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  • Page 1 HOFFRICHTER VECTOR CPAP User´s Manual...
  • Page 2 SERIAL NUMBER HOFFRICHTER GmbH delivers all its systems with a serial number in order to ensure traceability. The serial number is indicated on the type label on the rear of the system. Please always specify the serial number in inquiries and complaints.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Legends of Symbols Safety Instructions Intended Use Contraindications Technical Description Notes prior to first use Components of the Device Accessories Use of the Device Use of Oxygen Clean and Change of the Filter Alarm Functions Functions of the Device Troubleshooting Display Messages Maintenance...

  • Page 4: Legends Of Symbols

    LEGENDS OF SYMBOLS Observe the accompanying documentation Applied part type BF Electric safety class II (with protective insulation) Observe the Operating Instructions Manufacturer CE Declaration of Conformity Do not dispose of the device with normal domestic waste. For information on the proper disposal of the device, please contact your responsible customer service.

  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ATTENTION! HOFFRICHTER GmbH is not liable for any damage Before using your respiratory therapy device for the and consequential damage nor for any effects on first time, please thoroughly read these Operating the safety, reliability and performance of the devi- Instructions.
  • Page 6 In order to prevent potential hazards, please fol- • Immediately see your physician if, while using low the instructions below: the device, you develop one or more of the following symptoms: dryness of the mucous • Exclusively use the device for your own membranes in nose and throat, frontal sinus therapy, which must have been prescribed by complaints, earache, a running nose,...
  • Page 7 To maintain electrical safety, please observe the STANDBY-MODE following instructions: The device is in the standby mode as long as the • Do not put the device into operation if its turbine is turned off. The standby mode is indicated housing and/or cables are damaged.

  • Page 8: Intended Use

    INTENDED USE is intended for treating VECTOR et CPAP obstructive sleep apnea in patients with a weight of 30 kg and higher. The device generates a continuous positive airway pressure in order to keep the upper respiratory tract unobstructed. The device is not suitable for being used with patients who need artificial respiration.

  • Page 9: Contraindications

    CONTRAINDICATIONS Respiratory therapy may be contraindicated in patients with the following preexisting diseases: • Bullous lung diseases • Pneumothorax • Very low blood pressure • Air accumulation after open craniocerebral trauma or other head injuries In case of an inflammation of the paranasal sinuses or the middle ear, it might be indicated to stop the therapy.

  • Page 10: Technical Description

    TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION The device contains a built-in microcontroller which controls all of its functions. is a therapy device for trea- A quartz alarm clock further adds to the comfort VECTOR et CPAP ting obstructive sleep apnea. when using the device. Further comfort functions include a soft start ramp, the automatic start-stop In addition to the conventional CPAP-mode, the function and the adjustable display brightness.

  • Page 11: Notes Prior To First Use

    NOTES PRIOR TO FIRST USE Please strictly observe the following setup instructions: Never turn the device on if you kept it in a very cold environment. Wait for approx. 1 hour until its • Do not place the device in the vicinity of a temperature compensation is completed.

  • Page 12: Components Of The Device

    COMPONENTS OF THE DEVICE FRONT VIEW Program Keys Filter cassette Display Heater LED Info Key Heater Key Release button for accessories Measurinng tube connection Air outlet 10 Contact socket for humidifier 11. Control Key (ON/OFF button) VECTOR et CPAP...
  • Page 13 REAR VIEW 12 Power connection 13 RS232 interface 14 Type identification plate VECTOR et CPAP...

  • Page 14: Accessories

    ACCESSORIES Carrier bag Air Filter Cassette Car Cabel Power Supply Unit Power cord Measuring Tube Stoppers Breathing Mask There are various mask systems available Therapy Tube y Tube Exhalation valve (Length 1,80 m) ,80 m) VECTOR et CPAP...
  • Page 15 SCOPE OF DELIVERY OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Art.-No.: Art.-No.: 0000 2045 0000 2015 VECTOR et CPAP AquaDROP et User´s manual 5000 0036 Car cabel 0000 9212 Power supply 0000 2020 12 V to 24 V converter 0000 7133 Power supply cable 3110 0015...

  • Page 16: Use Of The Device

    USE OF THE DEVICE 8. Breathe deeply and calmly only through your nose. If you have activated the soft start 1. After having set up the device properly, connect function, the device initially reduces the the power supply unit to the device and, using pressure after completion of the mask test and the supplied power cord, to a grounded outlet.

  • Page 17: Use Of Oxygen

    USE OF OXYGEN ATTENTION! Oxygen promotes combustion processes. If you also have to inhale oxygen during your CPAP For that reason, please observe the valid fire therapy, please be absolutely sure to follow the protection regulations for the use of oxygen. instructions from the manufacturer or the dealer Keep oxygen fittings free from fat, do not smoke, delivering the oxygen to you.

  • Page 18: Clean And Change Of The Filter

    Patient menu (page 24). CHANGE OF THE FILTER NOTE: If the filter is polluted or the display shows the Never operate the device without filter cassette. HOFFRICHTER message “change filter” the filter cassette must be Only and exclusively use original filter changed.
  • Page 19 CLEANING THE DEVICE For reasons of hygiene the device must be cleaned on a weekly basis: 1. Disconnect the power plug 2. Wipe the device with a cloth slightly moistened with soapy water. Then use a dry cloth to wipe the device dry You do not have to disinfect the device or parts of the device chemically or thermally.

  • Page 20: Alarm Functions

    ALARM FUNCTIONS MASK ALARM POWER FAILURE This alarm function is activated only if the automatic function is turned off. If the mask has slipped off If a power faiure at night would go unnoticed as a your face or if the tubing is pulled off the device, result the patient would breathe used air from the the device is not turned off automatically, but emits therapy tubing all night.
  • Page 21 PRESSURE ALARM If during the therapy a hardware error occurs or the pressure becomes too high (e.g. due to a bent measuring tube) the decive will generate an alarm sound and turn off the turbine. The alarm is turned off by pushing the operating button and the therapy can be continued after solving the error.

  • Page 22: Functions Of The Device

    FUNCTIONS OF THE DEVICE The device has three different menus: You can program the functions of the device with 1. Info Menu: the following three keys: In this menu the set parameters can be displayed. = enter key = programming key 2.
  • Page 23 3. Ramp 6. Pressure Shows the remaining time of the soft start ramp Shows the selected therapy pressure CPAP CPAP CPAP 4. P-Ramp 7. FLEX-Level Shows the ramp start pressure Shows the selected FLEX level (only if the FLEX-mode is activated) CPAP CPAP 5.
  • Page 24 PATIENT MENU After leaving the menu the alarm clock can be activated and deactivated with the help of the Press and hold the enter key (at least 1 second) to buttons. Press to activate the move to the programming mode. The Patient menu alarm function.
  • Page 25 To reset the filter counter, go to the Patient In particular if you are not yet used to the respi- menu (press the button for approx. 1 ration therapy the soft start can help you get second), then select »Reset filter« with the accustomed to the device and fall asleep easily.
  • Page 26 4. Mask test To set the mask test, first go to the Patient This parameter determines the time when the menu (press the button for approx. 1 device performs a mask test. Put on the mask second), then select »Mask test« with the and start the device.
  • Page 27 5. Automatic mode If you want to end the therapy simply take off This parameter determines if the device starts the mask. After 5 seconds the device will the therapy automatically as soon as you put switch off automatically. on the mask. In the automatic mode, the device is turned off if the mask or the tubing slip off unnoticed CPAP...
  • Page 28 6. Brightness 7. Date In this menu item you can set the brightness of Use this menu item to set the date. the display. CPAP CPAP To do so go to the Patient menu (hold down To do so go to the Patient menu (hold down button for approx.
  • Page 29 CLINIC MENU 8. Time Use this menu item to set the time. In addition to the parameters in the Patient menu, CPAP in the Clinic menu parameters relevant for the therapy can be set. This menu is used only by health and service professionals.
  • Page 30 2. P-Unit 3.2 Filter The device can show the pressure in the The counter indicates the operating hours of pressure units hectopascal (hPa), millibar the filter since the last reset. (mbar), and und centimeters of water (cmH CPAP CPAP 3.3 Therapy For changing the pressure unit go to the Clinic The counter indicates the operating time with menu (hold down the...
  • Page 31 4. Mode After entering the last digit of the PIN you can The device can be operated in the CPAP-mode switch between the CPAP- and FLEX-mode by and in the FLEX-mode. The FLEXLINE mode is pressing the button. Leave the menu once a comfort mode of the CPAP therapy.
  • Page 32 6. FLEX-Level (The FLEX level is shown only For changing the FLEX level go to the Clinic if the FLEX-mode is activated.) menu (hold down the button for approx. 1 second). Then select »FLEX-Level« by pressing CPAP the buttons . Press the button.
  • Page 33 MENU OVERVIEW Info-Menu Patient-Menu Clinic-Menu Therapy Wake Time Mode Filter Reset Filter Pressure Ramp Ramp FLEX-Level P-Ramp Mask Test Ramp P-Ramp Automatic Mode Mask Test Pressure Brightness Automatic FLEX-Level Date Time Brightness Language P-Unit Turbine Filter Therapy Standby Reset Filter Date Time Wake Time...

  • Page 34: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Course Remedy Pain in nose, Inflammation Stop therapy and contact your paranasal sinuses or ears physician Unpleasant feeling of too high Unwellness with prescribed If you think there is a mistake, pressure high pressure values consult a physician. Pressure tolerance not comple- Relax, use or alter the soft start tely acquired yet...
  • Page 35 Problem Possible Course Remedy Blower constantly at maximum Measuring tube not connected Check the measuring tube speed or clogged Device leaky Return the device to the service to have it checked. Water in the measuring tube Remove the water Therapy pressure not steady Water in the measuring tube Remove the water Device defective...

  • Page 36: Display Messages

    CPAP DISPLAY MESSAGES The sections below describe the most important display messages. All further messages will be There will be 1 min and 18 sec left until the alarm clear from their context. clock will waken you again. CPAP CPAP You have 45 sec left for seating the mask properly.
  • Page 37 CPAP CPAP The therapy pressure is too high and the turbine The PIN you have entered is wrong. Please enter switches off. the correct PIN. CPAP CPAP There was an attempt to turn off the device manu- There has been an error during the system start ally while the automatic function was activated.

  • Page 38: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE Proceed according to the following check list: Although all parts of the device have a very long • Visually check whether the device is damaged service life, the device should be maintenanced and/or dirty on its outside from time to time. The device should be maintenanced when the •...

  • Page 39: Technial Data

    TECHNICAL DATA Dimensions (W x D x H) 230 x 212 x 107 mm Weight ca. 2,0 kg Power supply 100 V~ ... 240 V~, 50 ... 60 Hz, 24 V DC / 2,1 A Pressure range 4 … 20 hPa (mbar) Max.
  • Page 40 MANUFACTURER HOFFRICHTER GmbH Mettenheimer Str. 12/14 D-19061 Schwerin Germany Telefon: +49-385-39925-0 Fax: +49-385-39925-25 www.hoffrichter.de info@hoffrichter.de VECTOR et-eng-0108-02...

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