Travel; Introduction - DeVilbiss 9001 Series Instruction Manual

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TRAVEL

This unit is equipped with a universal power supply
capable of accepting line voltages of 100-240V~,
50/60Hz (9000/9001) and 12V (9001 only). No adjust-
ments are required to the AC power connector or the
line fuses to accept this entire range of voltages. If
traveling to another country where the line voltage is
different than the domestic supply voltage, simply
obtain a line cord configured for that particular country
with the appropriate international plug and substitute it
for the standard plug. Operate unit as normal.
To find out which model you have, either look at the
label on the bottom of the unit or look at the outlet
port color Figure 1. Model 9000 has a grey outlet port.
Model 9001 has a black outlet port.
DANGER
Electric shock hazard - Do not use while bathing.
DANGER
Electric shock hazard - Do not place or drop
into water or any other liquid.
NOTE—Your home medical equipment provider has set
your prescription pressure based on the altitude
in your area. Model 9000 needs to be manually
changed for altitude compensation, 9001 has
onboard automatic altitude compensation. If an
adjustment is necessary, be sure to readjust the
pressure upon return.
Set the altitude range on the LCD menu based on the
chart. Model 9000 can be adjusted by pressing the
select key to advance to the altitude setting. The proper
altitude can then be set by pressing the up or down key.
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Outlet Port
Figure 1
Altitude LCD Symbol
0-2500 1
2500-5000 2
5000-7500 3
7500-9000 4
I n t r o d u c t i o n

INTRODUCTION

What is Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)?
Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is a condition where the upper airway relaxes during
sleep causing the airway to obstruct. Apnea is the Latin word meaning "without
breath." People diagnosed with sleep apnea stop breathing repeatedly during sleep,
resulting in extreme exhaustion. High blood pressure, cardiac enlargement, and car-
diac arrhythmias are common, as are shortness of breath and loud snoring. In a 1993
report, the National Commission on Sleep Disorders Research stated that as many as 18
million Americans may have signs and symptoms of sleep apnea.
How does the nasal CPAP system work?
The CPAP instrument provides non-invasive continuous air pressure to your upper air-
way, acting as an air "splint" to keep the airway passages open during sleep. This
reduces and eliminates the obstructive events, allowing uninterrupted sleep. The
DeVilbiss 9000/9001 Series is designed to provide this therapy to you quietly and com-
fortably so that your sleep is restorative and refreshing.
NOTE—This product has been designed for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea,
specifically for use in the adult patient population.
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