Connecting The Breathing Circuit - Respironics BiPAP S/T User Manual

5.3 Connecting the Breathing Circuit

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.
Figure 5–3 Connecting the Tubing to the Outlet
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.
Figure 5–4 Connecting a Mask with a Built-In Exhalation Port
Circuit
Tubing
Bacteria
Filter
(Optional)
Exhalation Port
Mask's
Connector
Flexible
Tubing
Connector
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