PHILIPS Respironics ComfortGel Assembly instructions

ComfortGel Blue, ComfortGel, ComfortFusion, and
ComfortSelect mask patient and clinician fitting guide
Sizing the cushion
Facial landmarks
1. Sides of nostrils
2. Bridge of nose zone
3. Below the nose tip,
above the lip
Loosen the straps on the headgear
by adjusting theVelcro tabs.
Preparing the mask for fitting
Making initial adjustments
Gently squeeze the sides of the
StabilitySelector and slide the arm
upward to set the forehead support
arm to its highest position.
Place the sizing gauge over the nose. A sizing gauge is available as both a separate
plastic piece and on the mask package.
Choose the smallest size that is wide enough to extend beyond the nostrils
but does not obstruct normal nasal breathing.
Disconnect one side of the
headgear by releasing one
ball-and-socket Quick Clip
from the faceplate socket.
Attach the Quick Clip on the
disconnected side. For easy attachment
of the Quick Clip, use the index
finger as a guide to find the position
of the socket and press the clip into
the socket.
Make initial adjustments while sitting.
Place the mask cushion against the face.
Pull the headgear over the head.

Adjust both of the upper headgear
straps by using the tabs. Be sure that
they are tightened evenly and the
forehead pad is lightly touching
the forehead.
Making final adjustments
Connect the tubing to the swivel
elbow and turn on the air.
Identifying leaks
Raise the pressure to the prescribed level and turn the head from side to side
while lying on the bed.
Identify areas of leak that may prevent the ability to sleep.
Make final adjustments while
lying down.
If the forehead pad does not rest lightly
against the forehead, adjust the upper
headgear strap.
Making initial adjustments (continued)
If necessary, adjust the bottom
headgear strap so that the mask is
snug but comfortable against the face.
Do not over-tighten the headgear.
Be sure that the headgear straps
are parallel and the headgear is fully
extended and flat across the back
of the head.
Adjust the bottom headgear straps
by using the tabs. Be sure that they are
tightened evenly and the mask is
gently sitting on the face. Do not
over-tighten the headgear.

Adjusting for leaks
In the event of leaks, follow these recommended methods to obtain a better seal:
1. Re-seat the mask. Pull the mask directly away from the face and gently set it
back into place.This allows the cushion to create a new seal on the face.
Problem: Leaks below the nose or near the lip.
Solution: Adjust the forehead support arm to a higher position by gently
squeezing the arms of the StabilitySelector and sliding it upward
to a higher position.This will bring the bottom of the cushion
closer to the face. If necessary, re-seat the mask again.
2. Adjust the forehead support arm StabilitySelector to correct leaks.
This is an important step in the fitting process.
Problem: Leaks around the bridge of the nose or into the eyes.
Solution: Adjust the forehead support arm to a lower position by gently
squeezing the arms of the StabilitySelector and sliding it
downward to a lower position.This will bring the top of the
cushion closer to the face. If necessary, re-seat the mask again.
3. Tighten the headgear. If leaks are still
present, apply pressure with the fingers
directly to the mask in the location of
the leak. If this eliminates the leak,
tighten the headgear straps closest to
the leak to accommodate the seal.
Do not over-tighten the headgear.
Note: Excessive tightening of the
headgear may cause unnecessary
discomfort and leaks. Remember,
not all leaks need to be corrected.

Attaching the ComfortFusion and ComfortSelect cushion
All three pieces—faceplate, cushion, and
retaining ring—have black alignment marks
to make aligning and attaching the
cushion simple.
Removing the mask
To remove the mask, disconnect one or both
ball-and-socket Quick Clip(s). Grab the bottom
of the headgear on the back of the head and
pull the mask gently up and over the head.
Use the Quick Clip to remove the mask and
maintain mask and headgear adjustments
from day-to-day.
Ta b s
Cushion
Faceplate
Alignment
marks
Retaining
ring
1. Place the cushion on the outside
of the faceplate, aligning the black
alignment marks and fitting the
cutouts on the cushion over the
notches on the faceplate.
2. Position the retaining ring on
the cushion with the tabs facing
downward using the black
alignment marks.
3. Slide the retaining ring with tabs
facing downward around the
cushion and press firmly until all
three sides click into place.
4. Gently tug on the cushion and
the ring to make sure all of the
parts are securely in place.
If the headgear is too long from the top of
the head to the top of the neck, roll the
bottom headgear strap over or under to
create a better fit.The Quick Clip will
rotate to accommodate the new length.
Fitting tip

Removing the ComfortGel Blue
and ComfortGel cushion
Attaching the ComfortGel Blue and ComfortGel cushion
1. Place the cushion into the
faceplate, making sure the
notch for the nose is at the
top (closest to the
forehead pad).
2. Position the Comfort Flap
with the integrated ring on
the cushion – again with the
notch for the nose at the top
and the size indicator at
the bottom.
3. Slide the flap and ring
downward over the cushion
and press firmly until all three
sides click into place.
4. Gently tug on the cushion and
the ring to make sure all of the
parts are securely in place.
To remove the ComfortFusion or
ComfortSelect retaining ring that holds
the cushion in place on the faceplate:
1. Lift up under the tab on each side
of the ring.
2. Remove the ring and cushion.
3. Separate the cushion from the ring.
To remove the Comfort Flap and
cushion, lift up under the base on
each side of the integrated ring.
Removing the ComfortFusion and ComfortSelect retaining ring and cushion

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