iDisc CPAP Systems User Manual
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The Patient can safely use therapy functions of the equipment and this equipment
shall not be serviced or maintained while in use with the patient.
⚫Please first check the breathing tube is connected correctly and laid out carefully so
it does not pose as a strangulation risk.
⚫Do not pull or stretch the tubing. This could result in circuit leaks.
⚫If the device is used by multiple persons (such as rental devices), a low-resistance,
main flow bacteria filter should be installed in-line between the device and the
circuit tubing to prevent contamination.
⚫Allow the humidifier heater plate and water to cool down for approximately 15
minutes before removing the water tank. A burn may result from: touching the
heater plate, coming in contact with the heated water, or touching the tank pan.
⚫Do not strike the battery pack with a hammer, step on the battery pack or otherwise
subject it to strong impacts or shocks.
⚫Do not expose the battery pack to water or allow the battery pack to get wet.
⚫Do not place the battery pack on or near fires, stoves or other high-temperature
locations.
⚫Only charge the battery pack with the power adapter supplied by Resvent.
CAUTION:
⚫Medical electrical equipment needs special precautions regarding EMC and needs
to be installed according to EMC information, Contact your home care provider
regarding EMC installation information.
⚫Mobile RF communications equipment can affect medical electrical equipment.
⚫Pins of connectors marked with the ESD warning symbol shall not be touched and
connections shall not be made without special precautions. Precautionary
procedures include methods to prevent build-up of electrostatic charge (e.g., air
conditioning, humidification, conductive floor coverings, non-synthetic clothing),
discharging one’s body to the frame of the equipment or system or to earth. It is
recommended that all individuals that will handle this device understand these
precautionary procedures at a minimum as part of their training.
⚫Condensation may damage the device. If this device has been exposed to either
very hot or very cold temperatures, allow it to adjust to room temperature (operating
temperature) before starting therapy. Do not operate the device outside of the
operating temperature range shown in the Specifications.
⚫Do not use extension cords with this device.
⚫Make sure the filter area on the side of the device is not blocked by bedding,
curtains, or other items. Air must flow freely around the device for the system to
work properly.
⚫Make sure the gas intake port on the side of the device is not blocked by bedding,
curtains, or other items. Air must flow freely around the device for the system to
work properly.
⚫Do not place the device directly onto carpet, fabric, or other flammable materials.
⚫Do not place the device in or on any container that can collect or hold water.
⚫A properly installed, undamaged filter is required for proper operation.
⚫Tobacco smoke may cause tar build-up within the device, which may result in the
device malfunctioning.
⚫Dirty inlet filters may cause high operating temperatures that may affect device
performance. Regularly examine the inlet filters as needed for integrity and
cleanliness.
