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VPAP III ST-A
User Manual
English
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Front Cover.qxd 9/11/2005 10:31 AM Page 2 248139/3 05 11 VPAP III ST-A USER ROW ENG Global leaders in sleep and respiratory medicine www.resmed.com
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248139 illos.qxd 9/11/2005 10:33 AM Page 1 HUMIDIFIERS SETTING UP THE VPAP III ST-A HUMIDAIRE 2i AND VPAP III ST-A B E D ™ VPAP III ST-A Component of 248139/3 Illustrations 1 SYSTEM COMPONENTS Docking A ™ ™ HumidAire 2i HumidAire 2iC station 12 Handle Water chamber LCD screen Control panel Removable Air outlet front cover 1 2 HUMIDAIRE 2iC AND VPAP III ST-A F ™ ResMed Passover HumidAire 3 4 Air filter cover Power switch Serial communications Power sockets port (9-pin) Auxiliary port (15-pin)
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248139 illos.qxd 9/11/2005 10:33 AM Page 2 USING A HUMIDAIRE HUMIDIFIER USING A PASSOVER HUMIDIFIER REPLACING THE AIR FILTER G H I (52 cm) (52 cm) 1 12 (2 m/3 m) 12 (2 m/3 m) 2 4 3 4 3 3 © 2005 ResMed Ltd. © 2005 ResMed Ltd. © 2005 ResMed Ltd.
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™ VPAP III ST-A User Manual English 248139/3 05 11
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Manufactured by: ResMed Ltd 1 Elizabeth MacArthur Drive Bella Vista NSW 2153 Australia Tel: +61 (2) 8884 1000 or 1 800 658 189 (toll free) Fax: +61 (2) 8883 3114 Email: reception@resmed.com.au Distributed by: ResMed Corp 14040 Danielson Street Poway CA 92064-6857 USA Tel: +1 (858) 746-2400 or 1-800-424-0737 (toll free) Fax: +1 (858) 746-2900 Email: reception@resmed.com ResMed (UK) Limited 65 Milton Park Abingdon Oxfordshire OX14 4RX UK Tel: +44 (1235) 862 997 Fax: +44 (1235) 831 336 Email:
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Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 User/Owner Responsibility 1 Medical Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 What the VPAP III ST-A is Intended for 1 Contraindications 1 Warnings 2 Cautions 2 Adverse Effects 3 The VPAP III ST-A System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Masks 5 Humidifiers 6 Accessories 6 Setting
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System Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 iv
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Introduction The VPAP™ III ST-A is a bilevel pressure support ventilator specifically designed for non-invasive mask ventilation. This user manual contains the information you need for the correct use of your VPAP III ST-A. User/Owner Responsibility The user or owner of this system shall have sole responsibility and liability for any injury to persons or damage to property resulting from: • operation which is not in accordance with the operating instructions supplied • maintenance or modifi
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• hypotension or significant intravascular volume depletion • pneumothorax or pneumomediastinum • recent cranial trauma or surgery. Warnings • The entire manual should be read before using the VPAP III ST-A. • Advice contained in this manual should not supersede instructions given by the prescribing physician. • The VPAP III ST-A should be used with masks and accessories recommended by ResMed or the prescribing physician. Use of incorrect masks and accessories may adversely affect the functio
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Adverse Effects You should report unusual chest pain, severe headache or increased breathlessness to your physician. An acute upper respiratory tract infection may require temporary discontinuation of treatment. The following side effects may arise during the course of therapy with the VPAP III ST-A: • drying of the nose, mouth or throat • bloating • ear or sinus discomfort • eye irritation • mask-related skin irritations • chest discomfort. Medical Information 3
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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) • 2 m air tubing (A-5). WARNING ! • Do not connect any device to the auxiliary port. Although your health care provider may connect specially designed devices to the auxiliary port of the VPAP III ST-A,
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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 f
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Setting up the VPAP III ST-A System Please refer to the illustrations in section D of the illustration sheet. Setting up the VPAP III ST-A 1 Place the VPAP III ST-A on a flat surface near the head of your bed. If the device is placed on the floor, ensure that the area is free from dust and clear of bedding, clothes or any other objects that could block the air inlet. CAUTION ! Be careful not to place the device where it can be bumped or where someone is likely to trip over the power cord. Con
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WARNING ! • Make sure the power cord and plug are in good condition and the equipment is not damaged. • The air filter cover protects the device in the event of accidental liquid spillage onto the device. Ensure that the air filter and air filter cover are fitted at all times. Connect one end of the air tubing firmly onto the air outlet of the VPAP III ST-A 3 (D-2). WARNING ! Only ResMed air tubing should be used with your flow generator. A different type of air tubing may alter the pressu
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To set up the VPAP III ST-A with the HumidAire: 1. Fill the HumidAire with water as described in the humidifier manual. 2. Place the filled water chamber inside the HumidAire. Connect the medium (52 cm) air tubing to the right connector port, and the long air tubing (2 m or 3 m) to the left connector port on the humidifier (G-1). Close the HumidAire lid. 3. Place the VPAP III ST-A on top of the HumidAire (G-2). Do not place the VPAP III ST-A underneath the humidifier. (This is to avoid water
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WARNING ! Make sure that the power cord and plug are in good condition and the equipment is not damaged. 7. Navigate to the humidifier setting (if available) in the VPAP III ST-A menu and select "PASSOVER". See “How to Use the Detailed Menu (if enabled by your clinician)” on page 20. The VPAP III ST-A is now ready for use with the ResMed Passover. To start treatment, see “Starting Treatment” on page 13. Using the LCD Screen and Keypad The control panel of the VPAP III ST-A includes an LCD s
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Keypad Keys The VPAP III ST-A keypad has the following keys: Key Function Start/Stop • Starts or stops treatment. • Extended hold for at least three seconds starts the Mask-Fitting feature. Up/Down • Allows you to scroll through the VPAP III ST-A menus, submenus and setting options. Left (green) • Performs the function indicated by the guiding text displayed above it on the LCD screen. Guiding text includes menu, enter, change and apply. • Performs the function indicated by the guiding text
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