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User Manual
ChapTer 10: aCCessories
10.1 adding a humidifier
e REMstar Heated Humidifier, REMstar Passover Humidifier, and H2 Heated Humidifier are available
from your health care professional. e humidifiers may reduce nasal dryness and irritation by adding
moisture (and heat, if applicable) to the airflow.
CAUTION: For safe operation, the humidifier must always be positioned below the circuit connection
at the mask and the air outlet on the device. e humidifier must be level for proper
operation.
Refer to the humidifier instructions for complete setup information.
10.2 adding oxygen to the deviCe
Oxygen may be added to the mask connection. Please note the warnings listed below when using oxygen
with the device.
WARNING: If you are using oxygen, your device must be equipped with the Respironics Pressure Valve
(Part number 302418). Failure to use the Pressure Valve could result in a fire hazard.
WARNING: Oxygen accelerates fires. Keep the device and the O
2
containers away from heat, open
flames, any oily substance, or other sources of ignition. Do not smoke in the area near the
device or the O
2
container.
WARNING: When using oxygen with your device, the oxygen supply must comply with the local
regulations for medical oxygen.
WARNING: When using oxygen with this system, turn the device on before turning the oxygen on.
Turn the oxygen off before turning the device off. is will prevent oxygen accumulation
in the device.