Troubleshooting
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
Possible cause
Remedy
Pain in nose, paranasal
sinuses or ears
In
fl
ammation of the para-
nasal sinuses or the middle
ear
Stop therapy and contact
your physician
Unpleasent feeling of too
high pressure
Unwellness with prescribed
high pressure values
If you think there is a
mistake, consult a physi-
cian
Pressure tolerance not
completely acquired yet
Relax, use or alter the soft
start function
Dryness and irritation of
nose and throat
Air too dry
Device probably without air
humidi
fi
er; consult a physi-
cian and consider prescrip-
tion of retro
fi
tting a humidi-
fi
er
Return of original sleep
apnea symptoms
Different physical condition
and different conditions of
living
Inform the attending physi-
cian
Device failure
Return the device to the
service to have it checked
Irritation of the eyes or dry
eyes
Air escaping from between
the mask and the skin of
your face
Check the mask for proper
positioning
Replace the mask if its
material has become brittle
