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DreamStar Intro, Info, Auto patient manual

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Verification of the elements of the system

The DreamStar™ product range device is delivered with the following components:

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carrying case

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detachable power supply cord

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tubing

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memory card

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reusable filter

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patient manual

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cover (optional)

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water chamber (optional)

The DreamStar™ product range devices can be used with the following optional accessories. Contact your
home care provider for additional information on available accessories. During use, follow the instructions
provided with the accessories.

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battery cable

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filter holder kit

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swivel outlet elbow 70° 22 mm diameter

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cigarette-lighter cable

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optional high-efficiency filter (disposable)

Summary of Contents for DreamStar Auto

Page 1: ...nual DreamStar Product Range Upgradeable Humidifier Option DreamStar Intro DreamStar Intro Evolve DreamStar Info DreamStar Info Evolve DreamStar Auto DreamStar Auto Evolve DreamStar is a brand registered by SEFAM ...

Page 2: ...level if the water chamber is included 18 Step 2 Settings 19 Step 3 Set Parameters Display 19 Step 4 Set Patient Reminders display 20 Step 5 Setting the clock 20 Step 6 Miscellaneous Settings 20 How to set the DreamStar Auto Auto Evolve device 22 Accessing the settings menu 22 Step 1 Heat level if the water chamber is included 22 Step 2 Settings 23 Step 3 Set Parameters Display 24 Step 4 Set Patie...

Page 3: ...has been set next to or on top of another device Be careful not to obstruct the air outlet or any other opening of the device or respiratory circuit either accidentally or intentionally Do not cover the unit or place it too close to a wall Do not introduce liquids or objects into the air outlet Please hold the device and the power cord away from any water source electrocution hazard Use the device...

Page 4: ...ngerous temperatures However if it is enabled set the heat level to the minimum value and alert your home care provider Be sure to position the device in order to prevent anyone stumbling into or tripping over the power cord If the device is placed on the ground ensure it is in a place free from dust bedding clothing or other objects that could block air intake Like all medical electrical devices ...

Page 5: ...able filter patient manual cover optional water chamber optional The DreamStar product range devices can be used with the following optional accessories Contact your home care provider for additional information on available accessories During use follow the instructions provided with the accessories battery cable filter holder kit swivel outlet elbow 70 22 mm diameter cigarette lighter cable opti...

Page 6: ...meter in the displayed menu during the device settings 5 On Off button Turns the device on or off It is used also to exit the device setting menus Figure 2 View of the right side Figure 3 Rear view without the water chamber 6 Power port This is where the power cord is connected 7 External battery port This allows the device to be powered by an external battery or a cigarette lighter power cable 8 ...

Page 7: ... protected against solid objects up to 12 mm and against vertically falling drops of water Waste device to be eliminated separately from the household waste For further information refer to the paragraph Disposing of the device at the end of its life Type BF device Recording and play back Refer to the user manual Specific warning Device complies with the requirements European Directive 93 42 EC on...

Page 8: ...g element and tip the water chamber forward to lock it in place 2 Connecting the patient circuit A Device with cover Connect one end of the patient circuit to the outlet connector on the back of the rear cover of the device B Device with water chamber Connect one end of the patient circuit to the outlet connector on the top of the water chamber cover 3 Prepare the mask according to the instruction...

Page 9: ...nal battery of the device item 7 of Figure 2 page 6 The device can also be powered from a cigarette lighter socket using an optional cable specially designed for this purpose For this configuration replace Step 4 of the standard installation procedure with the following step Connect the power cable to the input of the external battery of the device Item 7 of Figure 2 page 6 and the other end of th...

Page 10: ...y room temperature water do not fill the water chamber with hot or chilled water Starting Treatment 1 Put your mask on as described in the user instructions If the Auto ON feature has been enabled by your health care provider the device will start during your first breathings in the mask except with DreamStar Intro Intro Evolve 2 Otherwise to start treatment press the On Off button The device scre...

Page 11: ...evice by pressing the On Off button for several seconds Mask unplugged feature If you remove your mask the device automatically switches to low power The machine will restore normal power when you reconnect your mask or if you press the On Off button or the ramp button Otherwise the device will stop after 30 minutes This feature can be used at night if you need to get out of bed Accessing the devi...

Page 12: ...sed Allows the value of the parameter displayed on the screen to be lowered The heated humidification feature is activated without heat or on a device connected to a battery Heated humidification feature enabled with heat The symbol blinks if the heated humidifier has a problem Parameters displayed on the screen Parameters displayed on the screen are for information and cannot be changed Feature d...

Page 13: ...s and memory card compliance data downloads on the memory card This feature which is identical on all of devices in the product range is described under Reminders about to expire on page 28 Ramp feature If enabled by your home care provider the Time Ramp feature T Ramp allows for a gradual rise in pressure to help you fall asleep the treatment begins at a reduced pressure called comfort pressure t...

Page 14: ...dium can be used either to store the most recent compliance data stored in the device or to update your device s setting parameters Refer to the instructions given by your home care provider to use this card If the device is running turn it off before you insert the memory card into the memory card connector the symbol appears to the right of the display header If this symbol flashes the card is i...

Page 15: ...ndicates that the parameters displayed can be changed er to change by pressing the ramp button as many times as it is necessary or decrease the parameter value by pressing the control buttons press the ramp button at the bottom of the page or the to another select the symbol displayed on the screen by pressing To return to the previous page select the symbol the On Off button or wait 30 seconds In...

Page 16: ...eature starts up Ramp time Time the device takes to reach the prescribed pressure when starting from the comfort pressure Set pressure Level of pressure prescribed which may be altered by 1 cmH2O if the Pressure Alter feature has been enabled by your home care provider Step 3 Set Parameters Display The page displays Prescribed P Level of pressure prescribed by your physician Pressure Alter The sym...

Page 17: ...tton Then press to access the next menu parameter Press at the bottom of the page or to return to the page header Press to move to the next page Step 6 Miscellaneous Settings The page displays Press as many times as necessary to access the desired parameter setting The page changes The language can be selected by successive presses on the left or right parameters settings button Then press to acce...

Page 18: ... the parameters displayed can be changed Select the parameter to change by pressing the ramp button as many times as it is necessary or decrease the parameter value by pressing the control buttons press the ramp button at the bottom of the page or the to another select the symbol displayed on the screen by pressing To return to the previous page select the symbol the On Off button or wait 30 secon...

Page 19: ...on Comfort pressure Level of pressure produced by the device when the ramp feature starts up Ramp time Time the device takes to reach the prescribed pressure from the comfort pressure when the time ramp T Ramp is selected otherwise this parameter is not displayed Pressure set pressure level of pressure prescribed which may be altered by 1 cmH2O if the Pressure Alter feature has been enabled by you...

Page 20: ...ing The page changes Increase parameter value with the right or left parameter settings button Then press menu parameter at the bottom of the page or to return to the page header to move to the next page Miscellaneous Settings Press as many times as necessary to access the desired parameter setting The page changes If your home care provider has given you the feasibility selected by successive pre...

Page 21: ...nual en GB 21 DreamStar Info Info Evolve device Auto ON functionality allowing to automatically start the treatment without pressing the On Off button Press at the bottom of the page or to return to the page header Press to exit the menu ...

Page 22: ...icates that the parameters displayed can be changed Select the parameter to change by pressing the ramp button as many times as it is necessary or decrease the parameter value by pressing the control buttons press the ramp button at the bottom of the page or the to another select the symbol displayed on the screen by pressing To return to the previous page select the symbol the On Off button or wa...

Page 23: ...ure produced by the device when the ramp feature starts up Ramp time Time the device takes to reach the prescribed pressure from the comfort pressure when the time ramp T Ramp is selected otherwise this parameter is not displayed Pressure set pressure level of pressure prescribed which may be altered by 1 cmH2O if the Pressure Alter feature has been enabled by your home care provider In Auto CPAP ...

Page 24: ... prescribed by your physician Ramp type type of the ramp selected T Ramp time ramp or I Ramp indexed ramp Max ramp time Maximum ramp time set by the home care provider C C Comfort Calibration The and symbols show that the feature has been enabled by the home care provider Press to move to the next page The page displays Pressure Alter The symbol shows that the feature has been enabled by the home ...

Page 25: ...page Step 4 Set Patient Reminders display This page displays only if the home care provider has activated a reminder to remind you for example to replace the filter or the mask The page displays The reminder activation date is shown opposite the corresponding reminder Press to move to the next page Step 5 Setting the clock The time can be set when the device is in standby only The page displays Pr...

Page 26: ...ngs button Then press Increase contrast with the right or left parameter settings button The symbol ON feature has not been enabled by the home care provider allowing to automatically start the treatment without pressing the On O at the bottom of the page or to return to the page header DreamStar Intro Info Auto patient manual DreamStar Auto or DreamStar Auto Evolve If your home care provider has ...

Page 27: ... sessions in the device memory to move to the next page Date Date of the last On Off session Total duration Total duration of the last session Usage duration duration during which the patient was actually breathing in the mask during the last session Average pressure Average pressure delivered during the to exit the menu The Session page is only available if the device is in standby and if at leas...

Page 28: ...and time are displayed in the upper right of the screen The pages for the last 5 sessions can be displayed from the most current to the oldest to access the next page to exit the menu The Session page is only available if at least one session was recorded Reminders about to expire This functionality is identical on all devices in the DreamStar product range When one or several reminders are about ...

Page 29: ...of oxygen must not exceed 12 l min CAUTION For a given oxygen flow the concentration of oxygen inhaled varies as a feature of the pressure settings your breathing the type of mask used and the leak rate This precaution applies to most Continuous Positive Airway Pressure devices Installation with an oxygen adapter optional When using an additional oxygen supply you must use a valve designed to prev...

Page 30: ...stall it connect the base to the outlet connector of the device and the swivelling bent tube to the end of the patient circuit Monthly cleaning CAUTION Do not use strong detergent Do not sterilize Detach the swivel outlet elbow from the device and the patient circuit Clean the outside of the swivel outlet elbow using a damp tissue cloth paper towel with a little water and one drop of mild detergen...

Page 31: ...er instructions for your mask and tubing for details on their maintenance Unplug the device from the power source and always detach the breathing circuit and the water chamber from the device before cleaning them Use for the cleaning material intended for this purpose Do not use strong detergent abrasive sponge or stiff brush Water chamber if included Empty the water chamber and rinse it with clea...

Page 32: ...ample 3 drops of dishwashing liquid diluted in Rinse well with water to eliminate any trace of detergent Once dry reassemble the water chamber Insert the inner tubing into the holes and ensure it is clipped Place the upper part on the water chamber base and tilt it forward Lock the water chamber by pushing on the grip zone Fill the water chamber before replacing it into the device The different pa...

Page 33: ...hey are torn or soiled or when the device displays a reminder to do so Water chamber if included After the water chamber has been disassembled and cleaned you can let it soak for 15 minutes in a solution of 1 part white vinegar to 9 parts water Rinse well with water to eliminate any trace of vinegar Allow to dry naturally WARNINGS Do not use spray detergent Harmful product residue could enter the ...

Page 34: ...all Allergic reaction to mask components Adjust the headgear Contact the attending physician or home care provider to try another size mask Stop using the mask Contact the attending physician or home care provider Dry or irritated eyes Air leakage around the mask Reposition the mask Ask the attending physician or home care provider to try another size mask The air delivered by the device is too ho...

Page 35: ... be experiencing interference and does not work correctly Very high electromagnetic interference Move the device away from sources of interference such as halogen lamps cordless phones etc Humidifier does not seem to heat water The heat level is set at 0 The heating element is defective When the device is battery powered the heated humidification feature cannot be used Set the heat level between 1...

Page 36: ... or the ramp button is pressed Otherwise the device will stop after 30 minutes LEAK or or is displayed on the screen The device detects a high level of leak Adjust your mask mask cushion and or harness until you have a good mask fit The leak level must decrease until the screen displays LEAK OK If the error persists contact your home care provider The symbol blinks alternately with the error code ...

Page 37: ...cy filter Disposable fabric HEPA paper which is 90 effective for particles 3 microns High Density Foam reusable and is 90 effective with particles 20 microns Values determined under ATPD Ambient Temperature and Pressure Dry conditions Integrated Humidifier performance Humidification rate 10 mg H2O l at the maximum setting for a leak flow 60 l min Heating time 45 minutes Pressure loss as a function...

Page 38: ...mal gas volume in water chamber 811 ml Useful volume of water chamber 300 ml Maximum liquid fill level Indicated on water chamber CE marking DreamStar Intro DreamStar Intro Evolve 2011 DreamStar Info DreamStar Info Evolve 2011 DreamStar Auto DreamStar Auto Evolve 2011 Standards compliance Risks pertaining to this medical equipment were assessed in accordance with the ISO 14971 2007 standard specif...

Page 39: ...nsidered as an electrical and electronic piece of equipment as defined in Directive 2012 19 EU and must be collected and processed separately from household waste for disposal as indicated by the symbol of the crossed out garbage bin see Symbols on the device page 7 In other countries this device must be processed following local regulation Unsuitable disposal of the device at the end of its life ...

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Page 42: ...r Manufacturing plant 0459 SEFAM 144 AV CHARLES DE GAULLE 92200 NEUILLY SUR SEINE FRANCE SEFAM 10 ALLEE PELLETIER DOISY 54600 VILLERS LES NANCY FRANCE M 155DFU00 20 Revision 7 2015 11 Homecare Provider Information ...

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