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This chapter details how to set up the device. This chapter includes:
• Installing and replacing the air filters
• Positioning the device
• Supplying AC power to the device
• Connecting the external alarm module kit or uninterruptible power supply (UPS)
• Connecting the breathing circuit
• Installing the O
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inlet port
• Starting the device
• Menu and screen navigation
3.1 Installing and replacing the air filters
Caution
A properly installed, undamaged Philips Respironics blue pollen filter, or a filter installed on the
oxygen inlet, is required for proper device operation.
The device uses a blue pollen filter that is washable and reusable, and a light-blue ultra-fine filter that is
disposable. The reusable blue filter screens out pollens, while the light-blue ultra-fine filter provides more
complete filtration of very fine particles. The reusable blue filter must be in place at all times when the
device is operating. The ultra-fine filter is recommended for people who are sensitive to tobacco smoke or
other small particles.
The reusable blue filter is supplied with the device. A disposable light-blue ultra-fine filter may also be
included. If your filter is not already installed when you receive your device, you must at least install the
reusable filter before using the device.
This device has an automatic air filter reminder. Every 30 days, the device will display a message reminding
you to check your filters and replace them as directed.
Note
This message is a reminder only. The device does not detect the performance of the filters nor does it
recognize when a filter has been cleaned or replaced.
3. Device setup