User manual
BiPAP S/T user manual
16
Connecting the Breathing Circuit
To use the system, you will need the following accessories in order to
assemble the recommended circuit:
Philips Respironics interface (nasal mask or full face mask) •
with integrated exhalation port, or Philips Respironics
interface with a separate exhalation device (such as the
Whisper Swivel II)
Philips Respironics 1.83 m (6 ft.) 22 mm exible tubing or •
the optional 15 mm exible tubing
Philips Respironics headgear (for the mask) •
Complete the following steps to connect your breathing circuit to the
device:
1. Connect the exible tubing to the air outlet on the side of the device.
Note: If required, connect a bacteria lter to the device air outlet, and then
connect the exible tubing to the outlet of the bacteria lter.
Note: When using the bacteria lter, the device performance may be aected.
However, the device will remain functional and deliver therapy.
2. Connect the tubing to the mask. Refer to the instructions that
came with your mask.
3. Attach the headgear to the mask if necessary. Refer to the
instructions that came with your headgear.
WARNING
If the device is used by multiple
persons (such as rental devices), a
low-resistance, main ow bacteria
lter should be installed in-line
between the device and the circuit
tubing to prevent contamination.
WARNING
The exhalation device (Whisper
Swivel II) or exhalation port
(on masks with an integrated
exhalation port) is designed to
exhaust CO
2
from the patient circuit.
Do not block or seal the ports on the
exhalation device.
WARNING
If you are using a full face mask
(a mask covering both your
mouth and your nose), the mask
must be equipped with a safety
(entrainment) valve. You must
ensure that the entrainment valve is
functioning properly.
CAUTION
Condensation may damage the
device. If the device has been
exposed to either very hot or very
cold temperatures, allow it to adjust
to room temperature (operating
temperature) before beginning the
setup procedure to the left. Do not
operate the device outside of the
operating temperature range shown
in the Specications chapter.