PHILIPS Alice NightOne Instruction Manual
- June 1, 2024
- Philips
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PHILIPS Alice NightOne Instruction Manual
Philips Sleep Support Service
Hello
You have been referred by your clinician for a home sleep study. This guide has been developed to guide you through set-up and troubleshoot any problems you may have.
If you have any questions, or need further assistance setting up the Alice NightOne, our specialist Sleep Support Team are on hand Monday to Friday between 9am and 7pm on Freephone 0800 652 0303.
Introduction
The Alice NightOne unit records physiological information while you sleep. The purpose of this study is to evaluate your breathing while you’re sleeping.
The Alice NightOne has been prepared for your study:
2. Respiratory effort (chest) belt
The belt inserts into the Alice NightOne device and recording starts as soon as the device is buckled. The belt is fitted around your chest and senses chest movement during breathing
3. Airflow sensor
The airflow sensor measures your breathing throughout a night’s sleep. The prongs are placed or inserted into the tips of your nostrils. The airflow sensor has a clear twist lock connector and is connected at the top of the Alice NightOne device
4. SpO 2 sensor
The SpO2 sensor measures the amount of oxygen in your blood and your pulse rate. The SpO2 sensor attaches to your forefinger on your non-dominant hand
5. Good Study Indicator (GSI)
The Good Study Indicator will show how much time was recorded and whether the quality of signals were good. It will also indicate any problem sensor(s)
Smart Guide Patient Setup:
Step 1. Effort (chest) belt connection icon
Step 2. Cannula connection icon
Step 3. SpO2 connection icon
Step 4. Good Study Indicator icon
Setting up for your Sleep Study
We recommend that you wear a vest or t-shirt for your Sleep Study. Please do not fit the sensors directly onto the skin.
Applying the Alice NightOne
You can watch a video online to guide you through the set up at www.philips.co.uk/alicenightone
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Connect the effort (chest) belt
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Buckle the Alice NightOne around your chest
The two red dots on the connectors should be facing outwards.
The belt will click once it’s inserted properly.
For Men: Place the belt around the body just below the nipple line, between your chest and abdomen
For Women: Place the belt around the body beneath the breasts -
Alice NightOne will automatically power on (please wait while the device takes a moment to start up)
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If the chest belt icon flashes yellow, tighten the belt around you, using the adjustment straps
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Do not overtighten the belt – the fit should be snug. See troubleshooting for belt adjustment tips
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The belt icon should now be solid green
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Connect the airflow sensor
- Connect the airflow sensor to Alice NightOne (if not already connected)
- Loop the airflow sensor around your ears and under your chin
- Adjust the slider to fit comfortably under your chin
- Tape the airflow sensor to your cheeks, using the tape provided
- The airflow sensor icon should be solid green
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Connect the finger probe (SpO 2 sensor)
Connect the finger probe to the index or second finger of your non-dominant hand. Please remove any nail varnish or false/acrylic nails (if worn) before connecting the finger probe- The cable will rest on top of your finger and on the back of your hand
- Tape the wire to your hand, using the tape provided. Do not tape over the probe itself.
- The finger probe icon should now be green
The finger probe you have been given may differ from the image
Once all of the sensors have been applied, the lights will turn to solid green
Over the next few minutes all the lights will turn off gradually one by one
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You can now go to bed and fall asleep
During the night
If the device notices a problem with a sensor, a flashing yellow icon will appear for ten minutes
If you notice this, please adjust the sensor that is indicated. The flashing icon will turn from yellow to green and then disappear
You can also check the sensor status at any time by briefly pressing the user button on the front of the device
- Solid green lights indicate that the sensors are connected and working properly
- If a light is flashing yellow, adjust the sensor that is indicated (see troubleshooting below)
In the morning
In the morning, once the study is complete and you are ready to wake up for the day, remove the sensors from your body and disconnect the Alice NightOne device.
- Press and hold the user button for five seconds to turn the device off
- Otherwise, the device will turn itself off after 30 minutes
Place the Alice NightOne and all sensors into the carrying case, along with this quick start guide. Collection of the device will have been arranged by Philips Sleep Support Team.
Should you have any questions or queries please contact the Sleep Support Team on Freephone 0800 652 0303
Troubleshooting
1. Fitting the belt
Adjustment tips:
- Adjustment to the belt must be done whilst you are sat upright
- To adjust, move the slide lock away from the buckle to tighten; move slide lock closer to loosen
- There should be no slack in the three layers of belt between the clasp and slide lock
2. Smart guide patient setup
During setup, illuminated sensor indicators will walk you through sensor placement
The smart guide gives you feedback that:
- Each sensor is connected properly
- The signal quality is good
- The device is functioning properly
Icons
The following icons may be displayed on the top of the device. Each icon is associated with a sensor or device connection, except for the Good Study Indicator. The icons are displayed to guide sensor application or to show sensor or device status.
The icon status is displayed based on the associated connection.
Good Study Indicator
The Good Study Indicator displays how much good quality data the device has gathered for an amount of time set by your provider. To view the Good Study Indicator at the end of a study, first check that the device has stopped recording.
Look inside the SpO2 sensor: If the red light is on, the Alice NightOne is still in recording mode. To exit recording mode and end the study, press and hold the user button until the Good Study Indicator flashes.
Once the device has exited recording mode, wait at least 1 minute. Then, briefly press (less than 5 seconds) and release the User Button again and the Good Study Indicator will be displayed.
Warnings and Cautions
- Do not smoke when using the device
- Use Micropore tape to secure the SpO2 cable to the back of the hand and also to secure airflow sensors to cheeks.
- To avoid sensor damage, do not immerse any of the sensors in liquid.
- Remove the airflow sensors from your face before drinking liquids or eating.
- To avoid electric shock, do not wear the Alice NightOne and its sensors in a shower, bath, waterbed, or with an electric blanket that is switched on.
- Use only the sensors specified by Philips Respironics for the Alice NightOne unit. Non-approved Philips Respironics sensors may compromise the safety and performance of the device.
- Do not use a mobile phone near the Alice NightOne recorder when it is powered on. The radio frequencies from the mobile may interfere with the operation of the device.
For a full list of warning and cautions please refer to the user manual
If you have any questions or need further assistance setting up the Alice
NightOne please contact
Philips Sleep Support Team on Freephone 0800 652 0303
Lines are open Monday to Friday 9am to 7pm
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