12 Safety Information
Vivo 40 users manual
Doc. 003821 En-Uk E-1
• Make sure that the leakage ports are never blocked or obstructed. These
ports are used to prevent re-breathing of exhaled air. Re-breathing of
exhaled gases for longer than several minutes can, in some circumstances,
lead to suffocation.
• At low CPAP pressures, the air flow through the leakage ports may be inad-
equate to clear all exhaled gases. Some re-breathing may occur.
• Do not leave long lengths of air tubing around the top of the bed. It could
twist around the patient’s head or neck while sleeping.
• Always follow the instructions of the mask manufacturer.
