAP: 4.0 ~ 20.0 hPa IPAP: 4.0 ~ 20.0 hPa G3 B20A CPAP, S, AutoS EPAP: 4.0 ~ 20.0 hPa in 0.5 hPa increments G3 B25S CPAP, S CPAP: 4.0 ~ 20.0 hPa IPAP: 4.0 ~...
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When the working pressure is set to the values listed in the table, the average flow rate at the patient end should be greater than 80% of the corresponding flow value in the table. Test of Maximum Flow rate for: G3 B20A Test Pressure...
BPAP System User Manual Wavelengths Red: 663 nanometers Infrared: 890 nanometers Maximal Optical Output Power Less than 1.5 mw maximum average. Air Tubing Air tubing Length Inner diameter Tubing 6 ft. (1.83 m) 19 mm Heated Tubing 6 ft. (1.83 m) 19 mm The Form and the Dimensions of the Patient Connection Port The 22 mm conical air outlet complies with ISO 5356-1.
BPAP System User Manual 7. Glossary Apnea A condition marked by the cessation of spontaneous breathing. AutoCPAP Adjust CPAP pressure automatically to improve patient comfort based on monitoring of sleep events, such as apnea, hypopnea etc. Auto Off When this feature is enabled, the device automatically discontinues therapy whenever the mask is removed.
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BPAP System User Manual iCode A feature designed to give access to compliance and therapy management information. ―iCode‖ consists of six separate codes displayed in the Patient Menu, each code being a sequence of numbers. ―iCode QR‖ and ―iCode QR+‖ display two-dimensional codes. Liters Per Minute.
Maximum Work Model Work Mode Pressure Main Device Optional Accessory (hPa) Main device Tubing (optional), CPAP, S, G3 B20A Mask (optional), (3.5-inch TFT) AutoS Kit (optional), Main device Finger clip Pulse G3 B25S CPAP, S (3.5-inch TFT) Oximeter Sensor (optional),...
• Do not stack the long tubing at the head of the bed, as it may wrap around the head or neck of the patient during sleep. • Do not attach any equipment to the device unless recommended by BMC or your health care provider.
BPAP System User Manual • Please contact BMC for an SD card if needed. IMPORTANT TIPS! • If any of the above parts are missing, contact your home care provider. • Contact your home care provider for additional information on the available accessories of the device.
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BPAP System User Manual Heated Tubing Port Kit Port Air Outlet DC Inlet Filter Cap (Air Inlet) Fig. 10-2 Name Function Air Outlet Deliver pressurized air; connects to the tubing Kit Port Connected to SpO Kit (Not for connection to un-recommended (optional) devices) Heated Tubing Port...
BPAP System User Manual 11. First Time Setup 11.1 Placing the Device Place the device on a firm, flat surface. WARNINGS! • If the device has been dropped or mishandled, if the enclosure is broken, or if water enters the enclosure, disconnect the power cord and discontinue use. Contact your home care provider immediately.
BPAP System User Manual (2) Install the filter cap containing the air filter to the device, as shown in Fig. 11-2. Fig. 11-2 (3) Change the air filter and filter cap to the PM2.5 filter, as shown in Fig. 11-3. PM2.5 Filter Fig.
BPAP System User Manual WARNINGS! • The device is powered on for use when the power cord and power adapter are connected. Use the Knob to turn the blower On / Off. • Using the device at an AC voltage outside the specified range (see Section 5 ―AC Power Consumption‖) may damage the device or cause device failure.
BPAP System User Manual Fig. 11-7 The function of the locker is to prevent the power cord from falling off from the power port. After installation, you must make sure that the power adapter cable is stuck in the slot at the narrow end of the power cord locker.
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BPAP System User Manual If the heated tubing is connected correctly, the line next to the icon will become a number in the Main Interface on the screen of the device, as shown in Fig. 11-10. Fig. 11-10 Turn the Knob to turn the heated tubing on or off and to adjust the heat level according to the instructions in the Patient Menu of the device.
BPAP System User Manual - Use the accompanying tubing and mask provided by BMC. - Do not wear the mask for more than a few minutes while the device is not operating. - Use only masks with vent holes. Do not block or try to seal the vent holes in the exhalation port.
• Be sure to follow your physician’s instructions on adjusting the settings! To order any accessories not included with the device, contact your equipment supplier. • DO NOT connect any ancillary equipment to the device unless recommended by BMC or your physician. If you suffer from chest discomfort, shortness of breath, stomach bloating, or severe headache when using the device, contact your physician or qualified medical personnel immediately.
BPAP System User Manual 12.4 Heating the Water Pay attention to the number next to the icon when using the humidifier. The number indicates the On / Off state of the humidifier. It is off when the number next to the icon is 0. CAUTION! •...
BPAP System User Manual 12.7 Turning the Device Off Take off the mask and headgear, press the Start / Stop Button , and the device will stop delivering air. Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet to turn off the device.
BPAP System User Manual Fig. 13-3 (2) Open the cap, and fill the water chamber with approximately 360 ml of water, as shown in Fig. 13-4. Make sure that the water does not exceed the maximum water level line. Fig. 13-4 WARNING! •...
BPAP System User Manual Fig. 13-6 WARNING! • For safety, the device must be placed on a flat surface below the height of the patient's head when he is lying on a bed, so that the condensation flows back to the water chamber rather than remaining in the tubing which can cause droplet spraying.
BPAP System User Manual Fig. 13-8 WARNING! • Do not touch the heating plate of the device when it is in operation, otherwise you may get burned. Turn off the humidifier when the heated humidifier is not in use. CAUTIONS! •...
BPAP System User Manual 15. Using the Cellular Module and the WiFi kit 15.1 Connecting to Cellular Network (1) Insert the Cellular Module into the device, and turn on the device. The device screen displays the Main Interface shown in Fig. 15-1. Fig.
BPAP System User Manual No signal icon will appear on the screen, if the Cellular Module is connected to the device improperly or if the Module is not working properly. WARNING! • To ensure successful data transmission through the Cellular Module, computers, televisions, radios or similar devices should not be placed near the Cellular Module.
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BPAP System User Manual Fig. 15-6 (3) The ―WiFi‖ setup interface displays a certain number of available WiFi networks in a random order, as shown in Fig. 15-7. If a page turning symbol appears below the WiFi network list, it indicates that when the cursor is on the last WiFi network on that page, the user can turn the Knob to the right to see the remaining WiFi networks, as shown in Fig.
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BPAP System User Manual Fig. 15-9 (4) After the desired WiFi network is found, press the Knob . Turn the Knob select this WiFi network. Press the Knob to access the WiFi password input interface. The password is at least 8 characters in length, and can contain uppercase and lowercase English letters and digits 0 ~...
BPAP System User Manual Fig. 15-12 Fig. 15-13 To switch from one connected WiFi network to another, select the desired new network and enter the correct password to connect to it. If the desired WiFi network is a public network that does not require a password, turn the Knob directly after accessing the password input interface until the cursor stays on the Confirmation Key...
BPAP System User Manual Fig. 16-2 Fig. 16-3 Note: The above interface is only applicable to devices that do not have the modes of SmartC, SmartA or SmartB activated. If SmartC, SmartA or SmartB is enabled, the symbol will appear in the status bar at the top of the screen, as shown in Fig. 16-4. Fig.
BPAP System User Manual Fig. 16-5 Note: The Heated Tubing option can only be adjusted when the device is connected to a Heated Tubing, as shown in Fig. 16-6. Fig. 16-6 16.1.3 Selecting Options As you turn the Knob clockwise, the cursor moves from one option to another. When the cursor is on a certain option, press the Knob , and the color of the option is changed, meaning that the option is now ajustable, as shown in Fig.
BPAP System User Manual Fig. 16-8 16.1.5 Confirming Adjustments Press the Knob to confirm your adjustment of a particular option. The option is then displayed in white, as shown in Fig. 16-9. Fig. 16-9 16.1.6 Turning Pages When the cursor is on Work screen saver, the last option shown in Fig. 16-9, the remaining options will appear on a new page if you continue to turn the Knob clockwise, as shown in Fig.
BPAP System User Manual 16.2 Options in the Patient Menu and Corresponding Descriptions Option Range Description There are six humidity levels available. As the Off, Auto, Humidifier number increases, the humidity rises accordingly. 1 ~ 5 ―Off‖ means the humidifier is turned off. Set humidifier to preheat by adjusting this option.
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Mask Type Nasal; Nasal Pillows (nasal pillow mask). When selecting masks Pillows; Other other than the above three types of BMC masks, the patient can set the mask type as Other. Test whether the mask is worn correctly,the screen Mask Fititing...
BPAP System User Manual 17. Alarm This chapter describes the alarms of the device and the proper responses the operators should make to different alarms. After the device is running, disconnect its power supply by unplugging the power cord, an audible alarm will sound like ―beep beep beep, beep-beep, beep beep beep, beep-beep‖, which means that the alarming system of the device works normally.
BPAP System User Manual Measured A-weighted sound Alarm sound pressure level averaged Remarks Condition pressure level over the measurement (dB) surface (dB) High priority 52.2 38.5 Maximum volume Median priority 51.8 39.6 Maximum volume Low priority 51.8 37.2 Maximum volume 17.4 Alarming Silence When the device sounds an alarm, press the home button and it will become silent for...
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BPAP System User Manual When the airflow is on, an audible alarm will sound if the airway pressure is below the alarm limit; the screen will display ―Low Pressure!!‖. Note: The limens for different models: Off,3 ~ 24 hPa applies to G3 B25VT, in Middle Function Low Pressure!!
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BPAP System User Manual When the airflow is on, an audible alarm will sound if the respiratory rate exceeds the alarm limit; the screen will display High RR!! ―High RR!!‖. (only applies to Middle Function Setting range: Off, the setting value of B25VT, Priority Alarm...
BPAP System User Manual 17.6 Reposition of Alarming After the alarm faults are cleared, the residual alarm messages still remain (alarm messages are shown on the top of the screen without any visual and auditory alarm). Turn the Knob leftwards or rightwards to reduce the residual alarm messages. 17.7 Alarm Journal The alarm journal is designed to record the latest 6 alarm messages.
BPAP System User Manual Low minute ventilation alarm test (1) Connect the device to the simulated lung. (2) Observe the value of minute ventilation displayed on the screen. (3) Make the alarm value of the minute ventilation larger than the displayed value, and then verify whether the alarm of low minute ventilation occurs.
BPAP System User Manual (176°F). High temperatures could reduce product life. • Do not immerse the device in any fluids. 18.1 Cleaning the Mask and Headgear For details, refer to the cleaning instructions in the user manual for the mask. 18.2 Cleaning the For details, refer to the cleaning instructions in the user manual for the SpO Kit.
BPAP System User Manual Transfer Box Fig. 18-2 (2) Cleaning the Transfer Box: Rinse the transfer box throughly in clean water. You may also clean the transfer box with a soft cloth which will not scratch it (dip the soft cloth in liquid soap if necessary).
BPAP System User Manual 18.7 Replacing the Air Filter / PM2.5 Filter (1) Attach the air filter to the filter cap, as shown in Fig. 18-4. Air Filter Filter Cap Fig. 18-4 (2) Install the filter cap containing the air filter to the device, as shown in Fig. 18-5. Fig.
• If you use ozone or other cleaning and disinfection methods that are not recommended by BMC, BMC will not be able to verify the safety or performance of the equipment. CAUTIONS! • Disinfectants tend to damage the materials and reduce the life of components. Try to select the appropriate disinfectant, and follow the disinfectant manufacturer's instructions and recommendations.
BPAP System User Manual 19. Traveling with the Device (1) Use the BMC carrying case to carry the device and accessories along with you. Do not put them in your checked baggage. (2) The device operates on power supplies of 100 - 240 V and 50 / 60 Hz, and is suitable for use in any country in the world.
22. Technical Support Please contact BMC directly if you need the circuit diagram of the device and the list of components for certain purposes such as maintenance or connection to other equipment. BMC will provide the circuit diagram and / or other technical documents in whole or in part according to your needs.
BPAP System User Manual 24. Troubleshooting The table below lists common problems you may encounter with the device and possible solutions to resolve them. If none of the corrective actions solve the problem, please contact your home care provider. 24.1 Common Problems in Patients and Corresponding Solutions Problem Possible Cause...
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BPAP System User Manual Problem Possible Cause Solution (s) Contract your equipment supplier Wrong mask size. for a correct-size mask. Contact your physician equipment supplier. Facial reddening The patient is allergic to the Use a mask which is not made of materials of the mask.
BPAP System User Manual 24.2 Common Problems in the Device and Corresponding Solutions Problem Possible Cause Solution (s) Take a few deep breaths with the The Auto On / Off feature is mask on, and the device will start enabled. automatically.
BPAP System User Manual 25. EMC Requirements Guidance and manufacturer's declaration - electromagnetic emissions The device is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The user of the device should ensure that it is used in such an environment. Electromagnetic Environment - Emissions Test Compliance...
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BPAP System User Manual Guidance and manufacturer's declaration - electromagnetic immunity The device is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The user of the device should make sure that it is used in such an environment. IEC 60601 Compliance Electromagnetic Immunity Test...
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BPAP System User Manual Guidance and manufacturer's declaration - electromagnetic immunity The device is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The user of the device should make sure that it is used in such an environment. Immunity IEC 60601 Compliance Electromagnetic Environment -...
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BPAP System User Manual Recommended separation distances between portable and mobile RF communications equipment and the device The device is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances are controlled. The customer or the user of the device can help prevent electromagnetic interference by maintaining a minimum distance between portable and mobile RF communications equipment (transmitters) and the device as recommended below, according to the maximum output power of the communications equipment.
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BPAP System User Manual Recommended separation distances between wireless communications equipment The device is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances are controlled. The customer or the user of the device can help prevent electromagnetic interference by maintaining a minimum distance between RF wireless communications equipment and the device as recommended below, according to the maximum output power of the communications equipment.
(1) year for main device and three (3) months for all accessories from the date of sale by BMC Medical Co., Ltd. to the dealer. If the product fails to perform in accordance with the product specifications, BMC Medical Co., Ltd. will repair or replace, at its option, the defective material or part.
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