BMC REACTHEALTH NUMA User Manual

NUMA Full Face Mask

User Manual

Components of the NUMA Full Face Mask

Forehead pad
Cushion
Headgear
Components of the NUMA Full Face Mask
NUMA Full Face Mask
Thank you for choosing BMC's NUMA Full Face Mask. The mask is designed to
minimize contact with your face, thus ensuring that you feel comfortable during
therapy. This user manual provides you with the information you need for the
correct use of your mask.
The Mask is Not made with natural rubber latex.

Intended Use

The NUMA Full Face Mask channels airflow non-invasively to a patient from a
positive airway pressure device such as a continuous positive airway pressure
(CPAP) or bi-level system.
The NUMA Full Face Mask is:
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To be used by adult patients (> 66 lb / 30 kg) for whom positive airway
pressure therapy has been prescribed.
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Intended for single-patient reuse.
CAUTION: In the US, Federal law restricts the sale of this device to sale by or on
the order of a physician.

Before Using the Mask

WARNINGS

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The vent holes must be kept clear.
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Explanation of Warning: CPAP systems are intended for use with special
masks with connectors which have vent holes that allow a continuous flow of
air out of the mask. When the CPAP machine is on and operating properly, the
fresh air from the CPAP machine flushes the exhaled air out through the
attached mask exhalation port. However, when the CPAP machine is not
operating, the fresh air supplied through the mask is insufficient, and exhaled
air will be re-inhaled. Rebreathing of exhaled air for more than several minutes
may, in some circumstances, lead to suffocation. This warning applies to most
models of CPAP systems.
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At low CPAP pressures, the flow through the exhaled port may be inadequate
to clear all exhaled gas from the tube. Some rebreathing may occur.
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To minimize the risk of vomiting during sleep, the patient should avoid eating
or drinking three hours before using the mask. This mask is not recommended
if the patient is taking a prescription drug that may cause vomiting.
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Do not use the mask without the Non-Rebreathing Valve in place.
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This mask should not be used on patients who are uncooperative,
unresponsive, or unable to remove the mask.
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Follow all precautions when using supplemental oxygen.
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Oxygen flow must be turned off when the PAP Device is in operation, so that
unused oxygen does not accumulate in the PAP Device enclosure and create
Frame assembly
Elbow
Valve
Swivel
Elbow assembly
a fire hazard.
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At a fixed flow rate of supplemental oxygen, the inhaled oxygen concentration
varies, depending on the pressure settings, patient breathing pattern, mask,
point of application and leak rate.
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The technical specifications of the mask are provided for your clinician to
check if it is compatible with the PAP Device. If it is used beyond technical
specifications or used with incompatible devices, the seal and comfort of the
mask may not be effective, and optimum therapy may not be achieved. Leak or
variation in the rate of leak, may affect the function of the PAP device.
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Stop using the NUMA Full Face Mask and consult your physician or sleep
therapist, if you have ANY adverse reaction to the use of the mask.
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Refer to your PAP Device manual for details on settings and operational
information.
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Images shown here are indicative only. If there is inconsistency between the
image and actual product, the actual product shall govern.

Getting the Right Cushion Size

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The following drawing describes the different features of face and the length of
the face (H) you need to measure.
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The masks are available in three different sizes.
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Choose the appropriate size according to the table below.
3.15 ≤ H ≤3.54
H
3.94 < H ≤ 4.53
Getting the Right Cushion Size

Fitting the Mask

Use a standard conical connector if pressure readings and / or supplemental
oxygen are required.
1 2
Pass the upper straps of the Place the mask on the face
headgear through the and extend the upper part
installation holes of the of the headgear to the back
mask and secure them. of the head. Please confirm
Fold the lower straps to that the name on the back
make loops and fasten. of the headgear faces
outward when the headgear
is worn.
4 5
Stretch the upper straps of Repeat the process for the
the headgear as shown in lower headgear as shown in
the figure to secure the the figure to secure the
mask. mask.

Disassembling the Mask

Notes:
1. The elbow assembly cannot be disassembled from the frame assembly.
2. The elbow assembly cannot be disassembled.
3. The valve cannot be disassembled. Or it may cause damage, and its
installation would be difficult.
1 2
Remove the upper straps of Remove the cushion from
the headgear out of the holes the installation groove in
in the mask frame. the mask frame.
H (inch) Size
S
3.54 < H ≤3.94
M
L
3
Pull the lower straps
forward beneath the ears
and insert them into the
fixed hooks on the lower
part of the mask frame.
6
Power on the device and
start ventilation. Connect
the respiratory hose to the
swivel of the mask. Adjust
the mask to ensure a tight
seal.
3
Remove the forehead pad
from the installation groove
in the mask frame.