Weston ApneaLink Instructions

APNEALINK INSTRUCTIONS
The ApneaLink is a medical device that records your breathing and blood oxygen levels during the night.
Please read these instructions carefully.
Please note:
1) Don't turn on the device until you are ready to test.
2) Do go through your regular evening and bedtime routines to ensure you get a normal night's sleep.
3) Do wear the ApneaLink over pajamas or nightshirts to avoid any discomfort from the belt.
1. Examine the contents of the device
The device should be ready to use when you receive it. The contents should include:
A. The ApneaLink Air recorder (1), a dark blue effort sensor (2), and a grey belt clip (4) attached to a black
elastic Velcro belt (3)
B. A finger oxygen sensor (7) connected to grey belt clip (4)
C. A new clear plastic nose tube (8)
D. 4 AAA batteries (2 sets of 2 batteries)
2. Open the back of the ApneaLink Air recorder and put 2 AAA batteries inside. The + charge of the
battery on the top should face to the right, and the + charge of the battery on the bottom should face to the left.
3. Wrap black elastic belt around chest
Stand in front of a mirror. With the ApneaLink device in front, slip the belt over your head. If the belt doesn't slip
over your head and shoulders, loosen the Velcro on the left side. Position the black elastic belt around your
chest and over sleepwear, as shown. Re-fasten Velcro so that the belt is snug but not uncomfortable over your
chest.
4. Apply clear plastic nose tube
A. With prongs pointing towards your face, insert nose tube with one prong in each nostril, as shown. Ensure
that the ends point towards your face in a slightly downward direction (figure 1 below).
B. Wrap clear plastic tubing so that it goes behind your ears and down your neck. Do not wrap the tubing
around the back of your head (figure 2).
C. Adjust slider so that the loop fits securely and comfortably under your chin (figure 3).
Please note:
1) The elastic belt should not be twisted.
2) The belt is secure enough if the recorder and effort sensor stay in place
while you are standing.
3) The belt should be positioned right below the armpits. For women, the
belt should be worn above the breasts.