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Contraindications

This mask may not be suitable for use on patients with the following conditions: 

recent eye surgery or dry eyes, hiatal hernia, excessive reflux, impaired cough reflex, 

impaired cardiac sphincter function; or on patients unable to remove the mask by 
themselves.

Before Use Read and Understand the Instructions Completely.

 

Hand wash the mask. 

 

Wash your face. Do not use moisturizer/lotion on your hands or face. 

 

Inspect the mask and replace if the cushion has hardened or is torn, or if any parts are 

broken. 

 

Verify that the therapy device, i.e., ventilator, including the alarms and safety systems, 

has been validated prior to use. 

 

Verify therapy device pressure(s).

Cleaning Instructions

Hand wash the mask before first use and daily. The headgear should be hand washed 

weekly. The headgear does not need to be removed for daily cleaning of the mask.
1. Hand wash mask and headgear in warm water with liquid dishwashing detergent. 
2. Rinse thoroughly. Air dry completely before use. Make sure the mask is dry before use. 

Lay the headgear flat or line dry. Do not place the headgear into the dryer.

Caution: 

Do not use bleach, alcohol, cleaning solutions containing bleach or alcohol, 

or cleaning solutions containing conditioners or moisturizers.                                                                

Caution: 

Any deviation from these instructions may impact the performance of the 

product.

Caution:

 Inspect the mask for damage or wear (cracking, crazing, tears, etc). Discard and 

replace any components as necessary.

Institutional Disinfection

Refer to the Disinfection Guide for Professional Users to reprocess between patients in 

a clinical setting. Access the latest version of the Disinfection Guide at www.healthcare.

philips.com or by contacting customer service at 1-800-345-6443 (USA or Canada only) or 

+1-724-387-4000.

Summary of Contents for Amara View

Page 1: ...rnings This mask is not suitable for providing life support ventilation This mask is designed for use with CPAP or bi level systems recommended by your health care professional or respiratory therapis...

Page 2: ...continue use and contact your healthcare professional Consult a physician if any of the following symptoms occur Unusual chest discomfort shortness of breath stomach distension belching severe headach...

Page 3: ...Anti Asphyxia Valve The anti asphyxia valve consists of an air inlet and a flapper b With the airflow turned off verify that the elbow with the flapper is lying flat so that room air can flow in and...

Page 4: ...ekly The headgear does not need to be removed for daily cleaning of the mask 1 Hand wash mask and headgear in warm water with liquid dishwashing detergent 2 Rinse thoroughly Air dry completely before...

Page 5: ...er your head e 2 Mask cushion Place your nose over the cushion nostril opening Push the mask cushion up Note Do not place your nose in the cushion nostril opening 3 Headgear clips Press into place to...

Page 6: ...e Some air leaking is normal Comfort Tips The most common mistake is overtightening the headgear The headgear should fit loose and comfortable If your skin bulges around the mask or if you see red mar...

Page 7: ...he headgear clips onto the mask frame 3 Mask Cushion Grasp both sides and push it onto the mask frame 4 Quick Release Tube Push onto the elbow until the quick release tabs click into place Philips Res...

Page 8: ...curve shown below is an approximation of expected performance Exact measurements may vary Pressure Flow Curve Flow Rate SLPM 0 0 10 0 20 0 30 0 40 0 50 0 60 0 70 0 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 Pressure cm H2 O...

Page 9: ...er damage caused by accident misuse abuse negligence alteration failure to use or maintain the Product under conditions of normal use and in accordance with the terms of the product literature and oth...

Page 10: ...r rights under this limited warranty contact your local authorized Respironics Inc dealer or Respironics Inc at 1001 Murry Ridge Lane Murrysville Pennsylvania 15668 1 800 345 6443 USA and Canada only...

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