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The Respironics REMstar M Series system is a CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure)
device designed for the treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea only in spontaneously breathing
patients weighing more than 66 lbs (30 kg).
The device is to be used only on the instruction of a licensed physician. Your home care provider
will make the correct pressure settings according to your health care professional’s prescription.
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US federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician.
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A warning indicates the possibility of injury to the user or the operator.
• This manual serves as a reference. The instructions in this manual are not intended to super-
sede the health care professional’s instructions regarding the use of the device.
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The operator should read and understand this entire manual before using the device.
• This device is not intended for life support.
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The device should be used only with masks and connectors recommended by Respironics
or with those recommended by the health care professional or respiratory therapist. A mask
should not be used unless the device is turned on and operating properly. The exhalation
port(s) associated with the mask should never be blocked.
Explanation of the Warning:
The device is intended to be used with special masks or con-
nectors that have exhalation ports to allow continuous flow of air out of the mask. When the
device is turned on and functioning properly, new air from the device flushes the exhaled air
out through the mask exhalation port. However, when the device is not operating, enough
fresh air will not be provided through the mask, and exhaled air may be rebreathed.
• If oxygen is used with the device, the oxygen flow must be turned off when the device is not
in use.
Explanation of the Warning:
When the device is not in operation and the oxygen flow is left
on, oxygen delivered into the tubing may accumulate within the device’s enclosure. Oxygen
accumulated in the device enclosure will create a risk of fire.
• Oxygen supports combustion. Oxygen should not be used while smoking or in the presence
of an open flame.
• When using oxygen with this system, a Respironics Pressure Valve (Part Number 302418)
must be placed in-line with the patient circuit. Failure to use the pressure valve could result
in a fire hazard.
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