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2.2 Cautions
• e device may only be operated at temperatures between 41° F (5° C) and 95° F (35° C).
• A properly installed, undamaged reusable foam inlet filter is required for proper operation.
• Do not immerse the device or allow any liquid to enter the enclosure or the inlet filter.
• Do not place the device in or on any container that can collect or hold water.
• Condensation may damage the device. Always allow the device to reach room temperature before use.
• Use the power cable retainer to keep the power cord from being unintentionally disconnected.
NOTE: Additional warnings, cautions, and notes are located throughout this manual.
2.3 intended use
e BiPAP autoSV is intended to provide non-invasive ventilatory support to treat adult patients with
OSA and Respiratory Insufficiency caused by central and/or mixed apneas and periodic breathing.
2.4 ContraindiCations
e device should not be used if you have severe respiratory failure without a spontaneous respiratory drive.
If any of the following conditions apply to you, consult your physician before using the device:
• Hypotension or significant intravascular volume depletion
• At risk for aspiration of gastric contents
• Acute sinusitis or otitis media
• Epistaxis (severe nose bleeds), causing a risk of pulmonary aspiration of blood
• Impaired ability to clear secretions
• Pneumothorax or pneumomediastinum
• Recent cranial trauma or surgery
• Chronic hypoventilation
NOTE: When assessing the relative risks and benefits, the health care professional should understand
that the device can be set to deliver pressures up to 30 cm H
2
O. Also, in the unlikely event of
certain fault conditions, a maximum static pressure of 40 cm H
2
O is possible.
2.5 PreCautions
• e following are potential side effects of noninvasive positive pressure therapy:
— Ear or sinus discomfort
— Conjunctivitis
— Skin abrasions due to noninvasive interfaces
— Gastric distention (aerophagia)
— Drying of nose, mouth or throat
— Eye irritation
— Skin rashes
— Chest discomfort