ResMed VPAP III ST-A Sleep Apnea Machine User Manual


 
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The VPAP III ST-A System
Please refer to the illustrations in section A of the illustration sheet.
Please identify and familiarize yourself with the following components of the
VPAP III ST-A:
VPAP III ST-A front view (A-1)
VPAP III ST-A rear view (A-2)
Power cord (A-3)
Carry bag (A-4)
6’6" air tubing (A-5).
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WARNING
Do not connect any device to the auxiliary port. Although your health
care provider may connect or have you connect specially designed
devices to the auxiliary port of the VPAP III ST-A, connection of other
devices could result in injury, or damage to the unit.
In the home environment, the only device that may be connected to the
communications port is a modem that is locally approved. Locally
approved modems may also be connected in the clinical environment.
In the clinical environment any PC that is used with the VPAP III ST-A
system must be at least 5’ away from, or at least 8’ above the patient. It
must also comply with IEC 60950 or equivalent.
Masks
You will also need a ResMed mask system (supplied separately). For the latest
available masks, see www.resmed.com.
This device requires a specific mask setting; refer to your mask User Guide for
the mask setting you should use.
For information on using your mask, refer to the user guide supplied with your
mask.
Notes:
ResMed VPAP III ST-A has been designed and manufactured to provide
optimum performance using ResMed vented mask systems. While other
vented mask systems may be used, performance and data outputs may be
affected.
Not all masks are available in all regions.
Humidifiers
Please refer to the illustrations in section B of the illustration sheet.
A humidifier may be required if you are experiencing dryness of the nose, throat
or mouth. The VPAP III ST-A is compatible for use with the following humidifiers:
HumidAire 2i™ heated humidifier (B-1)
HumidAire 2iC™ passover humidifier (B-2)