LT-2026
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1. General Information
A. Safeguards
When using electrical products, basic safety precautions
should always be followed. Read all instructions before using
this device. Important information is highlighted by the fol-
lowing terms.
DANGER:
Urgent safety information for hazards
that will cause serious injury or death.
WARNING:
Important safety information for hazards
that might cause serious injury.
CAUTION:
Information for preventing damage to the
product.
NOTE:
Information to which you should pay
special attention.
PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING THIS DEVICE.
DANGER!
•
ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD –
Do not use while bathing.
•
ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD –
Do not immerse this device
into water or any other liquid.
•
ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD –
Do not attempt to open or re-
move the enclosure. There are no user-serviceable internal
components. If service is required, return the product to
your home care provider. Opening or tampering with the
product will void the warranty.
WARNING!
• The DeVilbiss IntelliPAP™ and SleepCube™ devices should
be used only with masks recommended by DeVilbiss, your
physician or respiratory therapist.
• To avoid rebreathing of exhaled air, do not use a CPAP
mask unless the device is turned on and providing a supply
of air. Venting in the mask should never be blocked. When
the device is turned on and providing a fresh supply of
air, exhaled air is fl ushed out of the mask vent. However,
when the device is not operating, exhaled air may be
rebreathed. Rebreathing of exhaled air for longer than
several minutes can in some circumstances lead to suf-
focation. This warning applies to most CPAP devices.
• The DeVilbiss IntelliPAP and SleepCube devices are not a
life support devices and may stop operating with certain
device faults or with a power failure. It is intended to be
used on spontaneously breathing individuals weighing 66
lbs/30 Kg or greater.
• To avoid electric shock, always unplug power cord from
wall outlet power source when performing cleaning.
• Use only accessories recommended by DeVilbiss.
CAUTION
– Product Damage: The circular data port connector
located on the back of the IntelliPAP and the SleepCube
is used to attach accessories to the device. The connector
must only be used with accessories approved for use by
DeVilbiss. Do not attempt to attach any other device to
this connector as it may damage the CPAP or the acces-
sory device.
CAUTION
– Product Damage: Never rinse or place the device in
water. Never allow liquids to get into or around any of the
ports, switches or air fi lter; doing so will result in device
damage. If this occurs, discontinue use and remove the
power cord from the power source. Allow the device to
completely dry before use.
CAUTION
– Product Damage: Do not place the IntelliPAP or
SleepCube where it can be bumped onto the fl oor or
where the power cord may create a trip hazard.
CAUTION
– Product Damage: Only the DeVilbiss DV5 series
Heated Humidifi er system is recommended for use with
the IntelliPAP and SleepCube. Other humidifi er systems
may prevent the device from detecting snoring and may
cause inappropriate pressure levels in the mask.
CAUTION
– Product Use: Oxygen is a prescription gas and
should only be administered under the supervision of a
physician.
B. Initial Inspection
DeVilbiss recommends equipment inspection upon delivery
❏
Power up the DV54/DV53 PAP using AC power.
❏
Test pressure accuracy using an outlet cap (DV54/
DV53D-620), a calibrated pressure gauge and the proce-
dures listed under Pressure Accuracy Test.
❏
Test the keys on the keypad using the procedures listed
under Keypad Test.
