Care and Maintenance
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Environmental Parameters for Shipping and Storage
The Zmachine and its accessories can be stored, shipped and operated within the following
environmental limits. Conditions outside these ranges could affect performance and reliability.
Temperature: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Humidity:
15% to 93% (non-condensing)
Pressure:
800mm-360mm Hg (1500 feet below sea level to 20,000 feet above sea level)
Protect the Zmachine from sudden temperature changes that can lead to condensation within the
device. To minimize condensation, avoid moving the system between heated buildings and
outside storage. Once moved inside, allow the Zmachine to stabilize in the unopened shipping
container at the inside ambient temperature before unpacking and placing into service. Before
operation, wipe down all visible condensation and allow the system to reach equilibrium at room
temperature.
Environmental Parameters for Operation
The Zmachine is designed to operate safely under the following conditions. Conditions outside
these ranges could affect reliability.
Temperature: 10°C to 40°C (50°F to 104°F)
Humidity:
15% to 93% (non-condensing)
Pressure:
800mm-360mm Hg (1500 feet below sea level to 20,000 feet above sea level)
Disposal of Equipment
When the Zmachine has reached the end of its operating life, it should be disposed of in
accordance with local waste regulations.
Attaching the Hanging Cover
The hanging cover can be used in conjunction with a 3M Command
®
Medium Utility Hook (3M
part number 17001ES), available from most retailers, to allow your patient the ability to hang the
Zmachine on the wall or headboard during sleep. To use the hanging cover, simply in
sert the
Zmachine into the hanging cover as show.
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