User manual

6-1BIpap auto m SerIeS uSer manual
Chapter 6: aCCeSSorIeS
Contact your home care provider for additional information on the accessories available for your
BiPAP Auto M Series system. When using optional accessories, always follow the instructions
enclosed with the accessories.
6.1 addIng a humIdIfIer
You can use the M Series Heated humidifier or the M Series Pass-over humidifier with your
device. ey are available from your home care provider. A humidifier may reduce nasal dryness
and irritation by adding moisture (and heat, if applicable) to the airflow. Figure 6–1 shows the
humidifier by itself and attached to the BiPAP Auto M Series device.
Caution: For safe operation, the humidier must always be positioned below the
breathing circuit connection at the mask and the air outlet on the device.
The humidier must be level for proper operation.
Humidifer without Device
Humidifer Device Attached
fIgure 6–1 humIdIfIer alone and attaChed to the devICe
Refer to the humidifier’s instructions for complete setup information.