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Page 1 Transcend Heated Humidifier User guide Notices Revised Transcend Heated Humidifier User Guide 103404 Rev A Published April 15, 2013 and supersedes all previous versions. Notice The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice. ®...
Contraindications ....................4 General Warnings ....................4 Symbols ......................6 Transcend Heated Humidifier components……………………………………....... 7 Using the Transcend Heated Humidifier ............8 Setting up your Humidifier ................... 8 Filling the water reservoir ..................8 Powering the Humidifier ..................9 Starting therapy ....................9 Ending therapy.
The Humidifier is for use only as recommended by a physician. Contraindications Please refer to the Transcend User Manual provided with your PAP device for contraindications associated with positive airway pressure therapy. General warnings...
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Transcend Heated Humidifier User guide Page 4 Do not use the Humidifier in the presence of flammable or explosive materials. Medical electrical equipment including this device require special precautions regarding electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and needs to be installed, placed, and used according to EMC information.
Page 5 Transcend Heated Humidifier User guide Symbols Attention: consult accompanying documents Type BF Applied Part ETL Classified ETL Seal of Approval demonstrating quality, safety and professional manufacturing of medical product Upper and lower temperature limits Separate collection for electrical and electronic equipment per EC Directive 2002/96/EC.
Page 7 Transcend Heated Humidifier User guide Using the Transcend Heated Humidifier Please follow the sections below to set up, use, and clean your Humidifier. Setting up your Humidifier Place the Humidifier on a firm, level surface near your bed. It is recommended that the Humidifier not be placed on a surface that could be damaged by water.
1. Connect one end of the air supply tubing onto the air outlet of the Humidifier. Connect the other end of the tubing to your mask (Image 5). Note: Standard six foot air tubing is supplied with the Transcend Sleep Apnea...
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Humidifier port. You will hear an audible click and feel it lock into place when the PAP device is seated correctly. 3. Power the Transcend PAP device as described in the Transcend Sleep Apnea System User Manual. The PAP device may be powered via wall (main) power, Transcend battery, or Transcend Mobile Power Adaptor as appropriate.
Ending therapy 1. To stop therapy at any time, press the power button on the Transcend PAP device (Image 9). Note: It may take up to 60 seconds for the middle green LED to turn off.
Page 11 Transcend Heated Humidifier User guide Cleaning and maintenance 1. Unplug the Humidifier from the wall outlet and allow it to cool to the touch. 2. Remove the PAP device by pulling it rearward and sliding it out of the guide slots of the Humidifier (Image 10).
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Warning: To avoid the potential for electric shock unplug the Humidifier from the Image 12 power source and remove the Transcend PAP device before cleaning the humidifier. Allow the Humidifier to dry completely before plugging it back into a power source.
Page 13 Transcend Heated Humidifier User guide Reassembling the water reservoir 1. Reassemble the Reservoir cover by aligning the front tab into the Water Reservoir base (Image 14). 2. Guide the cover over the reservoir base. The tabs at the back of the base will flex outward until an audible snap is heard (Image 15).
Transcend Heated Humidifier User guide Page 14 Servicing No further maintenance is required. Do not open the Humidifier Body. There are no serviceable parts inside. Repairs and servicing should only be performed by a service agent authorized by the manufacturer.
>75 20 cm H2O >65 Maximum Gas Temperature: 77°F (25°C) Sound power level 37.0 dB (Transcend), 36.7 dB (Transcend EZEX, Transcend (@10 cmH O pressure, static) Auto) Sound pressure level 29.0 dB (Transcend), 28.7 dB (Transcend EZEX, Transcend (@10 cmH...
Transcend Heated Humidifier User guide Page 16 Troubleshooting Problem Probable Solution Cause Humidifier does not Incorrect setup 1. Ensure that you have the fully seated the PAP turn on device into the Heated Humidifier and that you have pressed the PAP power button.
If the problem continues contact your home medical equipment provider or Somnetics customer service at 1-877-621-9626. Electromagnetic emissions The Transcend Heated Humidifier is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. Ensure the Heated Humidifier is used in such an environment. Emissions test Compliance Electromagnetic environment –...
Transcend Heated Humidifier User guide Page 18 IEC 61000-3-3 Electromagnetic immunity The Transcend Heated Humidifier is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. Ensure the Heated Humidifier is used in such an environment. Immunity IEC 60601 test Compliance Electromagnetic environment –...
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Page 19 Transcend Heated Humidifier User guide Immunity IEC 60601 test Compliance Electromagnetic environment – test level guidance Voltage dips, <5% U (>95% <5% U (>95% dip Line power quality should be that of a short typical commercial or hospital...
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Transcend Heated Humidifier User guide Page 20 Immunity IEC 60601 test Compliance Electromagnetic environment – test level guidance Radiated RF 3 V/m 10 V/m (compliance Recommended separation distance: level adjusted to IEC 61000-4-3 80 MHz to 2.5 d = 0.35...
Somnetics warrants the Transcend Heated Humidifier to be free of defects in materials and workmanship and will perform in accordance with the product specifications for a period of 2 years from the date of sales by Somnetics to the dealer.
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Transcend Heated Humidifier User guide Page 22 Somnetics International, Inc. 33 5th Avenue NW, Suite 500 New Brighton, Minnesota 55112 USA http://www.mytranscend.com/ Phone: 651.621.1800 Toll-free: 877.621.9626 Fax: 651.204.0064 Transcend Heated Humidifier User Guide 103404 Rev A...
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