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Patient & Clinician Fitting Guide

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If using the plastic sizing gauge, insert each size into the nostril. The bottom
rim of the gauge should not go into the nostril. Choose the size that best
seals the nostril. When choosing between sizes, choose a larger size for a
more robust seal with less insertion into the nostrils.

Select a cushion that fills the nostrils comfortably without any gaps between
the cushion and the walls of the nostrils. The bottom rim of the cushion
should not go into the nostril.

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Look at the markings on the pillows cushion to determine the correct 
placement of the cushion onto the cushion attachment hub. The arrow 
on the cushion and the arrow on the interface should be on the same side,
but may not align perfectly.

2.

Attach the pillows cushion to the cushion attachment hub. This should be
done one side at a time. Place the hole located on the side of the cushion
over the corresponding post located on the hub.

3.

Stretch the cushion over the cushion hub
to attach the other side of the cushion.
The cushion will stretch without tearing.

4.

For proper placement of the cushion into
the nostrils, rotate the cushion on the hub
at approximately a 45° angle before
inserting it into the nose.

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Summary of Contents for OptiLife

Page 1: ...into the nostril 1 Look at the markings on the pillows cushion to determine the correct placement of the cushion onto the cushion attachment hub The arrow on the cushion and the arrow on the interface should be on the same side but may not align perfectly 2 Attach the pillows cushion to the cushion attachment hub This should be done one side at a time Place the hole located on the side of the cush...

Page 2: ...e adjustable top strap should be positioned on the top of the head and the side straps should be positioned above the ears If side straps are resting on or below the ears see Fitting Tips at the end of this guide 3 Adjust the side straps to help move the pillows cushion comfortably into the nostrils Adjust the side straps evenly on both sides 4 Adjust the chin support band so that it rests snugly ...

Page 3: ...ff of the ears Correct position 2 Back headgear strap is sliding Loosen the top strap and move the back strap down toward the neck Re adjust the side straps and chin support band for comfort 3 If the patient has long and silky hair place the hair over the back of the headgear strap Fitting Tips HEADGEAR FITTING TIPS ...

Page 4: ...Middle East 33 1 47 52 30 00 Respironics Asia Pacific 852 3194 2280 optilife respironics com 1 Try a different size cushion 2 Verify chin support band is not over tightened 3 Move headgear side straps to front slot 4 Rotate cushion for better placement in nostrils 5 Re adjust mask fitting while lying down 6 Review Tube Management section below for helpful tips With all lightweight masks tube manag...

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