ResMed AirSense 10 AutoSet CPAP Machine With Humid Air User Guide

ResMed AirSense 10 AutoSet CPAP Machine With Humid Air

This Air10 device is not equipped with a wireless module. This addendum replaces content found in the User Guide. Clinical Guide and Quick Start Guide for the following devices:

• AirSense 10 AutoSet
• AirCurve 10 VAuto / ASV /ST/ ST-A

User guide
The following information replaces content found in the User Guide.

About the control panel

The following icons are not applicable to your device.

Therapy data
Your device records your therapy data for you and your care provider so they can view and make changes to your therapy if required. The data is recorded and then transferred to your care provider via an SD card.

Data transmission
Wireless data transmission is not available for your device. To transfer your therapy data to your care provider, see the SD card section of the User Guide.

Travelling by plane
When using the device on a plane:
Airplane mode is not available or required for your device.

Troubleshooting

Clinical guide
The following information replaces content found in the Clinical Guide.

About the control panel
The following icons are not applicable to this device.

Data management and therapy compliance

For therapy management. the device stores patient therapy data on the SD card. This data can be transferred via an SD Card Reader to ResMed’s ResScan™ therapy management system. For more information on therapy management with ResScan. refer to the manual supplied with the software.

Remote monitoring
Remote monitoring is not available as this device is not equipped with a wireless module.

Data storage
Data can be transferred to therapy management software via SD card. The different ways of transferring data are detailed in the table below.

Therapy data
Wireless data transmission is not available as this device is not equipped with a wireless module. To transfer the patient’s therapy data, see the SD card section of the User Guide.

Travelling by plane
When using the device on a plane:
Airplane mode is not available or required for this device.

Troubleshooting

Quick start guide
The following information replaces content found in the Quick Start Guide.

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Setup

1. Place the device on a stable level surface.
2. Plug the power connector into the rear of the device. Connect one end of the power cord into the power supply unit and the other end into the power outlet.
3. Connect the air tubing firmly to the air outlet located on the rear of the device.
4. Open the water tub and fill with water up to the maximum water level mark.
5. Close the water tub and insert it into the side of the device.
6. Connect the free end of the air tubing firmly onto the assembled mask. Press Start/Stop to begin therapy.

Adjusting to therapy

If you are a first time user, you might need some time to get used to therapy. This is not unusual as it takes most patients between one and two weeks to adjust to the air pressure.

Overcoming symptoms by changing comfort settings
If your are having difficulties getting used to therapy, use the AirSense 10 comfort features to help you on your journey to better sleep.

• Dry or runny nose—If you are getting a dry or runny nose, adjust the Humidity Level by turning it up.
• Droplets of water (condensation)—If you are getting droplets of water on your nose, mask or air tubing, adjust the Humidity Level by turning it down.

To change the Humidity Level:

1. Press the dial to enter My Options.
2. Turn the dial to highlight Humidity Level and then press to select it.
3. Turn the dial to adjust to your preferred setting.
4. Press the dial to save the change.

• Trouble falling asleep—If you are having trouble falling asleep with high pressure, turn on Auto Ramp or increase Ramp Time.
• Bloated feeling—If you are experiencing a slightly bloated feeling from swallowing air, turn on Auto Ramp or increase Ramp Time.
• Feeling of not getting enough air—If you feel like you are not getting enough air, turn Ramp Time to Off.

To change the Ramp Time:

1. Press the dial to enter My Options.
2. Turn the dial to highlight Ramp Time and then press to select it.
3. Turn the dial to adjust to your preferred setting.
4. Press the dial to save the change.

Cleaning

1. Wash the water tub and air tubing in warm water using mild detergent.
   Do not wash in a dishwasher or washing machine.

2. Rinse the water tub and air tubing thoroughly and allow to dry out of direct sunlight and/or heat.

3. Wipe the exterior of the device with a dry cloth.
   Refer to your mask User Guide for detailed instructions on cleaning your mask.

Checking and replacing your parts regularly
It is important for your comfort and health that you check and replace your parts and supplies regularly. Replacing your parts and supplies on a regular basis helps ensure you are receiving optimal therapy and continued comfort.

Refer to your AirSense 10 User Guide for detailed instructions on checking your device. Contact your care provider for information on your replacement schedule.

Replacement schedule guide:

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Notes

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AirSense and myAir are trademarks of ResMed Ltd. © 2014 ResMed Ltd. 378310/3 2014-07

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References

• myAir™ patient support software and app - ResMed Healthcare Professional
• Sleep apnea and COPD - learn about symptoms and treatment | ResMed
• Legal disclaimers and intellectual property - ResMed

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