Alarms, alerts, and troubleshooting 35
DreamStation BiPAP autoSV User Manual
Alarm
Priority
Device action
User action
Technical alarms
Device
inoperative
Shuts down
Press the control dial to silence the
alarm. Disconnect the device from
power. Immediately remove patient
from ventilator and connect them
to alternate source of ventilation.
Contact your home care service
provider for service.
Device
inoperative
Shuts down
Check device air inlet is not
obstructed. Check air filter(s) are
installed properly; replace if needed.
If the alarm continues, contact
your home care service provider for
service.
Device
inoperative
Shuts down
Check tube is not crushed or folded
such that air flow is restricted. Check
mask is attached properly and
without any obstruction. If the alarm
continues, contact your home care
service provider for service.
Device
inoperative
Shuts down
Remove your mask, and remove
power from the device. Rinse or
replace the reusable air filter or
replace the disposable ultra-fine
filter. Power device on and resume
normal usage. If the alarm continues,
contact your home care service
provider for service.
Loss of power
(blank screen)
Power
failure
Shuts down
Press the control dial to silence the
alarm. Remove your mask. Check
your power connections. Make
sure there is power at the outlet or
power source. If the alarm continues,
contact your home care service
provider.