In the US, Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician. Indications for use The VentMed CPAP and Auto CPAP is indicated for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in patients weighing more than 66 lb (30 kg). The humidifier is integrated in device.
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User Guide skin rashes. Contraindications Positive airway pressure therapy may be contraindicated in some patients with the following pre-existing conditions: pneumothorax dehydration severe bullous lung disease pathologically low blood pressure cerebrospinal fluid leak, trauma recent, or cranial surgery. Packing list of the device Device with integrated humidifier Water tank Power supply unit...
User Guide About device Air outlet Water tank SD card slot Water tank open switch Power inlet Screen Air filter cover Start/Stop button: Press to start/stop therapy About the control panel Start/Stop button Press to start/stop therapy. Up button Press to select previous item. Down button Press to select next item.
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User Guide CAUTION Do not overfill the water tank as water may enter the device and air tubing. 1. Place the device on a stable level surface. 2. Plug the power connector into the rear of the device. Connect one end of the power cord into the power supply unit and the other end into the power outlet.
User Guide periodically reassess the setting(s) of the therapy for effectiveness. 8. The equipment must not be covered or positioned in such a way that the operation or performance of the equipment is adversely affected. Starting therapy 1. Fit your mask. 2.
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User Guide Sleep Report 1. In work interface, press Up or Down button to check sleep report date and waveform. W M: Work Mode Press: Therapy Pressure T V: Tidal Volume Insp T: Inspiratory Time M V: Minute Volume Exp T: Expiratory Time Leak: Air Leakage BPM: Breaths Per Minute...
User Guide To adjust Ramp Time: 1. In Options, press enter button to highlight Ramp Time. 2. Press up/down button to adjust the ramp time to your preferred setting. 3. Press enter button to save the change. Humidity Level The humidifier moistens the air and is designed to make therapy more comfortable. Can set the Humidity Level to off (0) or between 1 and 5, where 1 is the lowest humidity setting and 5 is the highest humidity setting.
2. Long press enter button over 5 seconds to highlight the column to unlock. To adjust the working pressure To adjust the working pressure 1. In work mode CPAP, press enter button to highlight Pressure. Press up/down button to adjust working pressure. You can set pressure 4-20 cmH2O for CPAP mode.
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User Guide 2. In work mode Auto CPAP, press enter button to highlight Pressure. Press up/down button to adjust Max and Min working pressure. You can set pressure 4-20 cmH2O for Auto CPAP mode. 3. In work mode S, T, ST, press enter button to highlight IPAP (Inspirate Positive...
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User Guide VentMed can set pressure 4-25 cmH2O for DS-7 BIPAP ST25 and 4-30 cmH2O for DS-8 BIPAP ST30 4. In work mode S, T, ST, press enter button to highlight EPAP (Expirate Positive Airway Pressure). Press up/down button to adjust EPAP working pressure.
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User Guide VentMed TO adjust I/E Rate Designed to set device different inspirate and expirate therapy percentage in a whole therapy duration. You can set 10%-80% in mode T & ST.
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User Guide VentMed TO adjust Inspirate Trigger You can set 1-5 in mode S/T/ST, “1” is the most sensitive, “5” is the slowest. TO adjust Expirate Level You can set 1-5 in mode S & ST, “1” is the most sensitive, “5” is the slowest.
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User Guide VentMed TO adjust Inspirate Sensitivity You can set 1-5 in mode S & ST, “1” is the most sensitive, “5” is the slowest.
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User Guide VentMed To set APCV mode In APCV mode, you can set IPAP/EPAP/Backup Rate/Inspirate Trigger/ Expirate Level/Inspirate Sensitivity, the adjust process is same as ST mode. To adjust Inspirate Duration You can set from 0.5 seconds to 4 seconds.
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User Guide VentMed To adjust TV.V. Designed to set target tidal volume, you can set from 200ml to 1200ml. To adjust Max. IPAP Designed to set maxium IPAP (Inspirate Positive Airway Pressure), you can set from 10 cmH2O to 30 cmH2O.
User Guide VentMed Auto ON Designed to make the device start automatically in a while after you wear mask. Auto OFF Designed to stop the device work automatically in 10seconds after you take mask away. Time Setting...
User Guide VentMed Pressure Relief The device already automatically set EPR (Expiratory Pressure Relief) function; you may find it easier to breathe out. This can help you get used to therapy. Can set the expirtory pressure relief Level to off (0) or between 1 and 3, where 1 is the lowest expiratory pressure relief and 3 is the highest setting.
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User Guide VentMed 2. Rinse the water tank and air tubing thoroughly and allow to dry out of direct sunlight and/or heat. 3. Wipe the exterior of the device with a dry cloth. Checking Regularly check the water tank, air tubing and the air filter for any damage.
User Guide VentMed To replace the air filter: Open the air filter cover and remove the old air filter. The air filter is not washable or reusable. Place a new air filter then close the air filter cover. Make sure the air filter is fitted at all times to prevent water and dust from entering the device.
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User Guide VentMed provider, remove the SD card. Do not remove the SD card from the device when the device is working. To remove the SD card: 1. Stop the device. 2. Push in the SD card to release it. Remove the SD card from the device.
VentMed Troubleshooting If you have any problems, have a look at the following troubleshooting topics. If you are not able to fix the problem, contact your care provider or VentMed. Do not try to open the device. Problem/possible cause Solution...
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User Guide VentMed Problem/possible cause Solution High leak detected, check water tank, tank seal or water tank cover Water tank may not be inserted Make sure the water tank is correctly properly. inserted. Water tank seal may not be inserted Open the water tank and make sure that properly.
User Guide VentMed Reassembling parts Water tank is designed to easily come off in order to avoid damage to the parts or the device. You can easily reassemble them as described below. To insert the water tank seal: 1. Place the seal into bottom water tank.
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Be careful not to place the device where it can be bumped or where someone is likely to trip over the power cord. Use only VentMed masks recommended by VentMed or by the prescribing doctor with this device. Fitting the mask without the device blowing air can result in rebreathing of exhaled air.
Storage and transport -4°F to +140°F (-20°C to +60°C) temperature Storage and transport humidity 5 to 95% relative humidity, non-condensing Electromagnetic The VentMed device complies compatibility with all applicable electromagnetic compatibility requirements (EMC) according to IEC60601-1-2:2014, for residential, commercial and...
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1 sec. Sound Pressure level measured 53 dBA with uncertainty of according to ISO 80601-2-70 2 dBA under background (CPAP mode)Declared sound level 36 dBA dual-number noiseemission A-weighted sound power level values in accordance with ISO is 61dba under background 4871:1996.
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User Guide VentMed Maximum gas temperature 41°C Operating pressure DS-5 CPAP 4 to 20 cm H2O DS-6 Auto CPAP 4 to 20 cm H2O range(IPAP) 4 to 25 cm H2O DS-7 BIPAP ST25 DS-8 BIPAP ST30 4 to 30 cm H2O...
User Guide VentMed Displayed values Value Range Display resolution Pressure sensor at air DS-5 CPAP 0.1 cmH2O 0.1cmH2O outlet: Mask pressure DS-6 Auto CPAP DS-7 BIPAP ST25: 4–25 0.1 cmH2O cmH20 0.1 cmH2O DS-8 BIPAP ST30: 4-30 cmH2O Value Accuracy...
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User Guide VentMed Symbols The following symbols may appear on the product or packaging. Indicates a warning or caution Serial number Type BF applied part Maximum water level Caution! Hot Surface. Do not touch. Water proof Grade 1 Manufacturer European Authorized Representative...
2 years This warranty is only available to the initial consumer. It is not transferable. If the product fails under conditions of normal use, VentMed will repair or replace, at its option, the defective product or any of its components.
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User Guide VentMed Technical Description Concerning Electromagnetic Immunity Table 3: Guidance & Declaration - electromagnetic immunity Guidance & Declaration — electromagnetic immunity The models DS-5, DS-6, DS-7, DS-8 are intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the models DS-5, DS-6 DS-7, DS-8 should assure that It is used in such an environment.
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User Guide VentMed input for 5 cycles in UT) recommended that the models DS-5, DS-6, DS-7, DS-8 be lines 70% UT for 25 cycles (30% dip in <5% UT (>95 % powered from 61000-4-11. dip in uninterruptible power supply or a battery.
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User Guide VentMed interference in nearby electronic equipment. RF emissions Class B This device is suitable for use in all CISPR11 establishments, including domestic establishments and those directly connected to Harmonic emissions Class A the public low-voltage power supply network...
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User Guide VentMed ±1K ±1KV Mains power quality Surge differential mode differential mode should be that of a typical ±2KV home or hospital. IEC61000-4- ±2KV common mode common mode Immunity test IEC60601 test level Compliance level Electromagnetic environment-guidance Main power quality <5% U...
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User Guide VentMed frequency 3A/m 3A/m magnetic field shall be (50/60Hz) typical level of power frequency magnetic magnetic field IEC61000-4-8 fields in hospital or home environment. Note: U is the AC mains voltage prior to application of the test level.
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User Guide VentMed Portable and mobile RF communications equipment should be used no closer to any part of the device, including cables, than the recommended separation distance calculated from the equation application to the frequency of the transmitter. Recommended separation distance d=1.2 √p...
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User Guide VentMed 2.5GHz transmitter in watts (W) according to the transmitter manufacturer and d is the recommended separation distance in meters (m). Field strengths from fixed RF transmitter, as determined by an electromagnetic site survey, should be less than the compliance level in each frequency range.
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If abnormal performance is observed, additional measures may be necessary, such as re-orienting or relocating the device. b. Over the frequency range 150kHz to 80MHz, the field strengths should be less than 3 V/m. Maximum flow rate 1. CPAP Pressure(cmH2O) Maximum flow rate(L/Min)
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User Guide VentMed 2. BIPAP Pressure(cmH2O) Maximum flow rate(L/Min)
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User Guide VentMed Manufacturer: Company: Hunan VentMed Medical Technology Co., Ltd. Address: The West of 4 Floor, Building No. 4, Industry Incubator of Baoqing Industrial Park, Shuangqing District, Shaoyang City, Hunan Province, 422000, China Tel: 86-739-5188959 Fax: 86-739-5188939 Zip Code: 422000 Web: www.ventmed.net...
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