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5.3 CONNECTING THE BREATHING CIRCUIT
To connect your breathing circuit to the device, complete the following steps:
1. Connect one end of the circuit tubing to the outlet of the bacteria fi lter (if using one) and connect the
inlet of the bacteria fi lter to the large connector on the device as shown in Figure 5–2.
If you are not using a bacteria fi lter, connect the end of the circuit tubing directly to the outlet
connector on the device.
NOTE: Follow the recommendations of your health care professional for using the optional bacteria fi lter.
Circuit
T
ubing
Bacteria
Filter
(Optional)
Figure 5–2 Connecting the Tubing to the Outlet
2. Connect the tubing to the mask:
A. If you are using a mask with a built-in exhalation port, connect the mask’s connector to the
circuit tubing, as shown in Figure 5–3.
Flexible
Tubing
Connector
Mask's
Connector
Exhalation
Port
Figure 5–3 Connecting a Mask with a Built-In Exhalation Port