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When used with the Mobility Bag, always ensure the External
Battery is secured in the External Battery compartment
(
illustration
D
). The Mobility bag is capable of holding only
one External Battery. Refer to the Mobility Bag User Guide for
instructions.
Air travel
Consult with your carrier if you intend to take the External
Battery on board with your device.
When travelling with the External Battery:
• For your convenience at security stations, it may be helpful to
keep a printed copy of the External Battery User Guide to help
security personnel understand the device and refer them to
the following statements:
• ResMed confirms that the External Battery meets the
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requirements (RTCA/
DO-160, section 21, category M) for all phases of air travel.
• ResMed comfirms that the External Battery meets IATA
classification: UN 3480 – Lithium-ion batteries.
Cleaning and maintenance
The cleaning and maintenance described in this section should
be carried out regularly.
Wipe the exterior of the battery with a clean slightly damp cloth.
Refer to the User Guides for the patient interface, humidifier and
other accessories in use for detailed instructions for care and
maintenance of those devices.
CAUTION
•
Clean only exterior surfaces of the External Battery.
•
Do not immerse the External Battery in water, and do
not pour liquids or solvents onto any part of the External
Battery.
The following cleaning solutions are compatible for use on a
weekly basis (except as noted) when cleaning the external
surfaces of the Astral device:
• Isopropanol
• Actichlor Plus
• Bleach (1:10) (may also be known as ‘dilute hypochlorite’).
• Cavicide*
• Mikrozid*
*Suitable for cleaning on a monthly basis only.
Storage
Ensure that the External Battery is clean and dry before storing
for any length of time. Store the External Battery in a dry place
out of direct sunlight.
CAUTION
•
The External Battery must be charged to at least 65-90%
(indicated by three green LEDs) and switched off before
storing.
•
When not in use, all Lithium-ion batteries self-discharge
over time. Recharge the External Battery to at least 65-90%
after six months of storage.
