NASAL CPAP/BI-LEVEL
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Exhalation Ports
Both nasal shells and nasal masks must
provide an opening to allow exhaled air
to escape.
Do not block the exhalation
ports or vents.
General Setup and Operation
of CPAP/Bi-Level Unit and
Accessories
Below are the general steps for setting up and
operating your CPAP/Bi-Level unit. Your Apria
Licensed Professional has set your CPAP/Bi-Level
to the prescribed settings which were provided
by your physician. More detail is included on the
pages referenced and following this overview as
well as within the manufacturer’s user manual.
1. Place your CPAP/Bi-Level unit on a
sturdy surface. (Page 5)
2. Insert the power plug into a power
outlet. (If the power plug is not
permanently attached to your unit,
attach the other end of the cord to the
CPAP/Bi-Level unit.) (Page 6)
3. If you have a humidifier, continue the
following steps (Page 10) (If you do not
have a humidifier, proceed to Step 4):
a.
Fill the humidifier reservoir with
distilled water.
b. Connect one end of the short
humidifier tube to the air outlet
on the CPAP/Bi-Level unit and the
other end to the inlet port on the
humidifier reservoir.
c.
Connect your large bore tubing to
air outlet on your humidifier
d. Proceed to Step 5.
4. Connect your large bore tubing to the
air outlet on the CPAP/Bi-Level unit.
(Page 6)
5. Assemble your headgear and mask
circuit. (Pages 7–8)
6. Place the mask/ headgear on your
head. (Pages 7–8)
7. Connect your headgear and mask
circuit to your tubing and CPAP/Bi-
Level unit. (Page 9)
8. Turn the power switch on your CPAP/
Bi-Level unit to ON. (Page 9)
9. If applicable, adjust the ramp feature.
(Page 9)
10. Relax and take slow breaths
through your nose. The machine will
automatically deliver your prescribed
pressure level. (Page 9)
11. If you are experiencing air leaking out
of your mask or nasal pillows, adjust
your mask. (Pages 7–8)
Note:
If you are using oxygen with your
CPAP/Bi-Level unit, follow the instructions for
proper assembly in your manufacturer’s user
manual and refer to page 11 of this manual.
Operating Your CPAP/Bi-Level
Unit
The following step-by-step instructions will
help you operate your unit.
Step 1:
Place the CPAP/Bi-Level unit on a
sturdy surface.
• Select a location near the bedside,
such as a nightstand or dresser. Please
refer to the manufacturer’s user manual