Philips Respironics Nuance Gel User manual

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EN 001 INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
FR 008 MODE D’EMPLOI
IT 016 ISTRUZIONI PER L’USO
DE 025 GEBRAUCHSANWEISUNG
ES 033 INSTRUCCIONES DE USO
PT 042 INSTRUÇÕES DE UTILIZAÇÃO
PT-BR 050 INSTRUÇÕES DE USO
EL 058 ΟΔΗΓΙΕΣΧΡΗΣΗΣ
DA 067 BRUGERVEJLEDNING
NL 075 GEBRUIKSAANWIJZING
SV 083 BRUKSANVISNING
FI 091 KÄYTTÖOHJE
NO 099 BRUKSANVISNING
PL 106 INSTRUKCJA OBSŁUGI
CS 115 NÁVOD K POUŽITÍ
HU 123 HASZNÁLATI UTASÍTÁS
SK 131 NÁVOD NA POUŽITIE
SL 139 NAVODILA ZA UPORABO
LV 147 NORĀDES LIETOŠANAI
LT 155 NAUDOJIMO INSTRUKCIJOS
ET 163 KASUTUSJUHEND
RO 171 INSTRUCŢIUNIDEUTILIZARE
BG 179 ИНСТРУКЦИИЗА УПОТРЕБА
HR 188 UPUTE ZA UPORABU
ZH-CN 196 使用说明
ZH-TW 202 使用說明
RU 209 ИНСТРУКЦИЯ ПО ПРИМЕНЕНИЮ
SR 218 UPUTSTVO ZA UPOTREBU
TR 226 KULLANIMTALİMATLARI
KO 233 사용 지침

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Nuance gel pillows mask
Instructions for Use - English
Intended Use
This mask is intended to provide an interface for application of CPAP or bi-level
therapy to patients. The mask is for single patient use in the home or multi-patient
use in the hospital/institutional environment. The mask is to be used on patients
(>66lbs/30kg) for whom CPAP or bi-level therapy has been prescribed.
Note:
•An exhalation port is built into this mask so a separate exhalation port is not required.
•This mask is not made with natural rubber latex or DEHP.
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Warning or Caution Note Tip
Consult Instructions for
Use
Not Made with Natural
Rubber Latex
X2 System One Resistance Control
Warnings
• This mask is not suitable for providing life support ventilation.
• Hand wash prior to use. Inspect the mask for damage or wear (cracking, crazing,
tears, damage resulting in gel exposure, etc). Discard and replace any components
as necessary.
• Some users may experience skin redness, irritation, or discomfort. If this happens,
discontinue use and contact your healthcare professional.
• Consult a physician or dentist if you encounter tooth, gum, or jaw soreness. Use of a
mask may aggravate an existing dental condition.
• Consult a physician if you experience the following symptoms while using the mask
or after removing it: Drying of the eyes, eye pain, eye infections, or blurred vision.
Consult an ophthalmologist if symptoms persist.
• The mask material should be away from your eyes.
• Do not overtighten the straps. Watch for signs of overtightening, such as excessive
redness, sores, or bulging skin around the edges of the mask. Loosen the straps to
alleviate symptoms.
• This mask is designed for use with CPAP or bi-level systems recommended by your
health care professional or respiratory therapist. Do not wear this mask unless the
CPAP or bi-level system is turned on and operating properly. Do not block or try
to seal the exhalation port. Explanation of the Warning: CPAP systems are

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intended to be used with special masks with connectors which have vent holes
to allow continuous ow of air out of the mask. When the CPAP machine is turned
on and functioning properly, new air from the CPAP machine ushes the exhaled
air out through the attached mask exhalation port. However, when the CPAP
machine is not operating, enough fresh air will not be provided through the mask,
and exhaled air may be rebreathed. This warning applies to most models of CPAP
systems.
• If oxygen is used with the device, the oxygen ow must be turned o when the
device is not operating. Explanation of the Warning: When the device is not
in operation, and the oxygen ow is left on, oxygen delivered into the ventilator
tubing may accumulate within the device enclosure. Oxygen accumulated in the
device enclosure will create a risk of re.
• Do not block or seal o the exhalation ports.
• At a xed ow rate of supplemental oxygen ow, the inhaled oxygen concentration
will vary, depending on the pressure settings, patient breathing pattern, mask
selection, and the leak rate. This warning applies to most types of CPAP and bi-level
machines.
• At low CPAP or EPAP pressures the ow through the exhalation port may be
inadequate to clear all exhaled gas from the tubing. Some rebreathing may occur.
• Attaching an exhalation device requires therapy pressure level adjustment to
compensate for increased leak.
Features
APillows Cushion Tip
BPillows Cushion Gel Base (Do not insert into nostrils)
CPillows Cushion Platform
DElbow with Built-in Exhalation (Do not block)
ERetaining Ring
FTube (Permanently attached to Elbow Dand Swivel G)
GSwivel (connects to CPAP tubing)
HFabric Frame with Retaining Ring E
IFabric Frame Side Strap and Tab
JHeadgear Back Strap (Philips Respironics logo)
KHeadgear Crown Strap and Tab
LHeadgear Tube Management Loop (Optional)

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Before Use Read and Understand the Instructions Completely.
•Hand wash the entire mask .
•Wash your face. Do not use moisturizer/lotion on your hands or face.
•Inspect the entire mask. Replace the cushions if hardened or torn, or any parts
that are damaged or worn.
Cleaning Instructions
Hand wash the entire mask before rst use . The non-fabric parts A-Gshould
be hand washed daily. The fabric parts H-Lshould be hand washed weekly, or as
needed.
1. Hand wash in warm water with a mild liquid dish washing detergent.
Cautions:
•Do not use bleach, alcohol, cleaning solutions containing bleach or alcohol, or
cleaning solutions containing conditioners or moisturizers.
•Do not place the fabric parts into the dryer.
•Any deviation from these instructions may impact the performance of the product.
•Inspect the mask for damage or wear (cracking, crazing, tears, damage resulting
in gel exposure, etc). Discard and replace any components as necessary.
2. Rinse thoroughly. Air dry completely before use. Make sure the entire mask is dry
before use. Lay the fabric parts at or line dry.
Dishwashing Instructions
In addition to hand washing, the mask may be cleaned in the dishwasher once a
week.
Caution: Use a mild liquid dish washing detergent only to wash the mask.
1. Remove the fabric parts. Do not wash the fabric parts in the dishwasher.
2. Separate the cushion from the elbow and tubing and wash both in the top shelf
of the dishwasher.
3. Air dry. Make sure the mask is dry before use.
Warning: Inspect the mask for damage or wear (cracking, crazing, tears, damage
resulting in gel exposure, etc).
Discard and replace any components as necessary.
Institutional Disinfection
For multi-patient use in the hospital/institutional environment, use the Disinfection
Guide to reprocess the mask between patients. These instructions can be
obtainedby visiting us online at www.philips.com/respironics or by contacting
Philips Respironics Customer Service at 1-724-387-4000 or Respironics Deutschland
at [phone].

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Achieving the Right Fit
Note: Do not overtighten the straps.
Before putting on the mask
1. Sizing: Place the pillows cushion tips A into your nostrils .
2. Choose the cushion so the pillows gel bases B sit comfortably under the nose
without any gaps.
Note: Do not push the pillows gel bases into your nostrils.
Putting on the Mask
3. Headgear: Pull the headgear on over your head .
4. Pillows: Insert the pillows cushion tips A into your nostrils .
Adjusting the Mask
5. Headgear: Adjust the crown strap K. The headgear should sit just above the
ears similar to glasses.
Warning: The mask parts should be away from your eyes. Loosen the crown
strap K to move the frame side straps I away from your eyes.
6. Frame: Peel the tabs I away from the straps, adjust the length evenly, then press
the tabs against the straps to reattach .
The mask should rest comfortably against your face .
Tube Management (Optional)
7. Slip the mask tube Fthrough the headgear tube management loop L.
8. Position the mask tubing over your head and away from your eyes.
Using the Mask
9. Connect the exible tubing (included with your CPAP or bi-level device) to the
swivel G.
10.Turn the therapy device on. Lie down. Breathe normally.
11. Assume dierent sleeping positions. Move around until comfortable. If there are
any excessive air leaks, make nal adjustments. Some air leaking is normal.
Comfort Tips
•The most common mistake is overtightening. The mask should t loose and
comfortable. If your skin bulges around the mask or if you see red marks on your
face, loosen the straps.
•Re-seat the mask by pulling it away from your face and gently setting back into
place.