Chapter 5
Component Removal/Installation
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5.3 Cleaning/
Replacing the Nylon
Mesh Inlet Filter
Follow these steps to clean/replace the nylon mesh inlet filter (Figure 5-4):
1. Turn the ventilator off and disconnect the power cord from the back of
the unit and the wall outlet.
2. Remove the top enclosure (section 5.6).
3. Remove the air inlet filter cover and inlet filter element (section 5.2).
4. Use a medium Phillips screwdriver to remove the two screws that hold
the nylon mesh inlet filter to the air inlet filter housing, and pull up to
remove the housing from the bottom enclosure.
5. Use a small flat-bladed screw driver to pry the nylon mesh filter from
the housing.
NOTE:
The nylon mesh inlet filter can be cleaned and reused or replaced,
depending on its condition. Use only Respironics-approved filters.
6.
If cleaning the filter
: use a solution of mild soap and water to clean,
then rinse thoroughly. Ensure that the filter is completely dry before
reinstalling.
If replacing the filter:
remove the paper backing from the new nylon
mesh inlet filter. Align the new, clean filter with its filter enclosure,
then press the edges firmly in place to ensure adhesive bond.
NOTE:
When cleaning the nylon mesh inlet filter, use care not to damage the
adhesive on the edges of the filter. If the adhesive is damaged, the filter
may not seal correctly when reinstalled.
7. Reinstall the filter housing to the lower enclosure and reinstall the two
screws.
Figure 5-4: Replacing the Nylon Mesh Inlet Filter
Nylon mesh
inlet filter
6-32 x 1/2-in. screw (x2)
(10 lbf-in.)
Air inlet filter
cover
Inlet filter
element
Air inlet filter
housing
Air inlet filter
housing
Nylon mesh inlet filter
Inlet filter
element
Air inlet filter
cover