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4-2 BIpap auto m SerIeS uSer manual
3. Press the button to turn on the airflow. e Active Display screen appears, shown in
Figure 4–3.
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Active Screen During Exhalation (EPAP)
Active Screen During Inhalation (IPAP)
fIgure 4–3 aCtIve dISplay (WIth SmartCard)
e Active Display screen shows the set pressure.
Some symbols indicating when certain conditions are turned on or detected will also appear
on the Active Display screen or on the Standby screen. ese symbols are described below:
SymBol deSCrIptIon
Ramp – You can initiate the ramp feature by pressing the Ramp button. The ramp
symbol displays on the Active Display screen when the ramp function is active.
E
EPAP – Expiratory Positive Airway Pressure
I
IPAP – Inspiratory Positive Airway Pressure
Mask
Leak
Mask Leak Alert – This ashing text displays on the Active Display screen if the
Mask Alert setting is enabled and the device detects an excessive mask leak.
Auto
Off
Auto-O – This ashing text displays on the Standby screen if the Auto-O
setting is enabled and the device detects a mask disconnect.
SmartCard – This symbol displays if a SmartCard is inserted in the device. If the
card is inserted incorrectly, the symbol will ash intermittently.
Modem – This symbol displays if a modem is connected to the device. (Note: This
symbol will vary in appearance depending on the type of modem being used.)
4. Put on your mask assembly when the air starts to flow.
5. Make sure that no air is leaking from your mask into your eyes. If it is, adjust the mask and
headgear until the air leak stops. See the instructions provided with your mask for more
information.
Note: A small amount of mask leak is normal and acceptable. Correct large mask
leaks or eye irritation from an air leak as soon as possible.
6. If you are using the device while sleeping, try placing the tubing from the device over your
headboard. is may reduce tension on the mask.
Note: If you are having trouble with your mask, refer to the instructions included with
the mask.